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Two lights, a roll of black paper and a portrait built from scratch: here's how I light a moody studio ...

Pattern: Short side lighting from a big soft source, with a gridded kiss light coming back from behind. Mood: Dark ...

Some of the best halloween portrait photography ideas aren't planned at all. They just happen when the right person walks ...

There’s a common misconception in portrait photography that better photographs come from buying better lights. Spend enough money on the ...

I love the dry ice nozzle for the PMI Smoke Ninja. What it does, essentially, is cool the smoke as ...

If you're looking for something festive at this time of year, here's a lovely idea to try. Take a string ...

There's a special kind of location photographers know all too well. Not a "location", really. More a "this will do" ...

Discover how I use smoke in my portraits to add drama, depth, and a bit of magic. This article shares ...

Five creative ways to use off-camera flash to transform your location portraits — with practical tips, lighting setups, and real-world ...

Discover how to master fitness portraits in harsh sunlight using natural light techniques that highlight strength and vitality without losing ...