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PROJECTION TRICKS TO MAKE THE MOST OUT OF A SMALL STUDIO

Mar 30, 2017 | DIY, Gear, Lighting, Photography, Special Effects, Speedlights, 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 in...

How to photograph portraits at f1.4 with Studio Strobes

Jul 14, 2016 | Creative photography, Gear, Photography, Special Effects, Speedlights, Tips & tutorials

Before you read any further, please note that this post is a repost from FStoppers. 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 doing so,...

HOW TO TAKE GHOSTED PORTRAITS USING A MIX OF GELLED LIGHTS AND STROBES

Apr 26, 2016 | Creative photography, Gear, Lighting, Photography, Special Effects, Speedlights, Tips & tutorials

Some people prefer to use continuous light and some prefer strobes, but if you combine the two you get a certain kind of magic. The continuous light gives you the smearing effect you would get from dragging the shutter, while the strobe will freeze the action....

THE STROBISTRIP – SLIMMEST SPEEDLIGHT STRIP LIGHT ADAPTER AND IT’S COLLAPSIBLE

Apr 21, 2016 | Gear, Lighting, Photography, Speedlights

Strip lights have become quite popular over the last couple of years, and we’ve seen numerous options released compatible with both speedlights, as well for continuous light. The StrobiStrip from Strobius presents something unique, not seen in these types of light...

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....

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