| Memorable portraits take careful planning, and the clothing
you choose is very important to your portrait’s success.
These guidelines will help you to make important decisions about
your portrait. The goal of any fine portrait is to direct the
viewer’s attention to the face or faces in the portrait.
Casual outfits in earth tones work best for outdoor photographs.
Middle tones or deeper solid colors are good for formal portraits,
but can really be used in any situation as they have a slimming
effect.
Avoid large prints or patterns that can detract from your face.
Bold stripes, plaids, checks, and prints are confusing and do
not photograph well. Especially bright colors, such as red and
orange, will completely overpower the face and ruin the portrait.
Clothing in solid colors in medium shades will complement portraits
made in outdoor environments.
Very simple garments always photograph best.
Long sleeves are essential as bare arms call attention to themselves
and will overpower the face.
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