portrait

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Portrait' refers to an image, photo, or painting that aims to show a person or thing, especially face or expression. Unlike a selfie, a portrait often tells a story about its subject.

Examples in Different Contexts

Modern smartphones have portrait modes in their cameras, which use software to create a depth-of-field effect, making the subject stand out from the background.

Practice Scenarios

Business

Scenario:

Our company needs a powerful visual representation that encapsulates what we stand for. How should we begin?

Response:

We could start by creating a corporate portrait that reflects our mission and values.

Creative

Scenario:

There's a certain spark in the subject that's not entirely captured in the latest art piece. How should we approach this?

Response:

Maybe we could take a few more portrait shots to better capture the subject's personality?