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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 ...
Seeing Light Differently: An Evening Exploring Continuous Light
There’s a common misconception in portrait photography that better photographs come from buying better lights. Spend enough money on the ...
Ordinary to Extraordinary: Portraits in Crappy Locations (The Societies Convention)
There's a special kind of location photographers know all too well. Not a "location", really. More a "this will do" ...
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 ...
Katalyn, Sunglasses, and the Power of a Low Camera Angle
Discover how a low camera angle and carefully crafted studio lighting can transform a portrait. Using Katalyn's sunglasses as a ...
Video | Transform Any Workplace Into A Pro Portrait Studio
Discover how to transform any everyday workplace into a professional portrait studio using smart lighting, simple gear, and a creative ...
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 ...
Flattering Lighting: Broad and Narrow Light Patterns
Different face shapes benefit from different lighting patterns. Read on to find out how to slim down a wide face ...
Sam | A Window-Lit Portrait in a Client’s Home
Join me as I explore a simple yet elegant portrait session using just window light in a client’s home. This ...
Lucy | Portrait of an Artist In Her Home
A warm, intimate portrait of Lucy, captured using only the gentle natural light of her home. Discover how available light ...

