Experience in choosing background when taking photos

Elegant black background

Black background is one of the popular background colors when taking portraits or artistic photos. Black will help the main subject in the photo become elegant and nostalgic.

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For clients who request a solo portrait, this is the ideal background color. The backlight color helps the main character have mystery as well as a memorable, moody photo. 

Subtle gray background

Gray is quite neutral and sophisticated. The gray background effect will help the photo increase sophistication, emphasizing the main character without losing the viewer's focus. This is an ideal background for product photography, especially products such as: clothes, jewelry. The gentle gray color behind will help the viewer focus and be attracted to the subject being photographed.

Purple background stands out

Many photographers often do not choose purple backgrounds because the color is quite prominent and a bit difficult to capture. However, for children's photo areas, this is the ideal background color. In addition, when taking photos to promote products. Or any message to express a strong sense of imagination in the image. Purple will be effective when the photographer knows how to arrange and depends on the concept, the products. Although purple is quite prominent and creates a rather sad feeling, so when taking portraits, you should avoid this background color. 

Eye-catching red background

Red is a symbol of movement and dynamism. It also increases the viewer’s hunger and desire to eat immediately. Red also represents passion and is often associated with love. 

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This is a color that can be used to promote food, such as fried chicken. In addition, a girl in a red background will attract a lot of eyes to her. This color can be used for portrait or artistic photography, but it needs to be carefully coordinated and conceptualized. 

Neutral brown background

Brown is often overlooked as a background color. However, in some portrait photography situations, it can be an ideal background color. The neutrality and elegance of brown is suitable for nude or nude portraits. The subject will stand out against the background color and create a comfortable, non-obscene feeling for the viewer. It can also be a good choice for promotional photography that conveys a comfortable and familiar message.

Pure white background

It can be said that white is the most popular choice for backgrounds today. Usually, the photos taken today choose white backgrounds. White creates the most pure and natural feeling. Especially when taking photos of babies, pets or families, white backgrounds are perfect.

Dynamic yellow background

Yellow is usually quite bright and full of positivity. It represents happiness and energy for a portrait. However, when taking promotional photos of products, yellow can be uncomfortable to look at for a long time. A portrait with outstanding outfits, or promoting products such as: bikinis, sunglasses or lipstick… Yellow backgrounds really make the products stand out in the photo.

The dynamism and youthfulness of the yellow background

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Green background close, natural

Green also has quite similar features to brown. Green background creates a comfortable, close, and more natural look. Portrait photography or product promotion can use this background color. Green will help viewers feel comfortable and avoid discomfort when looking at people or products in the photo. 

Attractive pink background

For photos with themes of women, love or products dedicated to women, there is no background color more suitable than pink. Pink is cheerful and easy to attract the eyes of the viewer. This is a good suggestion when promoting products to help the viewer pay more attention to the main subject. This color is subtle, and a little brighter than the yellow background.

Elegant blue background

Blue is quite popular and loved when taking promotional photos of clothes, especially suits for men. Blue does not reduce the naturalness and helps the viewer focus more on the product.

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A portrait for men, or products for men such as: sunglasses, clothes, shoes, watches….
All will be conveyed well through a blue background, showing masculinity and hidden strength.  In fact, choosing a background for photography is often a headache for many people. Many people often think that taking photos in the studio is simply standing in front of any background and taking pictures to get beautiful photos. This is completely wrong. A beautiful photo is not only determined by the photographer's photography technique but also by the background and color scheme in the photo.  A prominent background, along with a reasonable concept and outfit combination will help to get a beautiful portrait or product promotion photo.

Hopefully, with the above sharing of SaDesign, it will help customers have more knowledge about how to choose a background when taking photos. For any questions and need advice and support, please contact SaDesign immediately for answers.  Wish you have the most beautiful photos.