: Warm tones, amber highlights, and deep teal shadows (the classic Hollywood "teal and orange" look) naturally attract the human eye.

: Use roads, architecture, or natural horizons to guide the viewer’s eye through the frame just like a cinematographer would.

: Utilizing leading lines, reflections, and unconventional angles creates a cinematic feel that elevates a standard portrait into a story-driven image.

Capturing genuine, raw emotion—from a subtle smirk to a passionate gaze.