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Westcott Top Pro Ashley Boring

Ashley Boring

Westcott Top Pro

Ashley’s love for photography started at a young age. Her devotion to photography grew stronger when she decided she wanted to go to college, and these days she creates images for product photography but also creates marketing and educational content to help other photographers build their skills.

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Three creative treatments with color gels

3 Creative Ways to Use Gels in Portrait Photography

Ashley Boring
Lighting Tips
889
When you want to capture bold, dramatic portraits, gels unlock a world of creative possibilities. Few tools are as effective or as fun for transforming the mood of an image. In this session, Westcott Top Pro As...

Getting Started with Studio Lighting

Ashley Boring
Lighting Tips
1221
If you’ve ever felt unsure where to begin with studio lighting, you’re not alone. In fact, one of the most common questions Westcott photographer Ashley Boring hears is, “How do I start using flash?” In this be...

Creating Moody Portraits: Studio Lighting Breakdown

Ashley Boring
Lighting Tips
2524
When it comes to studio photography, one of the most powerful tools you have is the ability to create a scene, even in a blank studio space. In this video, photographer Ashley Boring shares how she transformed ...

5 Creative Features of the FJ800 and FJ400 II

Ashley Boring
Lighting Tips
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If you love pushing creative boundaries, the FJ Wireless System offers much more than just TTL and HSS. In this video, photographer Ashley Boring from Westcott reveals some lesser-known—but super powerful—featu...

Flash Power vs. Portability: Comparing FJ400 & FJ200 Strobes

Ashley Boring
Lighting Tips
3551
Choosing the right off-camera flash can significantly impact the quality and efficiency of your photography. Whether you're capturing portraits in a studio, shooting portraits on location, or covering events, t...

3 Techniques to Control Natural Light for Better Portraits

Ashley Boring
Lighting Tips
4183
Natural light, while beautiful, can be unpredictable and challenging for portrait photographers. Whether you're a professional or an enthusiast, learning to control the intensity and direction of sunlight can s...

Easy Portrait Lighting Setups with One, Two, and Three Lights

Ashley Boring
Gear Guides
2356
Join @heyashleyboring from Westcott as she masterfully guides you through the art of portrait lighting in our latest video, "Easy Portrait Lighting Setups with One, Two, and Three Lights." Delve into the world ...

Three Ways To Use A Speedlight For Stunning Portraits

Ashley Boring
Lighting Tips
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In portrait photography, mastering lighting is crucial. Speedlights offer a valuable boost to natural light, enhancing portrait quality. In this video, Ashley Boring demonstrates three speedlight techniques...

How to Capture Dramatic Portraits with High-Speed Sync

Ashley Boring
Lighting Tips
4844
In this video, portrait photographer Ashley Boring goes on location to show how High-Speed-Sync on the FJ200 can help create some incredible portraits. Along with the strobe, she is using the Rapid Box Switch O...

Learn How To Capture Beautiful Earth Tones In Your Portraits

Ashley Boring
Lighting Tips
3326
In this video, Top Pro portrait photographer Ashley Boring breaks down a recent photo session where she captured earth tone portraits. Ashley works with FJ200 Strobe and FJ-X3m Trigger. She is also using the Me...

The Best Lighting Modifiers for On-Location Photography

Ashley Boring
Lighting Tips
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In this video, in-house photographer and Top Pro portrait photographer Ashley Boring shows how lighting on location can be quick and easy with the right tools! She takes us behind the scenes using the portable ...

Two Ways to Use Gels In Studio

Ashley Boring
Lighting Tips
3453
In this video, Ashley Boring breaks down two setups using gels on your strobe. Using the FlexiGels for the FJ400 strobe, she captures creative portraits in studio! Learn how Ashley uses the FJ400's front a...

How to Easily Control the Light and Color Tone on Your Backdrop

Ashley Boring
Lighting Tips
3727
Photographer Ashley Boring explains how to use the Inverse Square Law to control the color shade of her backdrop. Take a deeper look into the video to see how the shade of the backdrop changes with the light 3 ...
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How to Use a Speedlight for Portraits

Ashley Boring
Lighting Tips
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There are a lot of great benefits to using a speedlight  on camera. It's a quick and easy way to add light to your scene. Using a speedlight on camera is ideal for situations where you are constantly on the mov...

How to Create Window Light in Studio

Ashley Boring
Gear Guides
5106
In this video, Ashley Boring walks you through her process of creating window light in studio. Using two 5'x7' X-Drop backdrops and modified flash, she is able to achieve a photograph that mimics the lighting a...

Square Softboxes vs Octa Softboxes

Ashley Boring
Gear Guides, Lighting Tips
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In this video, Ashley Boring explains the difference between photographing with an Octa softbox and square softbox using the Rapid Box Switch series. Lighting Gear in Action ...

Taking Your Photo Studio On-Location

Ashley Boring
Lighting Tips
5359
In this video, Ashley Boring walks you through a creative on-location photoshoot bringing her studio setup outdoors. Inspired by floral themed shoots, Ashley captures unique portraits in a natural park. Pre-...
FJ80 Speedlight Off Camera Night Portrait

5 Quick Tips for Capturing Night Portraits

Ashley Boring
Lighting Tips
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Portrait photography at night can be tricky, especially when balancing the ambient light with off-camera flash. Here are a few quick tips to easily accomplish on-location lighting at night. Tip One: Examine th...
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How to Photograph Beauty Portraits Using the Eyelighter 3

Ashley Boring
Lighting Tips
5971
Photographing Single Light Portraits with the Eyelighter 3's Three Reflective Surfaces In this video, Ashley Boring walks you through a single-light portrait photography shoot using the Eyelighter 3. She demon...
indoor portrait photography blending artificial lighting with ambient light

How to Balance Flash With Ambient Light for Portraits

Ashley Boring
Lighting Tips
7342
Blending Ambient Light and Flash Indoors and Outdoors Lighting for both indoor and outdoor portrait photography doesn't have to be complicated. In fact, the lighting can be very similar with the correct exposu...

Colorful & Creative Lighting for Portraits

Ashley Boring
Lighting Tips
5242
In this lighting breakdown, photographer Ashley Boring works with a colorful three-light setup using portable flashes and the for a portrait shoot. In collaboration with her model, the shoot is designed to mim...
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