Lighting Tips

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Lighting is a cornerstone of cinematography and video production, shaping the mood, tone, and visual storytelling of a scene. One of the most versatile lighting tools every creator should use is the scrim. In t...

Jewelry Photography Made Easy: A Comparison Using LED Light vs. Natural Light

Team Westcott

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Come with us into the home of Kaitlin, jewelry designer and owner of Kait Noelle Custom Fine Jewelry, where photographer Jennifer Beachy put her skills to work taking product photos for Kaitlin’s Etsy store. In...

3 Techniques to Control Natural Light for Better Portraits

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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...

How to Capture Stunning Wide-Angle Portraits On Location

Eli Infante

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Capture Stunning Wide-Angle Portraits On Location Go behind the scenes with Westcott Top Pro Photographer Eli Infante as he shoots wide-angle portraits at Marblehead Lighthouse in Ohio. In this video, he cov...

Elevate Your Maternity Portraits: Expert Posing and Lighting Tips

Karen Dominguez

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Crafting compelling and vibrant maternity portraits is a blend of art, technique, and understanding the essence of capturing the beauty of pregnancy. With a surge in demand for maternity photography, photograph...

Getting Creative with Cosmetic Product Photography

Taylor Brumfield

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Getting Started With Product Photography In this video, product, and beauty photographer, Taylor Brumfield discusses some of her favorite approaches, tips, and tricks for photographers starting in product phot...

Sony Alpha 9 III & Maximizing Your Flash with Global Shutter

Team Westcott

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In this video, beauty portrait photographer, Ashley Boring goes hands-on with the Sony a9iii and the FJ Wireless Flash System to show how to maximize your flash with a global shutter camera. Ashley begins by...

Photo Masking Techniques: Unlocking Studio-Quality Portraits without Green Screen using FJ400 Masking Mode

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In this video, Top Pro and Sports Photographer, Matt Hernandez breaks down how to use the masking mode function on the FJ Wireless System. Using the FJ400 Strobe, Rapid Box Switch Octa-M, and the Rapid Box Swit...

High Fashion Maternity Portraits

Karen Dominguez

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In our latest video, we dive deep into the art of maternity portrait photography with a high-fashion twist! In this video, Karen Dominguez shows the transformative power of lighting to elevate your maternity ...

Three Ways To Use A Speedlight For Stunning Portraits

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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...

Capturing Commercial Portraits with LEDs

Jonathan Thorpe

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In this engaging video, Jonathan Thorpe shares key tips on commercial portrait lighting, perfect for improving your photography skills. Thorpe, with his rich experience in the industry, guides you step-by-step ...

Stylish Cosmetic Portrait Photography | Behind the Scenes

Taylor Brumfield

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In this video, Top Pro and Beauty Photographer Taylor Brumfield expertly guides you through the intricate process of preparing for a cosmetics portrait campaign. With a keen eye for detail and a wealth of exper...

How to Find Outdoor Locations for Dramatic Portraits

Eli Infante

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In photography, the choice of location can dramatically transform a simple portrait into a compelling piece of art. For photographers, especially those specializing in flash photography and on-location portrait...

How To Quickly Capture Gorgeous Bridal Portraits On Location

Jermaine Horton

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In this video, Top Pro Wedding Photographer Jermaine Horton shows his tips and tricks for quickly getting dynamic and powerful bridal portraits on location. His lighting setup consists of the portable FJ200 str...

Tips for Shooting Senior Portraits in Harsh Sunlight

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In this video, Westcott Top Pro @MattHernandez breaks down how to take portraits in harsh sunlight on a football field. He lights the scene using two FJ400 strobes with the 24" Beauty Dish and 45-Degree Deep Fo...

How to Light Glasses & Cocktails

Steve Hansen

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In this video, award-winning photographer, director, and CGI artist Steve Hansen breaks down his approach to lighting cocktails and other beverages. Using the FJ400, the FlexiGels, and the Optical Spot by Linds...

How To Take Team Portraits Outdoors

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In this video, Top Pro and Sports Photographer Matt Hernandez breaks down how to take outdoor team portraits in full sun. Using the FJ400 flash with the 45-Degree Deep Focus Reflector, the 7-Foot Silver Interio...

How to Capture Dramatic Portraits with High-Speed Sync

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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...

How To Take Stunning Senior Portraits!

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In this video, Top Pro Matt Hernandez breaks down some of his go-to tips and tricks for capturing portraits of high-school seniors. Matt is using the FJ400 Strobe, FJx3m Trigger and 24" Beauty Dish Switch Switc...

Learn How To Capture Beautiful Earth Tones In Your Portraits