If you want to really capture the character and personality of someone, then this is the ideal type of portraiture for you. While you might get a clear portrait in a studio, it is often not the best environment to express one’s personality. Candid photography reveals people in their most genuine state without any pretense. This is especially true if it is an environment that they feel comfortable and at home in. This type of photography encompasses street photography of strangers, festival portraits, and sporting events. The obvious disadvantage would be the lack of control over the composition when compared to the other types of portrait-style photography.