Creating Stunning Depth in Portrait Photography with Francisco Joel Hernandez

06/25/2026

A powerful portrait doesn’t just capture a face, it creates a sense of depth, space, and emotion. Photographer Francisco Joel Hernandez will show you how to build strong visual depth in your portraits using lighting, lenses, and composition.

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 3:09 - The flat portrait problem
  • 8:55 - How to add depth
  • 20:50 - Cheat code
  • 27:28 - Off camera flash
  • 35:46 - Lighting systems
  • 39:16 - Technique breakdown
  • 47:52 - Mistakes to avoid
  • 49:14 - Final tips
  • 53:00 - Live demo

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