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How to Scout the Perfect Photography Location

How to Scout the Perfect Photography Location

Jul 5, 2016 | Locations, Photography, Planning a shoot, Resources, Tips & tutorials

Before you read any further, please note that this post is a repost from Contrastly. I am NOT the author of this post – I am simply sharing valuable information that I personally have found useful and would like to share it with my fellow photographers and in...

How to organise a mass photoshoot (in under 2 weeks)

May 13, 2016 | Behind the scenes, Photoshop, Planning a shoot, Resources, Tips & tutorials

Before you read any further, please note that this post is a repost from DIY Photography. I am NOT the author of this post – I am simply sharing valuable information that I personally have found useful and would like to share it with my fellow photographers and...

How To Develop Your Own Unique Style of Photography

Apr 13, 2016 | Photography, Resources, Tips & tutorials

As a photographer, few things are more important than your signature style. Your signature style is your defining mark on your photography – your own unique perspective that you share with the world. Capturing photos in a way that reflects your own style and creative...

Creative Lighting – part 2

Apr 11, 2016 | Gear, Lighting, Photography, Resources, Speedlights, Tips & tutorials

How do we view reality? How contrast sparks our interest I have for years pondered how to render 3 dimensions on to 2 dimensional walls and surfaces, or how to add greater topographical richness to predictable lighted interior landscapes. © Benjamin Kanarek Our brain,...

CREATE BIG LIGHT FROM SMALL FLASHES WITH A CHINESE LANTERN PAPER LAMP SHADE

Apr 4, 2016 | DIY, Gear, Lighting, Photography, Resources, Speedlights, Tips & tutorials

Speedlights often go hand in hand with shooting portraits on the street, especially at night, but small flashes have one big issue.  Due to their size, they often give very hard, harsh and unflattering light, especially if you’re forced to use one on the hotshoe....

TIP – ATTACHING BATTERY PACK TO A LIGHT STAND

Apr 1, 2016 | DIY, Gear, Lighting, Photography, Resources, Tips & tutorials

Just got this quick tip from photographer Andy Manis. It may seem trivial, but I love it nonetheless. If any of you use the Paul C. Buff Vagabond Mini battery pack (definitely worth the money), here is an easy way to attach the pack to a light stand by using the strap...
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