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We get so obsessed with eyes and mouths that we forget the rest of the body. Hands are emotional powerhouses. A clenched fist says tension; relaxed, open hands say vulnerability; a hand touching the chin says deep thought.

This is called environmental portraiture . The space becomes a costume. It answers the question: What does this person love? portraiture

Beyond the Smile: 5 Essential Truths About Powerful Portraiture We get so obsessed with eyes and mouths

#fineartportraiture #environmentalportrait #streetportraiture #moodyportraits #classicportraiture open hands say vulnerability

What is the most memorable portrait you’ve ever seen? (Mine is Steve McCurry’s "Afghan Girl"—those eyes are unforgettable).