Lighting Tips

Review | Julia Kuzmenko’s Go Pro: Studio Beauty
A complete how-to and guide to the creative process from planning, to team creation, lighting, shot execution, and getting work.

How To Use Inexpensive String Lights To Make Foreground Bokeh
Using a string of lights at our last engagement session, we made some pretty awesome foreground bokeh. Here's how we did it.

Music Photography | How to Rock a Recording Studio Photo Session
Today, we’re switching things up and are going to discuss what might be our first post on music photography - the ins and outs of capturing a recording session.

The Pros and Cons of Light Tents | Are they Worth it?
Are you thinking about taking your product and still life photography to the next level, but can't decide if it's worth buying a light tent?

Solving A Common Off-Camera Flash Problem: The Black Band
If you are or ever find a black bar on the top or bottom of your image when using flash, this is likely what's going on, and how to solve it.

Demb Flash Diffuser Review
Direct Flash can ruin a perfect scene. It can make your subject look like a deer caught in the headlights, ...

CRI | The Important Lighting Factor You’re Likely Overlooking When Purchasing A Light
LEDs are becoming more prevalent by the minute, so especially now CRI is something you should consider before every light purchase or use.

New Workshop! Lighting 101 | Foundation and Light Shaping
Welcome to Lighting 101: Foundation and Light Shaping! Join us on dozens of live shoots, as we teach you the ...

Breed Master Class: Advanced Fashion Photography Lighting | Review
Lighting is a differentiator between pros and amateurs. This comprehensive guide with 22 advanced lighting setups aims to make show you how the pros do it.

$50 DIY Continuous Lighting Set-Up For Great Portraits | Aaron Nace
For little money, you can have a 3 light set-up for taking great portrait. Aaron Nace shows you how to make it, and make the most out of it.

Using Continuous Lights For A Simple Glamour Portrait
Using continuous lights for portraiture is a great way to learn lighting. Plus it’s a throw back to the old Hollywood glamour days!











