Embrace the charm of nature with cottagecore photography. Spring is the perfect time to capture the essence of nature’s beauty. With its blooming flowers, lush greenery, and warm sunlight, it’s the ideal backdrop for a cottage core photoshoot. I have been waiting to dive into it all Winter, but now
Spring (or Fall, depending on which hemisphere you reside in), is the perfect time to get outdoors and capture some pretty portraits in nature. I recently had the pleasure of taking some outdoor portraits at a friend’s country farm with models and horses, the barn and an old truck. What
Do you often feel limited in your portrait photography by the space available to you? This is most likely the case when you want to shoot full length portraits but your studio is too tight for it. However, there are some workarounds that will allow you to get a portrait
“I hate how I look when I smile!” It’s not an uncommon complaint to hear when working as a family and portrait photographer. Maybe it’s the way her teeth look. Or it’s the way his cheeks pop out. Or she’s just 13 years old and hates this ridiculous family photoshoot
I’ve been frequently asked to help take pictures (with a smartphone) simply because I’m a photographer and therefore MUST make better pictures than those coming from an average joe. Probably not always true, but I feel that there are some elements to know that could help everyone take better pictures
Here’s a funny thing: Some photographers will ONLY use natural light, claiming they don’t NEED artificial light. Meanwhile, some studio photographers claim they ONLY use artificial light. Often (but not always), these photographers only use one or the other, as they haven’t really learned the power of the other. But
Ready to taking your studio lighting to the next level? One of the tricks that will prove handy for your portrait photography is using feathered light. If this is your first time to learn about this technique, we found just the Adorama tutorial for you! Gavin Hoey makes a quick but
I’ve heard Joe McNally say, “If you want more interesting pictures, stand in front of more interesting stuff.” I’ve also heard it said, “If you want to make better pictures, become a better person.” I find that is true whether I’m photographing my neighbor, a longtime client, my own family,
Out of ideas for where to do your next portrait shoot? It can be nerve-racking to look for a great location, especially when you’ve become too familiar to your usual spots. Also, some projects may require a certain mood that only a fitting location can provide. If these sound like
There are lots of different lighting styles out there to choose from. But when it comes to simple, beautiful portraits, it’s hard to go past clamshell lighting. What is clamshell lighting? Clamshell lighting is a simple, two-light setup. Place both lights facing your subject at a 45-degree angle, have your key
Summer days mean summer beach portraits, right? But why not try something a little different? Mermaids at sunset made for a super fun shoot for me and some photography friends. Sunset means that gorgeous golden hour glow. Behind the scenes A little location scouting is always a good idea. Look
The relatively controlled and static nature of a studio is often the most ideal place to shoot a portrait. After a while, you get a feel for the studio; its space, the light and how your equipment interacts with it. However, there is an undeniable sense of dynamism when you
