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Improve your still and motion photography with top-notch lighting tutorials, videos, and articles by some of the industry’s most influential filmmakers and photographers.

How to Get More Portrait Looks from One Location

Manny Ortiz
08/26/2026
Lighting Tips
1220

3 Ways to Use a Speedlight for Wedding Photography

Michelle Harris
08/18/2026
Lighting Tips
1470

Lighting Breakdown: Better Outdoor Portraits with One Compact Flash

Audrey Woulard
08/06/2026
Lighting Tips
1701

How to Create Dramatic Action Sports Portraits with Flash

Dani Mack
07/10/2026
Lighting Tips
1473

How to Transform Any Wall into a Colorful Portrait Background

Ray Alvarez
06/11/2026
Lighting Tips
1379
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Getting Started in Volume Photography

Sheryl Bashore
09/15/2025
Lighting Tips
1948
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

Ian Spanier
08/22/2025
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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

Joel Grimes
08/15/2025
Lighting Tips
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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

Ashley Boring
08/06/2025
Lighting Tips
1998
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

Jerry Ghionis
07/14/2025
Lighting Tips
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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

Ashley Boring
06/19/2025
Lighting Tips
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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

Jaison Sterling
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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
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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

Jacob Schoonover
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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
04/15/2025
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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

Ian Spanier
04/04/2025
Lighting Tips
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Photographer Ian Spanier takes us behind the scenes for a deep dive into how he captures studio portraits using high apertures.
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Creating Cinematic Night Portraits | Lighting Guide

Jerry Ghionis
03/21/2025
Lighting Tips
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Capturing cinematic night portraits is all about using light, atmosphere, and composition to create something special.

Storytelling with Light 

Joel Grimes
03/06/2025
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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

Ashley Boring
02/20/2025
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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 

Team Westcott
02/05/2025
Lighting Tips
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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

Jaison Sterling
01/30/2025
Lighting Tips
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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...

Portable Portrait Lighting On Location

Will Cadena
01/24/2025
Lighting Tips
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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

Joel Grimes
01/16/2025
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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...
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Capturing Generational Family Portraits with Off-Camera Flash

Michele Celentano
10/24/2024
Lighting Tips
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Photographing family portraits, especially across multiple generations, brings both rewards and challenges.

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

Michele Celentano
09/11/2024
Lighting Tips
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Photographing large families, especially with young children, can be one of the most challenging tasks for any photographer.

Flash Power vs. Portability: Comparing FJ400 & FJ200 Strobes

Ashley Boring
08/26/2024
Lighting Tips
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Choosing the right off-camera flash can significantly impact the quality and efficiency of your photography.
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