Portraiture
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Portraiture in the Italian RenaissanceThis article traces the development of Italian Portraiture in the latter half of the 15th century.
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Netherlandish Art - Comparing Peter Paul Rubens and Frans HalsDutch and Flemish painting in the 17th century was innovative and different. Catholic and Protestant influences created differences in the art of the provinces, but similarities also showed through. -
Philip Warner: Art or Simply Pornography?Can a photograph be both pornographic and artistic? What makes something art if it is inherently erotic?
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American PortraitureThis article is an introduction and brief overview of American portraiture art. Artists from Colonial America up to and including contemporary portrait artists are discussed.
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Elderly Portraiture AdviceThis article focuses on how to shoot quality portraits of the elderly generation.
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Female PortraitureThis article outlines advice for female portraiture.
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Covert PortraitureAn academic essay regarding the art of covert portraiture.
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Chosing The Correct Lens For PortraitureUsing different lenses in photography can give you different effects. Do you know which one will work best for you? Read on to learn more.
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Children's Portraiture: Where to Get Great Photos of Your Kids in DelawareFinding a great family photographer that specializes in taking photos of children can be tough and expensive. Here are five in Delaware that do a great job without emptying your wallet.
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Figure Drawing 101: So You Wanna Be a Portrait ArtistCan you make a living as a portrait artist? Maybe, if you can market yourself like a pro! -
L'Elizabeth R Renaissance Portraiture in California: ReviewIf you have an interest in the Renaissance period, and you would like to purchase a portrait of the period, stop by Lauren Reeser's L'Elizabeth R Renaissance Portraiture web site or commission a portrait at a Renaissance fair in California
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Tips on How to Prepare for Your Child's Professional Portrait SessionI worked at a professional portrait studio for about a year and during that time I have had the opportunity to see all facets of adults and children come in to get their portraits taken.
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Why Artists Needs to Create Self-PortraitsAs a long-time artist, who has explored self-portraiture in a variety of artistic mediums, it is clear to me how important the process of creating self-portraits really is. -
Self PortraitsFree verse musing on emotional states and spirituality. -
6 Tips for Great Self-PortraitsIf you take self-portraits for use in your social networking profiles, there's no need to settle for the average "cell phone at arm's length" shot. Step away from the crowd with these six tips to improve your self-portraits. -
Tips for Photographing Character and Environmental PortraitsThe goal of portraiture is to capture not only your subject's physical characteristics, but their personalities as well.
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The Rules of Photography and Other Art FormsSome people try to impose rules on photography and other art, but I believe that if a piece or picture appeals to someone as a good, quality piece, then why are these rules so important?
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His PortraitA poem, inspired by an old painting at a museum, about a man who wants to be remembered.
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July 8: Etienne De Silhouette Born, 1709Silhouette was a man made significant by his insignificance. -
FIT Teacher Chloe Chapin Presents Portraits of CharacterEver wondered about clothing, fashion and the difference between the two? Artist and FIT Teacher Chloe Chapin has an app for that. -
Portrait of a Tired, Old ManHumorous poem about a tired, old man. -
Portrait Tips: Choosing a LocationWhen you are planning to take a portrait, your first consideration should be the location you will use. Here are some suggestions to help you decide on a location.
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Brooke Schumacher Photography - New Milford, CTBusiness profile of Brooke Schumacher Photography in New Milford, CT. -
How to Take a Great Photo PortraitLearn how you can take that great portrait shot with these five photo tips. -
A Full-Frame View of Photography DegreesFrom sports to weddings to portraits, professional photographers capture all manner of moments and make them timeless. Read on to discover some details about photography degrees and how they work in the job market.
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Religious Expression in Albrecht Duerer's Self-portraitsAlbrecht Duerer's self-portraits have a special, captivating quality, which was actually an expression of his spiritual nature. -
A Portrait of the DestituteMy dreams only become nightmares
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Photography Tips for Beginners: How to Take Full Length PortraitsWhen you're new to photography it can be difficult to take full length portraits. Luckily, there are many photography tips for beginners that will allow you to take amazing full length portraits.
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The Top Five Reasons Why I Don't Take PortraitsI explain why I prefer natural subjects for my photographs. You might be surprised! -
How to Choose the Right Online Photography SchoolIn today's technology-driven world, earning credentials through a digital photography school online makes a lot of sense. Here's what you should know before you fill out that online photography school application.
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Richard Avedon and the American Experience:Richard Avedon, famed American photographer, used his art in a transcendent fashion. His body of work spans not only decades of formative American cultural evolution, but the full spectrum of the human experience.
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See America's Face at the National Portrait GalleryThe National Portrait Gallery is a free venue to enter as are all Smithsonian museums in the nations capitol. View a variety of portraits on canvas and new ones in vivid and bright media as well
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How to Be a Portrait PhotographerDo you really know what's involved with portrait photography?
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A Portrait of LifeA picture tells a story, every persons story is different.
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Connoisseurship of John Singleton CopleyA brief analysis of traditional characteristics found in the portraiture of American artist John Singleton Copley.
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Portrait VIIIAn older poem about my friend Ryan that committed suicide in October of 1997
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The Mona Lisa Smile: Why Most Subjects in Painted Portraits Never Smiled with Open MouthsEver notice that not only the Mona Lisa, but nobody in Great Art of the Western World, ever showed their teeth when they smiled? -
The Most Disturbing and Provocative Photography EverThis article discusses the controversial photography of Maria Lawton. A philanthropist and talented poet, she addresses current social issues through disturbing photographic imagery.
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The National Portrait Gallery: Visual History Lessons in the Nation's CapitalThe Presidents, the famous, and the otherwise noteworthy are portrayed along with memorabilia in one of the FREE Smithsonian museums.
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How to Take Quality Self Portrait PhotographsNeed a good photograph of yourself but don't have the money to hire a professional photographer? Here are some ways to ensure that your photographic self portrait looks just how you want it.
