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Lighting Breakdown: How to Film a Corporate Video

Team Westcott
Lighting Tips
1178

How to Create Light Trails for Dynamic Portraits

Jaison Sterling
Lighting Tips
1468

Full Lighting Breakdown: High Aperture Portraits

Ian Spanier
Lighting Tips
1949
Woman with blonde hair in a black jacket staring off

Creating Cinematic Night Portraits | Lighting Guide

Jerry Ghionis
Lighting Tips
1648

Storytelling with Light 

Joel Grimes
Lighting Tips
1454

5 Creative Features of the FJ800 and FJ400 II

Ashley Boring
Lighting Tips
955
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...

Creative Mask: How to Get More Looks in Less Time 

Team Westcott
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Wish you could deliver more variety without constantly tweaking your lights? Creative Mask makes it possible in seconds.  In this video, Brandon from Westcott shows you how he captured 36 unique looks in und...

Creative Lighting Techniques for Indoor Sports Portraits

Jaison Sterling
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Looking to capture powerful, dramatic sports portraits? You’ve come to the right place! Photographer Jaison Sterling, of Rock Town Media, shot a volleyball-themed photo session at Elmwood High School and came a...

Portable Portrait Lighting On Location

Will Cadena
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Portable flash systems are game-changers for photographers who want flexibility, control, and professional-quality lighting on location. Whether you’re shooting portraits, fashion, or creative setups, understan...

Mastering Difficult Lighting Situations with the FJ800 Strobe

Joel Grimes
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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 might be. Photographer Joel Grimes takes us through two amazing ...
Family portrait using FJ400 strobe

Capturing Generational Family Portraits with Off-Camera Flash

Michele Celentano
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Photographing family portraits, especially across multiple generations, brings both rewards and challenges. In this session, photographer Michele Celentano shares her approach to capturing a four-generation fam...

Pro Tips for Large Family Portraits: Lighting & Posing Group Photos

Michele Celentano
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Photographing large families, especially with young children, can be one of the most challenging tasks for any photographer. However, with the right techniques, you can turn this challenge into an opportunity t...

Flash Power vs. Portability: Comparing FJ400 & FJ200 Strobes

Ashley Boring
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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...

Mastering Flash Photography: 5 Lighting Principles for Beginners

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Photography is often described as painting with light, and for good reason—light is the foundation of every photograph. Whether you’re shooting in natural light or using artificial sources like flash, understan...

Mastering Family Portraits: Pro Tips Posing, Lighting, and Location Scouting

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Family photography is a beautiful way to capture precious moments that families will cherish for generations. However, it presents unique challenges, from posing large groups to working in varied lighting condi...

Master Light Control: A Guide to Using Scrims on Set

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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

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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

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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

Matt Hernandez
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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

Ashley Boring
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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 ...
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