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Outdoor Portraits Using a Reflector // Westcott Fusion

Post author:Zeda Bartlett-Duhr
Post category:Lighting Youtube Video
Reading time:17 mins read

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.

Beauty Editing with Evoto AI

Post author:Zeda Bartlett-Duhr
Post category:Youtube Video
Reading time:20 mins read

Ready for some of the easiest beauty editing with Evoto AI? In this photography editing tutorial I show you how I use Evoto AI to edit my photos from a recent photoshoot.

Quick and Easy Off-Camera Flash Set Up

Post author:Zeda Bartlett-Duhr
Post category:Lighting Youtube Video
Reading time:14 mins read

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.

On Camera Direct Flash Tutorial

Post author:Zeda Bartlett-Duhr
Post category:Lighting Youtube Video
Reading time:14 mins read

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.

5 Easy Poses for Boudoir Photography

Post author:Zeda Bartlett-Duhr
Post category:Boudoir Photography Posing Youtube Video
Reading time:21 mins read

Posing for boudoir photography is always a challenge. In this video, I will show you some easy tips to posing your clients. Not every client is a model - so we need to find an easy set of poses to get them started. Once they get comfortable in front of the camera, you can then work on more advanced poses and lighting techniques to build on for the images you create.

Beauty Retouching with Luminar Neo

Post author:Zeda Bartlett-Duhr
Post category:Youtube Video
Reading time:25 mins read

Beauty retouching is fun and easy with Luminar Neo. This is one of several tools I personally use in my editing process. I love how easy this tool is for editing your images. Quick, easy, fun and creative are the words I would use to describe my editing. In this quick Luminar Neo Tutorial, I will show you my editing techniques for working some recent portrait images I created. One of the things to keep in mind while watching is a term I like to refer to as "season to taste". We all have different editing styles and different taste. Work on and find the ones that work for you and your business.

Boudoir Photography Using Natural Light

Post author:Zeda Bartlett-Duhr
Post category:Boudoir Photography Lighting Posing Youtube Video
Reading time:21 mins read

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.

Creative Beach Portraits Using Off Camera Flash

Post author:Zeda Bartlett-Duhr
Post category:Lighting Youtube Video
Reading time:18 mins read

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.

Understanding Rembrandt Lighting

Post author:Zeda Bartlett-Duhr
Post category:Lighting Youtube Video
Reading time:17 mins read

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!

New Westcott Fusion by Salvatore Cincotta

Post author:Zeda Bartlett-Duhr
Post category:Lighting Youtube Video
Reading time:13 mins read

The new Westcott Fusion by Sal Cincotta is something I've been working on with Westcott for a couple of years now. It's an incredible product that will give you more lighting possibilities than you could imagine. Check out this on location shoot and how we use the product. More videos coming.