Until the invention of the portrait--whether drawn, painted, or sculpted--was the only way to preserve the physical likeness of a human being.

★ Portrait – Art Term

Before the invention of photography, a painted, sculpted, or drawn portrait was the only way to record the appearance of someone. ... At the same time, photography became the most important medium of traditional portraiture, bringing what was formerly an expensive luxury product affordable for almost everyone.

answer; i believe the correct answer is ( it gives the photographer greater control over the print)

he was always smiling, wearing the same thing, and sitting criss cross apple sauce.