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Marlies Hartmann

20+ Incredible Examples of Creative Lighting

A photograph cannot exist without light. Light is an integral aspect of a photograph that can influence the mood, emotion, and ultimately, tell a story. Though there are several unwritten rules of light use that photographers follow to capture an image, there are those who break the bounds and create a one-of-a-kind moment. In this ... Read more

5 Must-Have Boudoir Photography Accessories For Incredible Photos

When planning a boudoir shoot, the photographer has to consider camera angles, lighting, and outfits. In this episode I will be talking about my 5 favorite items to bring to a boudoir shoot.

Lumaprints Review: Framed Canvas and Framed Fine Art Prints (Quality That Punches Above the Price)

When we talk about the value of preserving photos, prints still do what digital files cannot. Sure, digital is convenient, fast, and easy to share, but it’s also easy to ignore. Think of the countless images that live on your phone, hard drives, or social feeds. They tend to disappear rather quickly, no matter how ... Read more

Tips for Incredible Wedding Party Photos

There is nothing more chaotic than wrangling a group of people together for a photo and then having to set up perfect lighting, poses, and expressions. These are some of the most valuable images you will capture during a wedding day, and we know just how stressful they can be. In this article, we’ll give ... Read more

Flash Gel Photography for Creative and Corrective Effects

Gels can be very useful in correcting color in your image or adding a creative effect. We show you how in the following video.
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SEO for Photographers | A Complete Guide

SEO is arguably the most sustainable and consistent form of lead generation for photographers (and most other small businesses). However, we often “put it off” until later because we don’t know where to start or what advice to follow. To make things simple and cut through the clutter, we’ve created this complete guide to SEO ... Read more
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Fantastic Birthday Photoshoot Ideas and Tips You Need to Try

Hurray! It’s your birthday! Well, maybe not today, but when the time does come, consider celebrating your birthday with a special birthday photoshoot. These photoshoots, like birthday parties, can range from low key hangouts to major productions. Either way, you’ll never forget this milestone when you put a little extra thought into how you capture ... Read more

Profoto Spring Sale: Save Up to 25% on B20, B30, D30, A10, and A2

Profoto has built a well-earned reputation for quality and reliability in professional lighting for photographers. This holds especially true for professional photographers, who understand that reliable gear is everything. If you’ve ever photographed a wedding using Profoto gear, you know that campaign taglines like “10,000 shots during a wedding – No misfires” aren’t marketing exaggerations. ... Read more
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Family Lifestyle Photography vs Traditional Photography

Family photography is an art form that captures precious memories of the people we hold dear. With the advent of digital cameras and smartphones, taking photos of our loved ones has never been easier. However, when it comes to professional family photography, two styles have emerged: lifestyle family photography and traditional family photography. While both ... Read more

Lifestyle Photography Tips For Capturing Authentic Images

There's more to producing great lifestyle content than knowing how to work your camera. Here are some thing to keep in mind to keep your Instagram consistent and authentic.
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Radio Flash Systems Made Easy | Slice of Pye, Ep. 19

Pye

In this episode, we make it easy to understand how to use flash radio systems.

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How to Light & Shoot a Dramatic Portrait by Yourself

Pye

In this video, we'll show you how to set up your flash and shoot portraits all by yourself! This is a great technique to learn when you are solo-shooting or don't have an assistant to help you out. A big thank you to Profoto for sponsoring this video!

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Photography Tips

Photography Lighting Equipment – The Best Light for Your Budget (2021 Update)

Shivani Reddy

Need some new photography lighting equipment? Read this and find out your best options before you take the leap on your next big purchase!

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Backlight Photography with Flash: From Basics to Brilliance

Shivani Reddy

Learn this creative off-camera flash technique that is sure to stun your clients!

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Mixing Flash & Natural Light | Photography Tips with Miguel Quiles

Shivani Reddy

Here are some tips on how to combine flash and available light for natural-looking photos.

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15 Photographers Take On the Dramatic Light Challenge

Shivani Reddy

See how our community members interpreted this week's lighting challenge.

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550 Portrait & Wedding Photographers Tell Us Their Go-To Lighting Gear

Pye

Wondering if you should switch gears and consider a different lighting brand? See what peers in the industry consider to be their current favorite.

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Photography Tips

Profoto Unveils the A1X – An Upgraded A1 with More Power, Better Battery, and a Higher Price Tag

David Crewe

As leaders in their industry, Profoto continues to innovate and bring the goods. The new A1X looks a lot like the A1, but it's even better. Check it out!

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LIT Flash – A New Off-Camera Flash for Smartphone Photographers

David Crewe

Want to add off-camera flash to your smartphone photography game? Check out the LIT Flash on Kickstarter and save money with an early pledge.

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Profoto A1 vs. Godox V1 Review & Full Comparison

Robert Hall

We've seen articles disputing how similar the tech is, but is the quality negligible?

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Cheetah Stand C8 Review for Wedding and Event Photographers

Christopher

Flash stands are critical for wedding and event photography, but they're not always convenient. Enter the Cheetah Stand C8.

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Initial Thoughts on Godox Flash Systems for Working Professionals, Pt. 1

Pye

For this review, I tested six Godox flash units, all on loan from B&H. While most know me as a Profoto photographer, this is not a sponsored article, nor is any of the information in this article otherwise biased or paid for.

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