A picture story usually include 6 or 7 pictures, the pictures are visually strong and informative and together they should be able to tell you a visual story.

• Establishing shot – this photograph could show where and when the photo took place, and can include other elements such as mood, other people and weather.
• Environmental shot – emphasizes the location of where the photograph is being taken,
• Relationship shot – this photograph should be able to show you what is taking place and the relationship between the people.
• Detail shot – concentrates on a place or a subject in particular.
• Formal portrait –  where you are in control of the photograph.
• Observed portrait –  more natural, the subject usually isn’t aware that the photograph is being taken.
• Person at work – this photograph should be able to show you who the person is, what they are doing and what context they are doing it in.