Whenever portrait photographers come across a well-taken fashion portrait, it is common for them to guess about the complex lighting setup that might’ve been used. But, as photographer Ian Hippolyte demonstrates in this video, you don’t always need a sophisticated lighting rig to get that perfect editorial look. In fact, a single source of light […]
If you’ve worked with flash, you know you can choose its power yourself or let the camera do it for you. By setting the flash power manually, you gain complete control over the exposure. And by using the automatic mode (TTL), you let the camera do the heavy lifting. Each of these modes has certain […]
The background that you use during a studio shoot plays an important role in generating mood and interest. Photographers invest a good deal of their time and resources in choosing their background. But sometimes, the most creative of backgrounds can come from readily available resources. Photographer Gavin Hoey from Adorama shares a simple background idea […]
Camera manufacturers are constantly coming up with new, ostensibly better iterations of their products. But in reality, the upgrades can be marginal. That’s because it’s not just the camera body that you should worry about—you’d be surprised how a simple lighting upgrade can drastically improve your images. In this video, photographer Pye Jirsa with AdoramaTV explains […]
Inspiration can sometimes have unexpected sources. While sometimes it can be really difficult to come by creative ideas, other times it can come around from something like….a projector. Well that’s exactly what photographer Henbu took inspiration from this time around. Let’s join him in this video as he shares some cool results he was able […]
A flash may just be a piece of equipment that provides additional light for your photos, but there are some technicalities involved too. This is why you need to be careful with your shutter speed when working with flash. In this video, photographer Gavin Hoey from Adorama explains everything you need to know about flash sync […]
When working with flash, the first thing you do is ensure that no light except the flash affects the image. This is essential for you to have full control over light and to avoid undesirable results that often come from mixing types of light. However, with planning, you can still get great results even with […]
Not all photographers are lucky enough to own a full-fledged studio. While some rent studios, others make do with a small home studio in the basement or spare room. If you fall in the latter category, photographer Gavin Hoey from Adorama has just the right tutorial for you. In this video, he walks through how […]
If you’re a dog owner and a photographer, it’s natural for you to want to have some amazing portraits of your pup. But puppies aren’t known to be cooperative photo subjects. They’re fidgety, at best, and that’s why these tips from Lee Morris come in very handy: Limit Movement Some puppies have a tendency to move away from the […]
When used creatively, even a simple household mirror can help you create intriguing images. Photographer Gavin Hoey from Adorama explains how you can work with mirrors to create stunning reflection portraits: Preparing the Mirror Hoey uses a normal household glass mirror removed from its frame. The bigger the mirror, the better. For safety reasons, make […]
