Fine Art Self-Portrait Photography
Set positioning
A course by Danny Bittencourt , Photographer and Writer
Joined February 2020
About the video: Set positioning
Overview
“In this class, I will explain how to deal with these challenges and align your script for the execution of the image. Self-portrait is a choice that comes with several conceptual and technical challenges.”
In this video lesson Danny Bittencourt addresses the topic: Set positioning, which is part of the Domestika online course: Fine Art Self-Portrait Photography. Learn how to use self-portraits as a form of artistic expression and create impactful photographs.
Partial transcription of the video
“In this lesson on positioning 7. i'll show you how I resolved the image. In this session. i'll guide you through my thought process for resolving the image we planned in the last class. focusing on background. lighting. and elements. The initial challenge was the background. where we have this infinity wall to consider. The concept we developed involves a minimalist background lacking details. We opted for a gray contrast with the fabric color. which I'll reveal shortly. At home. you can use a bedsheet to achieve a similar effect. ensuring the focus remains on the main subject. Consider rea...”
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Course summary for: Fine Art Self-Portrait Photography
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Fine-Art Photography, Photo Retouching, Photography, Photography Post-production, Photomontage, Portrait Photography, Self-Portrait Photography, Studio Photography

Danny Bittencourt
A course by Danny Bittencourt
Danny Bittencourt is a visual poet from Brazil who works in artistic production, education, and writing. As a photography graduate, she specializes in visual poetry. She also has a master's in education with a focus on cultural studies. She dedicates herself to sharing her research and experiences through conferences, workshops, and courses given across Brazil, Argentina, and Portugal.
Her work has been featured in magazines such as Vogue and LensCulture. She is also the author of Fotografia Fine Art, published by iPhoto Editora; Fotografia Híbrida, released independently; and A luz da janela, published by Chiado Books.
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