Lens
* Focal length: covers 85 to 100 mm, e.g. 28 – 105 mm
* Aperture: f/11
* Focus on the eyes
* Lens to the level of eyes
* Eyes 1/3 from top of the frame
Indoor Background<
* Black for dramatic effect
* White for everything else
* When use paper background supply back light
* Or use canvas or muslim backgrounds
* Use window lights as much as possible
Outdoor Background
* Less is better
* Darker is better
* Use f/2.8 or f/4 to blur background
* Move subject to the shade if direct sun light
Others
* Use a reflector