How to Make Flash Look Natural in Outdoor Portraits
Mark Behrens and Steve Batz of Panoptic Photography are known for taking portraits that look effortless and natural, even when flash is used.
3 Creative Ways to Use Gels in Portrait Photography
When you want to capture bold, dramatic portraits, gels unlock a world of creative possibilities.
Getting Started in Volume Photography
Sheryl Bashore has built a proven system that keeps sessions organized, stress-free, and profitable while giving families photos they’ll treasure.
Creating Cinematic Portraits with LED Continuous Light
When Ian Spanier sets out to create a dramatic portrait, he looks to the sun for inspiration, shaping studio lighting the way nature shapes light.
Creating Dramatic Portraits with One Light
Few photographers use light to shape mood and drama quite like Joel Grimes, and his top-down approach is a perfect example.
Getting Started with Studio Lighting
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...
Portrait Lighting & Posing Techniques: An In-Depth Tutorial Guide with Jerry Ghionis
Over the course of 60 minutes, this lighting tutorial will show how Jerry sculpts light with the Ice Light 3, draws out emotion through subtle...
Creating Moody Portraits: Studio Lighting Breakdown
Westcott photographer Ashley Boring shares how she transformed a simple studio into a warm, painterly environment using just a few props, carefully...
Transform Any Space into a Studio: Sports Portrait Lighting with Jaison Sterling
When it comes to creating dynamic portraits of athletes, you don’t need a fancy studio, just smart lighting and a good game plan.
How to Simulate Sunlight in Studio Photography
Joel Grimes breaks down one of his go-to studio setups using just two lights to mimic the feel of natural sun.
Lighting Breakdown: How to Film a Corporate Video
Westcott videographer Jacob Schoonover shows how he tackled a commercial shoot for a local business using constant lights, portable light modifiers,...
How to Create Light Trails for Dynamic Portraits
Jaison Sterling of Rock Town Media set out to feature dynamic light trails and motion blur in this shoot using a mix of strobes and continuous...
Full Lighting Breakdown: High Aperture Portraits
Photographer Ian Spanier takes us behind the scenes for a deep dive into how he captures studio portraits using high apertures.
Creating Cinematic Night Portraits | Lighting Guide
Capturing cinematic night portraits is all about using light, atmosphere, and composition to create something special.
Storytelling with Light
Photographer Joel Grimes is a master at using lighting to create compelling narratives. His recent photo shoot at Simpson Ranch in Wickenburg,...
5 Creative Features of the FJ800 and FJ400 II
If you love pushing creative boundaries, the FJ Wireless System offers much more than just TTL and HSS.
Creative Mask: How to Get More Looks in Less Time
Wish you could deliver more variety without constantly tweaking your lights? Creative Mask makes it possible in seconds.
Creative Lighting Techniques for Indoor Sports Portraits
Looking to capture powerful, dramatic sports portraits? You’ve come to the right place! Photographer Jaison Sterling, of Rock Town Media, shot a...
Portable Portrait Lighting On Location
Portable flash systems are game-changers for photographers who want flexibility, control, and professional-quality lighting on location.
Mastering Difficult Lighting Situations with the FJ800 Strobe
In this guide, we’ll explore how you can control light exposure while keeping sharp detail and contrast—no matter how tricky the light conditions...
Capturing Generational Family Portraits with Off-Camera Flash
Photographing family portraits, especially across multiple generations, brings both rewards and challenges.