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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 ...
Photographer demonstrating understanding continuous light techniques in a studio setting

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)

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" ...
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 ...
Low camera angle portrait of woman in black quilted jacket and mirrored sunglasses

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 ...
Professional portrait setup created in a workplace environment using studio lighting

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 ...
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 ...
Side-by-side broad vs short lighting comparison in black and white studio portraits

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 ...
Smiling woman seated in velvet wingback chair in moody interior portrait

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

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 ...

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