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3 images of a person showing different focal lengths.

Published: March 19, 2020 by David Em Updated: November 28, 2020

Focal length comparison

The focal length of your lens indicates the angle of view. It determines how much of the scene will be captured in your image, and the size of your subject.

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Person standing in the snow with the sun behind.

Published: March 4, 2020 by David Em Updated: November 28, 2020

8 tips for outdoor portrait photography

From finding the right location to understanding natural light or golden hour, learn how to take high-quality outdoor portraits.

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Three camera lenses.

Published: December 20, 2019 by David Em Updated: November 28, 2020

Prime vs. zoom lens

When it comes to choosing a lens, one of the biggest decisions is prime vs zoom lenses. Prime lenses have a fixed focal length while zoom lenses can change.

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Portrait of a person standing near a tree.

Published: December 15, 2019 by David Em Updated: November 26, 2020

7 types of portrait photography you should know

Different portrait styles can diversify your portfolio and increase your creativity. Here are 7 different types of portrait photography.

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Urban portrait of a person looking back.

Published: November 29, 2019 by David Em Updated: November 27, 2020

How to shoot an urban portrait

Urban portrait photography is a great way to have fun exploring the city and capture eye-catching photos. Here are 5 tips for awesome city portraits.

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David Em is the founder of Portraits Refined (PR), which was created to help portrait photographers improve their skills and grow their businesses. Today, Portraits Refined is trusted by photographers in 184 countries.
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