Portrait+Assignment

=Rae Murphy =



With both of these photographs, the background has a soft focus, and brings the attention to the foreground. Both are outdoor photos, the subject connecting with the environment. After going through many of Rae Murphy's photos I've taken notice that they are all photos of happy subjects; mostly families and friends, as well as weddings. These two pictures both have very soft lighting and the angle of the camera has been tilted. In both cases the subject is in the middle of the frame, even though the picture is rotated to one side or another. With the photo on the right, the plants are framing her even if some of the flowers are out of focus. A married couple took on the name Rae Murphy, and take family photos, along with weddings. They are located in Victoria, BC.

 Fashion portraits are obviously studio ones, the lighting and all other elements being controlled by the photographer. The rule of thirds has been used in both of the examples displayed above. Both of the subjects are not looking directly at the camera, but these are clearly not candid photographs. The background is blurred out, and usually a very neutral colour. These two photos in particular include the model's head and just past their shoulders, the focus on the facial features, makeup, and hair. This photographer is very involved in the fashion industry, and on the official website there are also pictures of famous actors and such.
 * Mark Delong **