Lighting Tips

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In the Elite Photographic Studio near Detroit, Michigan, Team Westcott goes behind the scenes with renowned photographer Jim Schmelzer to talk studio portraiture with the . During this shoot, Jim's studio is s...

Photographing Children with the Pocket Box

Erin Manning

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Professional photography educator Erin Manning takes the Pocket Box Max modifier for a spin while photographing children at the Toledo Zoo. Constructed with the same materials as larger softboxes, Westcott Basi...

Environmental Portraiture with Andrew Tomasino

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This article is courtesy of Pennsylvanian portrait photographer Andrew Tomasino. When I’m not photographing I take part in a new passion of mine; Jiu Jitsu. In specific, 10th Planet J...

Behind-The-Scenes with Rick Nunn

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The following article is courtesy of English portrait photographer Rick Nunn. She and I spent a few days at the cabin in the woods over the weekend. In between coffee on the balcony & trips to the beach, ...

Lighting and Post-Production for a Dramatic Headshot

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Utilizing a 3-point light setup in studio allows portrait photographers to effectively control the highlights and shadows on his or her subject and background. For this dramatic headshot, New Jersey photographe...

Mixing Available Light with Artificial Light

Rick Sammon

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Westcott Top Pro Rick Sammon is not only a renowned photographer, but is also the author of over 36 books, winning both the Golden Light Award and the Ben Franklin Award. A talented educator, Rick is the leader...

Balancing Sunlight with Terry White

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With over 20 years of experience in the industry, author and educator Terry White takes a photo shoot outside of his Detroit studio to demonstrate the best practices of balancing sunlight for portraits. Sunligh...

Improving your Portraits using the Westcott Eyelighter

Dave Cross

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Top Pro Elite Photographer Dave Cross has been photographing and educating photographers for over 25 years. In this video, Dave covers how to improve portrait photography with the simple addition of the Westco...

Outdoor Portraiture in Bad Weather

Bob Davis

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Chicago portrait and wedding photographer Bob Davis is a 25 year veteran of photography, specializing in speedlite shooting. Here, Bob utilizes speedlites modified with the Perfect Portrait Kit to capture beaut...

Lighting for Fashion with the Ice Light

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When shooting portraiture, it is often easiest to shoot with continuous lighting. Continuous lighting allows photographers to visualize their final image as they are shooting, giving the ability to adjust camer...

Clamshell Lighting with the Skylux

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Clamshell lighting is a popular among portrait and beauty photographers. By using two light sources, one directed down onto a subject's face and one directed up toward a subject's face , a photographer can elim...

Inspired Photography with George Deloache

George DeLoache

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Westcott Top Pro Elite George Deloache discusses his lighting set up behind this Prince-inspired photo shoot with the Strobelite Plus: A few months ago, I had the opportunity to acquire a new studio space in a...

Modern Beauty Photography with Lou Freeman

Lou Freeman

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Lou Freeman has practiced the art of fashion, glamour, fine interior and product photography for three decades. Her clients are among the most respected and recognized names in America and Europe. Her work is b...

Andrew Tomasino - Family Portraits Final 1

Outdoor Family Portraits

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Nikon D600, Sigma 35 “Art” lens, ISO 100, 1/200 @ F8 For this blog I wanted to focus on something that everyone can get behind and has most likely been asked to photograp...

Shooting in Harsh Sunlight

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Any good landscape photographer will tell you that you’ll get the best results if you’re up, out, and ready to shoot as the sun is coming up or as the sun is going down. Middle of the day is probably the absolu...

In Studio with Joel Grime - Final Image 3

In Studio with Joel Grimes

Joel Grimes

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Westcott Top Pro Elite photographer Joel Grimes has worked as commercial and advertising professional for over 26 years. Specializing in bold, eye-catching photography, Joel has been the recipient of a variety ...

Behind The Scenes: Fashion Photography with Clay Cook

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Go behind-the-scenes of this fashion photography editorial shoot with photographer Clay Cook and Westcott's new 59" Zeppelin Deep Parabolic light modifier. Introduced to the market in early 2014, the Zeppe...

Behind The Scenes with Hernan Rodriguez

Hernan Rodriguez

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When I saw the Zepplin showcased at this year’s WPPI Convention, my creative juices began brewing on what project I could create to give this bad-boy a run. As I unpacked my Zepplin, just by looking at the silv...

Capturing Impressive Senior Portraits

Matt Hernandez

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Westcott Top Pro photographer Matt Hernandez discusses the features and benefits of the Rapid Box XXL while shooting sports-themed senior portraits in this latest review. With quick set-up and a lightweight fra...

Product Photography from Home with Erin Manning

Erin Manning