How I Got the Shot – Finding Pockets of Light
Vanelli
When shooting in low light situations, look for pockets of light to exposure your subject.
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How to Create the Look – A Rugged Black & White Portrait
Vanelli
This “How to Create the Look” article shows what it takes to create a rugged Black & White portrait.
Photofocus Photowalk: Lightless in Seattle, or Speedlighting the Fremont Troll
Levi Sim
Seattle is calling! So let’s make pictures in one of the best places in the country. We’ll start with portrait practice under the bridge on
A Short Survey On Lighting
Photofocus Team
We were approached about a pretty cool project… help design the lighting solutions that photographers need going forward. A big research company reached out to
Want Drama? Shoot With The Light
Lisa Robinson
I often spend a lot of time at a wedding wrestling with light. Different sources, color temperatures, intensities are all over. Often, I find I
“What’s in Your Bag?” Stuff!
Michael Kubeisy
What’s in your bag? Do you really think that the cameras and lenses that are in my bag are going to get you my job?
Using V-Flats with Backlit Portraits
Nicci Widener
When using backlighting in an image, the first thing to decide on the light source. For beauty portraits, I prefer to use natural light, as
Hot Hair Lights
Michael Kubeisy
I’m a huge advocate of creating depth in a photograph. One of the ways is to use a back light or at times referred to
Aesthetic Judgements: Lighting & Exposure
Kevin Ames
Aesthetic is defined as being concerned with or the appreciation of beauty. It also suggests a style or underlying principles that guide an artist or
Book Review: The Headshot by Peter Hurley
Levi Sim
You can look at my work and compare it with the books I’ve read and you’ll probably be able to tell which book I read
Candle Lighting with Photoshop
Kevin Ames
Most interiors with candles for adding ambiance, are anything but controlled. HVAC, opening doors, ceiling fans in another room or even an assistant or client
Should you Charge an Out of Area Fee for Jobs on the Road?
Vanelli
Deciding if you should charge an out of area fee when an assignment has you traveling? This short story may help you make up your mind.
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