Discover essential tips and techniques for capturing powerful portraits in this 51-minute seminar-style video. Explore the importance of light as a medium, mastering ambient light, and recognizing shadows. Learn about diffused light, studio versus ambient lighting, and modifying sunlight. Gain insights on choosing lenses for portraiture, composition techniques, and proper placement of eyes and chin. Address figure/ground challenges and impossible backgrounds. Understand optimal camera settings, including spot AF point positioning and Eye AF with shallow depth of field. Explore techniques for photographing multiple subjects and creating studio-like setups on location. Delve into flash photography, including lighting modifiers, creative flare, and various lighting setups such as beauty dish and Rembrandt lighting. Enhance your portrait photography skills with this comprehensive guide from Sony Alpha Ambassador Mark Galer.