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How to Shoot a Basic Model Test | Gear, Shot List, Agency Requirements & More
With the shifting requirements for model tests, there is a misconception that all test shoots must be grandiose productions and equipped with a full team. In fact, when first approaching a modeling agency to test you will almost always be asked if you have your own team. In this article, I’ll walk you through how ... Read more
Dynamic 3-Light Sports Portrait Setup
When it comes to taking sports photography portraits, capturing dynamic energy is the name of the game. Sports portraits often convey a sense of action and energy with dramatic poses and lighting, the latter of which often relies on using off-camera flash. While some photographers try their best to avoid using flash, it’s really not ... Read more
3 Ways To Photograph Family Group Photos With Flash
Setting up one directional off-camera flash with a shoot-through umbrella may be your go-to lighting setup for family formals, but what other ways can you light a group of people to create more drama or visual interest? Light alters the mood of a scene through modifiers, quantity, and color. Even with family photos, you should ... Read more
Easiest One Light Portrait Setup for Professional Headshots
How many lights does it take to create a great, pro quality image? In my early career, my answer was “as many as I can get.” But over time, I learned that some of the most beautiful portraits are captured using simple setups. No need for multiple lights, sets, and gear to get gorgeous results. ... Read more
5 Creative Accessories to Conceal Distracting Backgrounds
We’ve all been there: you have great clients but a less-than-superb background. How do you deliver the high-quality, creative imagery that your clients have come to expect? Creative accessories are perfect when you need a spark of creativity or need to block distracting elements in your scene. These simple tools can transform an ordinary shot ... Read more
DIY Reflector | 3 Ways to Make Your Own Reflector
It's a long holiday weekend which means the beach, BBQ, and DIY projects! If you're going out to Home Depot to pick up a few tools to fix something around the house, make sure you add bead foam to your shopping list.
How to Design a Photo Album | A Step by Step Guide
Whether you’re a professional or a hobbyist, printing is an important aspect of photography. Instead of images lost in clouds, hard drives, or social media, printing your photography into wall art or albums makes your photography tangible. Selecting your favorite images for print and laying them out in a story gives them more value and ... Read more
An Introduction to Posing Female Models
Working with agency models is a highly coveted and sought after goal for many aspiring fashion and beauty photographers. While there are many models who know their angles, the reality is that many of the agency models you are likely to test with in the beginning are new faces in the fashion industry. These new ... Read more
Photographer Insurance Guide
Let’s face it, photography is not a cheap venture to get into. Regardless of whether you’re a professional or a hobbyist, buying and keeping your gear up-to-date can be very expensive. Because of this, it’s incredibly important to keep your equipment safe from theft and damage. Having your gear stolen or broken somehow can be ... Read more
15 Tips for Teaching Photography Workshops
Hosting a photography workshop may not be the easiest way to earn additional income, but it can prove rewarding when done right. Should you choose to teach one, follow these 15 tips to help ensure that your workshop is a success!
4 Tips On Creating Stunning Beauty Images With A One Light Setup
Miguel Quiles
In this first episode, I set out to explain my process behind capturing this beauty look that I absolutely love, using just a single light and a reflector.
4 Off-Camera Flash Options For Sony Mirrorless System At Every Budget
Kishore Sawh
Looking to buy a Sony mirrorless system, but swayed by the options for off-camera flash? Don't be as there are options to go 'round.
Phottix Announces Impressive Odin Update In New Odin II Units
Anthony Thurston
In the world of speedlight or off camera light triggering PocketWizard still the king of the hill, but if you have seen what Phottix is doing with their Odin line, it is hard not to be impressed. Phottix today announced their update to the original Odin system, the Odin II, and boy is it impressive.
Trigger Your Lights Easily with the Phottix Strato II Multi Wireless Trigger – Rapid Gear Review
Michelle Ford
When it comes to wireless triggers that do not break the bank, we love the Phottix Strato II Multi. It has channels, groups, TTL-pass through, and most importantly, reliability. Check out our review on Strato II Multi.
