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Composite photography opens up your possibilities, particularly if you’re shooting for a client who wants a very specific look for a publication. But how do you make sure you get the right shot to use? This tutorial by Aaron Anderson guides you through setting up your lights for shooting composite portraits: Choose the Right Background First […]
Not long ago, Sarah-Jane Stazek lived for adventure. Whether it was rock climbing or sailing, she was up for whatever life had in store for her. Unfortunately, the aftermath of a routine surgery would change the way she’d live her life forever. As she woke from an anesthetic slumber, she discovered that a spinal cord injury […]
Using the sunset to your benefit creates a warm, soft glow on your portrait subjects. Does it work for photographing vehicles? The Slanted Lens shows how to use the sunset to create a stunning portrait with a truck. In this case, the sun sets behind a mountain near Los Angeles, but the advice given here still works with […]
Reflective umbrellas don’t usually get much air time in photography courses or Youtube tutorials, yet they have a number of applications and can be quite versatile. How versatile? Well, here’s a quick clip from photographer Jeff Rojas demonstrating three different looks using a single reflective umbrella: Investing in lighting equipment for a portrait studio can […]
This comprehensive bundle of Lightroom presets from ShutterPulse covers everything from cinema style effects to light leaks and much much more. With these 330+ presets you will be able to post-process and edit any of your photos with just a single click. Found here: The Complete ShutterPulse Lightroom Presets Collection The presets are compatible with Lightroom 4, 5, 6, […]
According to Leonardo Da Vinci’s theories, if you want the maximum depth in your photos, your subject’s shadow should be about the same length as his or her height. Daniel Norton experiments with this theory: To help him achieve the effect, Norton used a Profoto B1 with a reflector. The idea was to experiment with the positioning […]
One of the things that draws people to the arts is the opportunity to transcend day to day life. Fine art photographer Brooke Shaden is no exception. Using herself as the subject, she captivates her viewers in fantasy worlds expressed purely through her images. Featured in a recent installment of B&H’s Women of Influence series, the […]
In each and every art form there is always a medium or a number of specific mediums related to that particular art. For sculpture it can be stone, glass, or wood, whereas for painting it can be color, metal, or paint applied to a hard medium. The one specific medium of photography is light. But […]
A truly great portrait is not just a point and shoot moment; it should say something about the subject’s character and personality. In this article we decided to focus on freckles! What is so special about sun-kissed skin? Take a look at images we found and decide for yourself: Freckles or no freckles, if you […]
Group portraiture can be deceptively tricky. With so many moving parts involved, it can be easy to become overwhelmed on location. Luckily, veteran photographer Jay P. Morgan offers some insight on what can be done before and during a shoot to ensure photos that leave everyone looking their best: Setting the Scene First and foremost, get all of […]
