Outdoor Portraits Using a Reflector // Westcott Fusion

Harsh sunlight? No problem. You can create stunning portraits with nothing more than a reflector and clever use of blocking techniques. In this photography lighting tutorial, we use the Westcott Fusion which gives us several variations for lighting control. Natural light photography doesn't have to be flat and boring. Using a reflector can add dimension and that pop of life into your subjects eyes. If you have ever wondered how to use a reflector for outdoor photography - this video is for you.

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Quick and Easy Off-Camera Flash Set Up

Ready for a quick and easy off-camera flash set up? Off-Camera Flash can be a powerful tool in your photography lighting arsenal. In this quick and easy lighting tutorial, I will break it down for you step-by-step on how to get to this final look using one flash. You will see what a photograph looks like with no flash in the environment and what it looks like shooting with just a wide open light and airy look. I think using Flash in these scenarios really gives a much stronger and more professional looking portrait. Give it a try to up your portrait photography game.

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On Camera Direct Flash Tutorial

Have you tried using on-camera flash for your studio portraits? As a professional photographer, I've always been taught to take the flash off camera to create more directional light. In this video of on camera direct flash tutorial for lighting, I will show you how to work quickly and easily using on-camera flash to create some very unique and interesting portraits.

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Boudoir Photography Using Natural Light

Can you be creative with natural light when it comes to boudoir photography? I think you can. You just need to use the light for your portraits in a big and soft way. Have you ever tried Creative Boudoir Photography Using Natural Light? Posing is also very critical for the final results. When it comes to posing your portrait photography clients - especially boudoir clients - over communicating is crucial.

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Creative Beach Portraits Using Off Camera Flash

Ready for some creative beach portraits using off camera flash? In this photography training video, we are on a beach photoshoot using the new Westcott Fusion by Sal Cincotta. This product, among many other features, allows us to create a 6-ft softbox in the field with a free standing unit. This is a great photography tutorial for seeing how we shoot step-by-step in the field using off-camera flash.

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Understanding Rembrandt Lighting

Ever wondered how to nail that classic, beautiful lighting in portraits? Look no further! In this video, we're diving deep into the wonderful world of Rembrandt lighting for your in studio portrait photography – it's like painting with light! Watch as we break down portrait lighting and understanding Rembrandt lighting in the simplest way possible. No fancy jargon here, just pure, easy-to-understand tips and tricks. We'll show you how to create those gorgeous shadows and highlights that make your portraits pop! Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned pro, there's something for everyone. We'll walk you through the history, the basics, and even some cool practical demonstrations. Get ready to take your portrait game to the next level!

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Quick and Easy Lighting Setups for High School Seniors

Lighting doesn't have to be complicated when it comes to your photography lighting set-ups. In this video, we show you some easy ways to get beautiful portrait lighting in a quick and easy way. This studio lighting tutorial is perfect for beginning photographers and advanced photographers as well.

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Octabox VS. Beauty Dish // Which is better?

These two completely different lighting modifiers will deliver completely different results with the same exact set up. In this lighting tutorial, we showcase the difference in the two different lighting options. both portrait images look amazing, but I think creatives will like one over the other. Which do you like the best? One is softer and the other more specular. In this video, we used the Westcott FJ200 and their octabox and beauty dish offering.

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Creative Portrait Photography with the Nanlite Gobo

Things get super creative in this portrait photography training video using the Nanlite Projection Attachment aka a Gobo. If you are looking to unleash your creativity this is a must have tool in your photography lighting bag. We love using this tool and it can be seen in multiple videos on our youtube channel. In the video you will get insight into some portrait photography lighting techniques that you can use the next time you are working with led lights or any indoor shoots with continuous lights. To learn more about Nanlite visit nanliteus.com

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