Photography is an art form that relies heavily on capturing and manipulating light to create stunning images. Light is the essence of photography, but at times, too much or unwanted light can be detrimental to the final result. This is where light blockers come into play, serving as indispensable tools
There is a temptation to go overboard on portraits. I know — I do it all the time, just for the fun of it. But sometimes paring it all back and going for classy, yet simple portraits is its own reward. Keeping things simple I adore doing totally over the
When you set up a portrait session, whether it is for a client or family member or even if it is a creative collaboration with model and hair and makeup artist, there are certain things that I believe you need to be aware of. I use a shoot list on
A lens hood’s main purpose it to prevent lens flare caused by light entering the side of the lens. Most photographers use the hood outdoors, but don’t think they need it while shooting in a studio. Here’s why you should always keep the lens hood on. Lens flare and protection
By now people have realized the Platypod Max is a very “on the go” versatile tool. Attaching a ball head and camera makes it as rock solid as a tripod. But did you know, it’s just as great in the studio? I’ve shown in a previous post how to attach an
Studio flags are similar to a 5-in-one round reflector with the except they are easier to mount to a c-stand. Here’s how to use the Flag’s built-in pin to attach to the knuckle of an extension arm which is attached to a c-stand.
Adjusting a heavy light attached to a c-stand doesn’t have to acquire a lot of strength. Here’s a simple tip to help you move the light up or down without much effort. Stand on the Longest Leg This is a very short and simple tip. When lowering or raising a
Most high-end digital SLR cameras come with a built-in battery grip. If your camera doesn’t have a grip, don’t worry, 3rd party grips are inexpensive and easy to install. Here’s why you should consider adding a battery grip to your camera. Easy to install Installing a battery grip is as
Cinefoil, also known as black foil, black wrap, or shadow foils, is a sturdy, black aluminum foil. It can be molded into different reusable shapes. Controlling Direction of Light Imagine you want to light a certain part of a photograph. Using Cinefoil, you can wrap it around a speedlight to
After finishing shooting for the day, you need to figure out how to keep your memory card safe until you transfer your images to your computer. The worst thing you can do is put the card in your pocket and taking a risk of losing it. A better solution is
Studio Tip: It’s a good idea to have an assistant on set while shooting. You can use them to fill in to adjust lights and settings while the model is getting ready. If you can’t afford to hire an assistant, take on an intern or ask another photographer to join
