Discover four creative ideas for your next photoshoot on a budget using simple tools like prism filters, holographic sheets, crystals, and a glitter lighting technique to elevate your portraits without breaking the bank.
Curious about the difference between natural light photography vs flash photography? This post breaks down the pros and cons of each approach, showing how a simple off-camera flash setup can elevate your portraits with more dimension, control, and polish—while still appreciating the beauty and ease of natural light.
Announcing the winner of the 3rd annual Top Talent Competition from ShutterFest 2024, plus our top 5 favorite images.
Full body poses for photography portraits help tell a story, flatter your subject, and create standout images. Mastering them is key to capturing confident, natural-looking portraits with impact.
Want to make your portraits more creative and eye-catching? This post shows how using gel lighting—especially with complementary colors like teal and orange—can dramatically transform your portraits by adding mood, depth, and visual interest.
If you’ve ever felt intimidated by using a light meter on location, you’re not alone. Many photographers hear “light meter” and think it’s a complicated
Learn 3 dramatic portrait lighting setups using simple gear to add cinematic mood, depth, and flair to your studio photography in minutes.
Today, I’m going to show you the difference between what I see and what my camera sees. If you’re just starting out as a photographer,
One of the most underrated features of the Westcott FJ400 is its Mask Mode. It’s typically used in school and sports photography to create a mask around your subject for easy background removal in post-production. But in this video, I’m going to show you how you can create mask mode fashion portraits using the FJ400.
Ready to see some behind the scenes for real on-location photoshoots? Check out this video where I breakdown some recent shoots from Dublin, Ireland.
You would be amazed at how you can easily turn any location into a work of art. Learning to see the world through the lens of your camera is key to success. Let’s break it down step-by-step.
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