Photography is an art, and the art of capturing personality requires fine skill and perseverance. " The eye should master to listen before it sees."   Here, are few tips 800casting would like to offer to create the most striking portraits.  Your perspective must be refreshing and novel - As every individual is unique, you need to attempt an innovative viewpoint to capture the heart of the portrait.   Eye Direction - A fine artist should be able to determine whether looking within the frame or off-camera, will capture the essence of the subject.   Eliminate the background clutter - Portraits focus on the person, hence often should be taken on an unstimulating and undeviating background   Lights - Try experimenting with lights. Silhouetting with backlighting can assist you to hide their features, side-lighting can create a mood, modifiers and diffusers can be used to provide a soft light effect. You may also try playing with light and shadows to bring your portrait to life.    Break the Rules, be unconventional - It is good to go by the rule book, but as a fine artist, you can be the best judge to decide when the absence or presence of a structure can enhance the fundamental nature of your portrait.  Good Luck!