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Five techniques for better natural light photography

Many photographers prefer working with natural light for the various moods and effects they bring to a scene. It works great for different kinds of photography. But to get the best results, there’s more to it than shooting in Golden Hour. We also need to be able to make the

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Navigating the unpredictable world of natural light photography

Photography is an art form that constantly evolves. One of the most fundamental aspects is the use of light. While artificial lighting offers control and precision, natural light remains a beloved yet often unpredictable element for photographers.  Let’s look at some of the challenges when capturing moments in natural light

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Julie Powell - Lighting

Artificial lighting: Do you really need it?

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

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Mobile Mondays: Working indoors with window light

Just because you can’t go outside doesn’t mean you can’t capture lovely photos indoors with your smartphone. Using my trusty Samsung S21 and some natural window light, I captured this pretty little still life. I took a photo just with the smartphone camera, not too bad, but I think I

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Using flash to supplement natural light

Supplementing natural light with flash

Sometimes when working with natural light, you can’t always get the most flattering image, especially when it comes to food photography. That’s where using a supplemental speedlight can help dramatically. Set the scene I set my scene up on a table near the back door of my studio but found

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How to use light modifiers to mimic natural light

It’s easy to see why natural light is popular for portrait photography. This soft, diffused type of lighting is flattering for skin tone and creates a beautiful, airy-look to the photos. However, what if the weather isn’t ideal during your shoot? Or, what if your shooting location doesn’t provide access

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