Joao Carlos, Author at Westcott University

I was recently in the south of France teaching a workshop to a group of professional photographers. I prepared a class about shooting in natural light and controlling the Sun. This is the best way to understand...

In-Studio with Joao Carlos and the Ice Light

Joao Carlos

Lighting Tips

This article is courtesy of Westcott Top Pro photographer Joao Carlos. You can read the full article and see more of Joao Carlos' portrait photography on his website. For my second proper shoot with ...

On Location with Joao Carlos and the Ice Light

Joao Carlos

Lighting Tips, Reviews

Renowned fashion photographer Joao Carlos was able to use the Westcott Ice Light for the first time during this photo shoot for Rangefinder Magazine. Shooting on-location at night in a Parisian square, Joao nee...

Black-and-White Action Shot Lighting Setup

Joao Carlos

Lighting Tips

Black-and-White Action shot by photographer João Carlos using a The Medium Scrim Jim Kit is a useful photography tool that allows photographers to diffuse, reflect, cut down, or completely block light. Wit...

Tribute to Hollywood Divas

Joao Carlos

Lighting Tips

Joao Carlos writes, "I was commissioned in January by the fabulous team at Noble Salon and Sebastian Hair Products to shoot a series of images inspired by Hollywood Divas. Everyone at Noble was involved - from ...

Using Natural Light Outdoors for a Romantic Concept Shoot

Joao Carlos

Lighting Tips

In these works, Portugal-based fashion photographer Joâo Carlos pairs the literature of love tragedies through the ages with these stunning outdoor fashion portraits. These images have a composition and balance...

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In-Studio with Joao Carlos and the Ice Light

On Location with Joao Carlos and the Ice Light

Black-and-White Action Shot Lighting Setup

Tribute to Hollywood Divas

Using Natural Light Outdoors for a Romantic Concept Shoot

Westcott Top Pro Joao Carlos