Portrait Photography
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Sometimes, I let my subjects know I was photographing them, sometimes I didn’t. It was a constant battle of choices, but as an outsider, I was often forgiven for my rudeness
By Kim Bunermann, Digital Photographer published
Features Richard Koek on his photographic portrait of a city with fascinating contrasts

“Black subjects are depicted by Black photographers; their gaze is mutual and consensual"
By Leonie Helm published
From 1930s Harlem to contemporary Toronto – compelling photographs from the African Diaspora

Roaring Lion found - iconic Winston Churchill portrait stolen in Canada discovered in Italy two years later
By Leonie Helm published
NEWS The stolen Winston Churchill portrait was taken by the Canadian-Armenian photographer Yousef Karsh in 1941

How I take fine-art photographs of horses with this simple camera setup
By Niall Hampton published
Tutorial Leading British equine photographer Emma Campbell uses a DSLR, a 24-70mm lens and natural light for her tender portraits

Portrait photography retouching workshop II: Retouch hair like a pro
By Jade Keshia Gordon published
Tutorial Pro photographer Jade Keshia Gordon demonstrates how to craft the perfect hair edit in your portraits

Portrait photographer Réhahn: “Part of me wishes I could be a painter, but photography happens to be my chosen medium”
By Niall Hampton published
Features The French photographer discusses his latest book, 100 Iconic Portraits, and why Impressionism is a major influence on his work

I like this photo more than the original portrait I made of him in Belfast; it captures the essence of his character more fully
By Benedict Brain published
Art of Seeing Benedict Brain says it’s a small world, and you never know who you will bump into again…

Love portraiture? The Taylor Wessing Photo Portrait Prize shortlist is MUST SEE
By Kalum Carter published
News The National Portrait Gallery releases the shortlist for the renowned Taylor Wessing Photo Portrait Prize
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