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Black and white two light portrait setup featuring model Lizzie on dark background

Two Lights And A Kiss – A Moody Portrait On Black Paper

Pattern: Short side lighting from a big soft source, with a gridded kiss light coming back from behind. Mood: Dark ...
Six year old Jess in red coat poses with Halloween pumpkin

How Jess Became Red Riding Hood | Halloween Portrait Photography Ideas

Some of the best halloween portrait photography ideas aren't planned at all. They just happen when the right person walks ...
Woman's profile lit dramatically with a single light portrait setup

Sculpted In Shadow – One Light Intimate Profile

One light, a black background, and a subject turned into a full profile - it sounds simple, and in some ...
Young woman profile portrait lit by single light softbox against black background

One Light Profile – The Dreamy Over-The-Shoulder Look

One light, one softbox, and the subject turned away from the camera - and the results are genuinely stunning. This ...
Black Labrador studio portrait against dark background, showcasing photographing black dogs tips

Inky Shine – Fast Black-On-Black Dog Portrait

Photographing black dogs well is one of those things that looks simple until you try it and end up with ...
Woman holding sword surrounded by dramatic blue smoke cloud in studio

Video | How I Use Smoke for Drama, Depth, and a Bit of Magic

Discover how I use smoke in my portraits to add drama, depth, and a bit of magic. This article shares ...
Black and white portrait of young woman leaning against stone wall using off-camera flash

Video | Five Ideas For Off-Camera Flash

Five creative ways to use off-camera flash to transform your location portraits — with practical tips, lighting setups, and real-world ...
Sparks Fly | A Welder At Work

Sparks Fly | A Welder At Work

Join me as I dive into capturing the fierce beauty and raw energy of a welder at work, using available ...
Ryan | Woodland Misty Portrait

Ryan | Woodland Misty Portrait

Discover how Ryan Woodland harnessed misty conditions and shy sunlight to create an intimate, natural light portrait that's all about ...

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