Use Negative Space Wisely:

Leave plenty of empty or uniform space around your subject (e.g., sky, wall, or darkness).

Split Lighting with Opposite Colors

Use two lights of opposing colors (e.g., orange on one side, blue on the other) to:

Create dynamic, cinematic portraits.

Add mood and duality to the subject’s face.

One Main Light Source:

A single lamp or window light can create mood and shape the face naturally.

Use flares or reflections purposefully, like in this image.

To create a dreamy look in portrait photography

use soft, warm lighting with shallow depth of field and gentle lens flares. Stick to pastel or warm-cool color tones and add a slight glow or haze in post-processing for an ethereal feel.

For a dreamy full-length portrait

use soft, diffused lighting (like golden hour or warm street lights) and a simple, uncluttered background. Frame the subject with gentle natural elements (like trees or flowing fabric), keep colors pastel or complementary, and shoot with a wide aperture to create depth and a soft, glowing effect.

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