
Anand
@AnandPapp
Followers
48
Following
112
Media
62
Statuses
216
Been chasing light since 2010 📸
Canada
Joined December 2011
Rembrandt lighting! Position your key light about 45° to the side and slightly above your subject’s face. You’ll notice a small triangle of light on the shadowed cheek — that’s the Rembrandt look! It adds depth, drama, and a classic painterly touch to portraits. Perfect for
0
0
0
Want to make your shots stand out? Try shooting from a low angle — it’s one of the easiest ways to add drama and visual impact. •Crouch or even lie down to frame your subject from below. •Keep your background clean — use the sky, ceilings, or open space to make your subject
0
0
0
Balanced lighting can transform a portrait from good to stunning. Use a reflector to bounce light back onto your subject’s face — especially when shooting outdoors or in uneven lighting. ➡️ Position it opposite your main light source (like the sun or a window) to soften harsh
0
0
0
Prime day is tomorrow!
0
0
0
Use a Flag or Gobo to Shape Your Light Instead of lighting everything evenly, use a flag, gobo, or even household objects (like blinds, lace, or plants) to cast creative shadows and patterns on your subject. This gives portraits a dramatic, cinematic mood and adds storytelling
0
0
0
✨ Photography Tip: Use a Wide Aperture for Dreamy Portraits ✨ Want to make your portraits stand out? Switch your lens to a wide aperture (f/1.8 – f/2.8). This setting creates a shallow depth of field, which keeps your subject sharp while beautifully blurring the background.
0
0
0
🎬 How to Use Negative Fill for Drama in Portraits 🎬 1️⃣ Place your subject near your main light source (window, softbox, etc.). 2️⃣ On the shadow side of the face, instead of using a reflector to bounce light, bring in a black surface (foam board, cloth, v-flat, or even a dark
0
0
0
“One of the simplest ways to elevate your portraits is by adding catchlights—those tiny reflections of light in the eyes that make your subject look alive and vibrant. ✨ 👉 Place your subject facing a light source like a window, ring light, or softbox. 👉 Adjust the angle until
0
0
0
Instead of shooting portraits at 35mm or 50mm, try 85mm–135mm. 👉 Longer focal lengths compress features, making faces look more flattering. 👉 You also get smoother background blur (bokeh) and less distortion. 👉 Step back a little, zoom in, and let the lens do the magic!
0
0
0
Add color gels to your flash/light for creative effects 🎨 👉 Clip or tape the gel in front of your light 👉 Use one color for bold mood or mix warm + cool for cinematic contrast 👉 Keep background dark so colors pop #PhotographyTips #ColorGels #CreativeLighting #LightingTips
0
0
0
#spb ❤️
This is the kind of song that just brings back everything—SPB’s voice, Rajini’s attitude, the whole vibe of those days. Can’t help but smile when this comes on, it just feels right. ♥️🙏 #SuperstarRajinikanth | #SPBalasubramaniam
0
0
0
Neutral Density (ND) filters cut down the light entering your lens, allowing you to shoot with long exposures even in bright daylight. Attach the ND filter to your lens, switch your camera to manual or shutter priority mode, and slow your shutter speed (1–5 seconds for
0
0
0
Reflections can double the story in your frame ✨ Look for water, glass, or mirrors to create symmetry and depth in your shots #PhotographyTips #Reflections #CreativePhotography #PhotoOfTheDay #PhotographyTricks #VisualStorytelling #PhotographyChallenge #CameraTips
0
0
0
For those who can’t stop sugar
0
0
0
Colors aren’t just decoration—they tell the story of your photo. 🎨 Using complementary or harmonious tones can make your subject stand out and set the mood instantly. #PhotographyTip #ColorTheory #PhotoTips #CreativePhotography #PhotographyInspiration #LearnPhotography
0
0
0
The first ever cassette for me was Sangamam. @arrahman’s soulful melodies sank into my core, forever changing how I felt music. Wish someone today could capture that soulful essence and give us a break from all this noisy chaos. https://t.co/I3MPzgmgIK
#Sangamam #ARRahman
0
0
2
Freeze less, flow more. 🌊🚗 Master motion blur with slow shutter speeds and panning for photos that move with energy and life #PhotographyTips #MotionBlur #CreativePhotography #ShutterSpeed #PanningShots #PhotographyInspiration #ProPhotography #DynamicShots #LearnPhotography
0
0
0