Israeli lens #7 - Portrait Photography

Fine Art Photography Magazine

April 2015 #7

IGOR ZEIGER • ADI OFER • ELAD DAVID KSU SHACHMEISTER • AVI PERL • LIKA RAMATI M O Z E S N A C H U M O V I C H • M U L A E S H E T

Y E H O S H U A R A V E H • M O D I S H O F I L

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8/ The Definition Of Portrait Photography By Kathleen Francis

12/ Portrait Photography Basic By Mia Rose 16/ Igor Zeiger 30/ Adi Ofer

40/Elad David

54/ Ksu Shachmeister 70/ Avi Perl 80/ Lika Ramati

96/ Mozes Nachumovich 118/ Mula Eshet 136/ Yehoshua Raveh

148/ Modi Shofil

170/ Most Influential Photographers - Jeanloup Sieff 180/ Most Influential Photographers - Michal Chelbin- Sailboats And Swans 190/ Most Influential Photographers - Cindy Sherman-History Portraits 198/ Elsewhere - Annie Leibovitz 208/ Elsewhere - Irving Penn

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Portrait Portrait PHOTOGRAPHY

"I drove to the outskirts of Los Angeles, where she lived in a two-room apartment. What impressed me in the living room was the obvious striving for self-improvement. I saw a photograph of Eleanora Duse and a multitude of books that I did not expect to find there, like the works of Dostoevsky, Freud, the history of Fabian socialism, etc. On the floor were two barbells." –Philippe Halsman


8Portrait photography produces pictures that capture the personality of a subject by using effective lighting, backdrops, and poses. A portrait

The definition of Portrait Photography

Portrait photography produces pictures that capture the personality of a subject by using effective lighting, backdrops, and poses. A portrait picture might be artistic, or it might be clinical, as part of a medical study. Frequently, portraits are commissioned for special occasions, such as weddings or school events. Portraits can serve many purposes, from usage on a personal Web site to display in the lobby of a business.One can find other more or less "official" definitions of portrait photography, but this one captures several aspects that are important to portrait photography (or to portraiture in the visual arts overall) which may not be explained in detail in a general-purpose dictionary.

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A Portrait: • Captures the personality or essence of a subject. Not just a picture with a person in it. A "clinical" portrait might not attempt to reveal the soul of a person, but it still needs to capture something of that person's uniqueness — or else it's not a portrait.



• Is staged. While portraits can be candid, even those tend to have some intentionality. The lighting, backdrops, and poses are important, even if they are ad hoc. (Or maybe especially when they are.)

• Is commissioned. While this isn't necessary in a literal sense, in a larger sense portrait photographs aremade for the purpose. Someone — the subject, or the artist, or some organization — wants a portrayal of a certain person (or group of people). Even a street portrait of a stranger can fit, based on the photographer's intention.

The Focal Encyclopedia of Photography, an article by Kathleen Francis on the subject


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PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY BASIC BY MIA ROSEPhilippe Halsman©Salvador Dali


Are You Looking For Portrait Photography Tips So That You Can Improve Your Picture Taking Skills?

At first thought, portrait photography would seem easy, yet the results are often disappointing.Many of our pictures often include people, and whether you are photographing a model, taking a family photo, or capturing some candid shots while on vacation, you have probably discovered that great photography is a little more than just pointing a camera and pushing a button.In fact, a really good photo should convey the subject’s character and personality, and communicate something distinct or identifiable about who they are as a person. Following a few key tips will help you learn how to take great portraits so you will never be disappointed again.

1/ Choose The Appropriate SettingThe first step in taking portraits is to find out what the subject or family wants.

What is the model’s personality or the attitude of the family? Are they outgoing, serious, or funny? What are they trying to create with the photo? What mood are they wanting to convey? Or, what are the reasons for having the photos taken?When you answer these questions, you will be able to choose an appropriate setting accordingly. Settings can vary from a formal indoor environment, to a more casual outdoor location, a family home, a studio, or even a subject’s workplace.Also, when considering backgrounds, remember that the focus should always be on the subject, so choose a setting that is passive or complements and enhances the theme and mood of the photograph.

2/ Consider Lighting Lighting can change the mood and effect of any photograph, and when taking portraits, natural lighting is best, so whenever possible, take these pictures outdoors or by a window.

It is important to be aware of lighting and shadows as you want to flatter your subjects, not draw attention to wrinkles or imperfections. Also, keep in mind that flash lighting can cause red eye and may also produce boring, clinical photographs.Rather than looking like the typical, uninteresting school pictures, you want your photos to be creative and intriguing so they capture people’s attention and express the subject’s personality. Experiment with lighting by trying some silhouetting, use soft lighting for a more romantic mood, or schedule a sunrise photo shoot.

3/ Pose Subjects Well When taking portraits, it is important to give your models clear instructions. Sometimes the best positioning may feel a little awkward or unnatural, so if you need your subject to tilt their head to the left or drop their shoulder down a little, you must communicate exactly what you want.

Philippe Halsman©Alfred Hitchcock


Positioning the head and body at different angles will give you some variety in your shots and make your photos more interesting. It is important that you make the subjects feel comfortable, so take a few minutes to get to know them and put them at ease.

If you can understand a little of their personality, you may get a better idea on how to pose them. Pay attention to expressions, body language, and other traits and try to pose the models so you can capture some of these identifiable features. Also, you should ask your clients what type of pictures they are hoping for because this may help you determine different poses that will add to the creativity and mood of the photos.

4/ Use The Right Camera Setting And LensesFor portraits, it is best to use an optical zoom and the widest possible aperture. By changing the shutter speeds and aperture values you can vary the images by having the entire frame in focus, making subjects appear sharper, or blurring backgrounds. Use a tele lens to soften backgrounds, create distortions, or take pictures from a distance. Making the right equipment choices will help improve the quality and variety of your portraits.

5/ Vary Viewpoint Or Respective As a photographer you must learn how to think outside the box. With the resources available today, boring, posed photos will not make much of an impression. Creativity it the key! Most pictures are taken at eye level, but by changing the angle you can make your images much more powerful.Take photos from above or below, have the subject lay on the floor, or climb a tree or ladder. If you are taking a group photo, vary the level or positions of the individuals, and experiment with framing by having subjects off to the side or on an angle rather than centered. Play with eye contact by having models look away from the camera or asking subjects to

look at each other or objects within the photo. If the situation allows, have fun! You may just discover something both beautiful and unique that captures personality and displays quality.

6/ Be PreparedOne of the best tips to taking great portraits is to be prepared. Being professional, organized, and confident puts people at ease and will make the photo sessions run smoothly and efficiently.Whether you are a professional photographer or an amateur just wanting to capture some memories of family vacations and special events, many of your photos will likely include people. By following these few portrait photography tips, you can learn to take great pictures that will be beautiful, natural, and studio quality.

Philippe Halsman©1948 Elizabeth Taylor


ABOUT THE AUTHOR:Mia Rose is a photographer and the creator of Basic-Photography-Tips.com and has been creating stunning photo art for the past ten years.

Philippe Halsman©Woody Allen


IGOR ZEIGER


IGOR ZEIGER

Igor Zeiger- The sightTechnic: digital photography. fine art print on museum archival quality paper. Copy 1 of 7. 50 x 33 cm. Unframed. Signed and numbered on the back. Comes with certificate of authenticity. price $1000.


With photography I am trying to create a new reality. Its quest for perfection, for impeccable light. And, as every quest, it will never end. Because, in a fraction of second everything changes, creating more and more impressive visual concept. The most common perception is that photography is freezing the moment. I don't believe in it. It's about much more than that. Photography, as any other form of art is providing the basis for spectators to see what he desires to see. We just use the media of photography to aid people to get out of their mind borders, to use their imagination.My happiest moment is when a visitor in the gallery or exhibition does not ask what I meant in specific photograph, but when I hear an explanation what he sees and that explanation differs from what I saw when I made the picture. Because every picture is a world by itself, it is not a moment, frozen in time.The perfect picture for me is when everybody sees something that clicks the button and this somethingis always different.

Igor Zeiger -Untitled ( Alon ) Technic: digital photography. fine art print on museum archival quality paper. Copy 2 of 7. Сopy 1 is in private collection in Israel. 50 x 33 cm. Unframed. Signed and numbered on the back. Include a certificate of authenticity. price $1000.

IGOR ZEIGER


Group Exhibitions+FUTURE-May 2015. International Art Fair. Quest Hall Harajuku, Tokyo. Japan.2015- "ANOTHER". December 2014 - June 2015. Gan Meir Gallery. LGBT Center. Tel Aviv- “The Edge”. 18 -28 March 2015. Jaffa Port. Tel Aviv Jaffa.- "Portraits". 3 - 16 February 2015. "The Brick Lane" Gallery. London. UK2014- "SCOPE Miami Beach" Art Fair. 2 - 7 December 2014. Miami. USA.- "Photography Now". November. "The Brick Lane" Gallery. London. UK- "Picture Peace". June. "Circle 1" Gallery. Berlin. Germany

- "Picture Peace". June. Speaker's Corner - New Voices in Hackney Art. London. UK- "Picture Peace". April. Gallery "Beit HaGefen". Arab Jewish Culture Center. Haifa. Israel- "Year in Review 2013". March. Angel Orensanz Foundation. New York City. USA2013- "SCOPE Miami Beach" Art Fair. December. Miami. USA.- "The Story of The Creative". August. Angel Orensanz Foundation. New York City. USA- "TLV Pride". May. Rabin square. Tel Aviv. Israel- "So far, So close". February. Gavra Gallery. Tel Aviv. Israel.

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Publications Timeout Israel Calcalist Newspaper, Israel Facity Project KVIR magazine The Physique Project "ANOTHER" Exhibition Catalog “Picture Peace” Exhibition Catalog "So far, So Close" Exhibition Catalog La Famiglia - the photobook. ISBN: 1507632150Collections:Private Collections in Israel, USA, Germany, Russia, UKEducationYale University. New Haven. 2014. Art Studies.Sapienza University. Rome. 2013. Art and Architecture of Italian Renaissance“Studio Gavra” School of Photography. 2011-2013. Professional Photography.

Igor Zeiger -Untitled ( Omer ) Technic: analog photography print. Copy 1 of 7. 50 x 40 cm. Unframed. Signed and numbered on the back. Include certificate of authenticity. $900.


Igor Zeiger-Untitled ( Ligad ) Technic: digital photography. fine art print on museum archival quality paper. Copy 1 of 7. 33 x 50 cm. Unframed. Signed and numbered on the back. Include a certificate of authenticity. price $1000.


Igor Zeiger -Untitled ( Dean ) Technic: digital photography. fine art print on museum archival quality paper. Copy 1 of 7. 33 x 50 cm. Unframed. Signed and numbered on the back. Include a certificate of authenticity. price $1000.


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Left: Igor Zeiger -Karam ( baroque )Name: BaroqueTechnic: digital photography. fine art print on museum archival quality paper. Copy 2 of 7. Сopy 1 is in private collection in Israel. 33 x 50 cm.Unframed. Signed and numbered on the back. Include a certificate of authenticity. price $1000.


ADI OFERAdi Ofer, female, born 1980, Israel.Specialized in live music, dance and theatre photography.

"Photography gives me a sense of keeping pseudo time. Turn the passing moments into eternity. This is the power of photography to me. Alongside my passion for performing arts, photography, I have a need of using photography on a private level. My personal documentation, perhaps as other things I photograph is basically a request to strengthen the environment. Sometimes in those moments of self exposure, I am present, more than I am in reality.My personal portraits photographed with a camera on a tripod, remote in hand and natural light from the window."

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