Spotlight photography is a powerful technique that can add drama, focus, and depth to your images. While traditionally achieved using gobos (go-betweens or go-between optics), you don’t always need these physical accessories to create a spotlight effect. In this post, we’ll explore how to achieve a captivating spotlight look without
Still life photography is all about creating captivating scenes with inanimate objects. While natural light often provides a soft, ethereal quality, artificial light offers precise control and versatility. By combining both, you can achieve stunning results that elevate your still-life imagery. Oh, and it’s not just still life, consider using
I switched over to Godox a couple of years ago for my studio flash lighting needs. They have made my life simple and easy in and out of the studio. So when I heard that Godox were bringing out a new AD200Pro II I couldn’t wait to get my hands
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
Zhiyun have added another powerful offering to their steady lighting range with the Fiveray M20 review. I got my hands on this pocket fill light, designed for photographers and videographers alike, to see how it holds up. In this first look Fiveray M20 review I’ll show you the basics of
Capturing the essence and beauty of a subject through portrait photography is an art that demands the perfect blend of equipment and technique. Among the crucial tools in a portrait photographer’s toolkit is the beauty dish. Crafted as a versatile lighting modifier, this tool is tailored to produce a soft
Phottix introduces the revolutionary Capsule series, seamlessly integrating fantastic features from its previous softbox lines. Crafted for professionals, these light shapers combine durability, portability, and, most notably, multifunctionality. The Capsule series boasts a user-friendly design, featuring a quick push opening system that ensures readiness in seconds. Closing is equally effortless
Capturing stunning and dramatic portraits has never been easier with this one-light setup. The Phottix G-Capsule makes it easy to swap between diffusers, beauty dish and grids all in one handy capsule. The setup I used a black seamless paper backdrop and a few simple props: skull, lantern, cosplay gun,
Photography is an art form that relies heavily on the interplay of light and shadow. In the pursuit of capturing stunning images, photographers often turn to lighting modifiers to shape and control the quality of light. These tools are indispensable for achieving the desired mood, emphasizing specific details, and creating
Zhiyun’s new Fiveray V60 light wand is a powerful tool for videographers and photographers alike. In this Fiveray V60 light wand review for photography I will go over the features of this light which make it easier to take better photos. All in all, it’s a powerful addition to your
Looking for some powerful lighting for photography and video in or out of the studio? Then perhaps the new Zhiyun Molus X100 might just be worth checking out. This tiny, funky 100W pocket COB light certainly packs a punch when it comes to lighting, especially for still life and product
