Lighting Tips

Review | Julia Kuzmenko’s Go Pro: Studio Beauty

Kishore Sawh

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

Andy & Amii Kauth

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

Michael Henson

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?

How to Create the Perfect Hero Shot in Broad Daylight

Lindsey Chu

Using the Profoto B1, Pye is able to chisel out his subjects in a visually complex scene. Here's how he shot it.

Solving A Common Off-Camera Flash Problem: The Black Band

Kishore Sawh

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.

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Demb Flash Diffuser Review

Christopher

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

Kishore Sawh

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

Pye

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

Kishore Sawh

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

Kishore Sawh

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!