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Prism Rainbow Refraction
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A glass prism splits a beam of light into a rainbow that streaks across the subjects face and shoulders. The refracted spectrum adds a playful burst of color to a plain portrait.
How to do this pose
- Have the photographer hold a prism near the lens
- Position a hard light to one side of you
- Wait as the rainbow band is angled onto your face
- Stay still so the colors stay sharp
Photography tips
Hold the prism just outside the frame and rotate it slowly until the rainbow lands across the eyes.
Expression
Gentle and serene so the colors become the focus.
Camera angle
Close-up at eye level with the prism flare entering one edge.
Suggested props
- Glass Prism
Camera settings
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