Using Haze & a Beauty Dish to Capture Dramatic Sports Photography

45º/45º Lighting

Creating Beauty Lighting with Scrim

A Conversation with Boudoir Photographer and Breast Cancer Survivor Jen Rozenbaum

Improving Wedding Prep Photography with Portable Lighting

Easy Lighting Setups for Boudoir Photography

Creating Cinematic Sports Photography

Behind the Scenes with the Flex Drum Softbox

Behind the Scenes with the Flex China Cube

Creating a Sports Hype Video

Fashion Photography with Octaboxes

How to Capture Pro Boudoir Photography with Natural Light

Capturing Dramatic Portraits with a Beauty Dish

Team Portrait Posing Tips

Essential Tips for Shooting Engagement Photos with Speedlites

Using Flex LEDs as Practicals for Cinematic Shots

Essential Loop Lighting Technique for Speedlite Shooters

The Importance of Capturing Quality Detail Shots

Pro Food Photography on a Budget

Capturing Unique Outdoor Engagement Portraits with Flash

Creating Modern Portraits with a Deep Umbrella

Sports and senior photography Matt Hernandez has a knack for creating dramatic and eye-catching sports photography. For this senior sports shoot, Matt decided to use a few simple tricks to transform the boring ...

Team Westcott

Lighting Tips

This article is courtesy of San Fransisco-based editorial and lifestyle photographer Jay Watson. I remember a few things from my high school photography instructor, and although he said I had the worst case ...

Jerry Ghionis

Lighting Tips

When working in the studio, celebrated wedding photographer Jerry Ghionis uses the scrim to create beautiful beauty lighting. Invented over 20 years ago, the Scrim Jim system has evolved to become a go-to light...

Jen Rozenbaum

Lighting Tips

Video and images courtesy of Jen Rozenbaum. Jennifer Rozenbaum is the founder of Jenerations, New York’s premier boudoir photography studio. Her artistic background lends an almost sixth sense when it comes ...

Bob Davis

Lighting Tips

In this two-part tutorial, professional wedding photographer Bob Davis discusses how to improve wedding preparation shots (for both brides and grooms) with surprisingly portable lighting setups. By adding just ...

2-Light Boudoir Photography Behind the Scenes

Jen Rozenbaum

Lighting Tips

When shooting boudoir photography, having a go-to lighting setup is key to flattering your subjects. A simple 2-light setup allows photographers to use shadows and highlights to accentuate bone structure, build...

Matt Hernandez

Lighting Tips

Matt Hernandez began his career as an award-winning graphic artist in his home state of Kentucky. After discovering a passion for photography, Matt combined his experience in design with his appreciate of sport...

Behind the Scenes with Flex Drum Softbox

Jem Schofield

Lighting Tips

In this behind the scenes look, filmmaker and producer Jem Schofield offers an overview of the Flex Drum Softbox. The Flex Drum is an awesome new solution for filmmakers and cinematographers looking to create ...

Flex Collapsible China Cube - Behind the Scenes

Jem Schofield

Lighting Tips

In this behind the scenes look, filmmaker and producer Jem Schofield offers an overview of the Flex Cube modifier. The is an awesome new solution for filmmakers and cinematographers looking to create soft ove...

Matt Hernandez

Lighting Tips

Renowned sports photographer Matt Hernandez has always had an interest in shooting video. When the coach of local McCracken County High School football team mentioned a need for a hype video, Matt seized the op...

Jerry Ghionis

Lighting Tips

Octabanks (or octaboxes) are one of the most popular styles of light modifiers. These large octagonal softboxes are an awesome tool for creating soft, even lighting in the studio. While shooting in his home st...

Jen Rozenbaum

Lighting Tips

Boudoir photography is often captured in a studio or home with artificial lighting. But when windows are available and the sun is shining, boudoir photographers can take advantage of natural light. While daylig...

Joel Grimes

Lighting Tips

Joel Grimes is renowned for creating clean and dramatic portraits. In this video, Joel demonstrates his two favorite dramatic portrait setups. These are both created with a strobe that is softened and directed ...

Matt Hernandez

Lighting Tips

Posing just a single subject can be difficult, let alone an entire sports team. Talented sports and senior photographer Matt Hernandez has perfected team and group shots with these quick portrait posing tips. ...

Zach Gray

Lighting Tips

Shooting engagement photos midday at the Red Rock Amphitheater in Colorado, Zach Gray knows that he'll need to use speedlites to properly expose his subjects and their stunning background. Zach also knows that ...

Team Westcott

Lighting Tips, Reviews

Kyle Johnston, KJ Creative director and filmmaker, recently embarked on a project to capture the history and essence of craft distilleries. While preparing for the shoot, Kyle recognised the need to have lighti...

Team Westcott

Lighting Tips

Loop lighting is an essential lighting technique for portrait photographers. It is easy to create with just a single light source and is flattering on most subjects. This lighting pattern will create a shadow t...

Team Westcott

Lighting Tips

Images courtesy of Toledo-based photographer Brooks Clayton of Swatch Studios. Photographing a wedding is stressful. Photographers are pressured to capture every precious candid moment and still find the tim...

Team Westcott

Lighting Tips

Photographing food is a fantastic way for budding photographers to build their portfolios, master studio lighting, and perfect their styling abilities. Even photographers without studios or pricey lighting gear...

Zach Gray

Lighting Tips

To capture eye-catching engagement portraits , photographer Zach Gray heads to a sunny open field with a stunning backdrop. With the Flatiron mountains in the distance, Zach wants to focus on his beautiful subj...

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Team Westcott

Lighting Tips

This article is courtesy of Atlanta-based portrait photographer and designer Alex D. Rogers. Whenever the situation allows, I love to use a simple one-light setup for portraits and fashion shoots. It’s a quick...