The process takes about five minutes. This reporter should know (see right). Douglas asks his subjects to relax, close their eyes and think of a time when they felt the world was against them. He ...

After growing up in Maryland and living and working in downtown Manhattan, James Douglas Shields moved to his wife’s hometown of Cleveland. Immediately fascinated and immersed into his new environment ...

Learn how to master iPhone portrait mode with expert tips on lighting, lenses, composition, and editing for professional-quality photos.

A portrait background plays a much more important role than filling the space behind your subject. It can be a strategic tool, reshaping the picture’s essence and perception. A simple headshot or a ...