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Craft masters often welcome portrait sessions. Best: buy a small piece (mask, batik) BEFORE photographing. Establishes relationship. Then ask about their work — genuine interest opens great portraits. 100-500 LKR tip for extended session.
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Locations: Ambalangoda mask carvers, Buddhi Batiks Bentota, Kandy metal workers, Kelaniya potters. Natural window light indoors > flash. Use 35-85mm to capture face + hands + tools. Wide-open aperture for shallow depth.
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