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Getting Started with Newborn Photography | Lighting & Posing Tips

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Pro Desk Lighting Setup for Content Creators

Jerry Ghionis
10/29/2025
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Julie Gayler
10/21/2025
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Cinematic Lighting for Documentary Interviews

Shanyn Fiske
10/13/2025
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10/03/2025
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Pet Photography Tips & Posing Tricks

Adam Goldberg
05/20/2022
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Pet Photographer Adam Goldberg has a long-standing background in pet photography. In this video, Adam shares his go-to posing tips and breaks down...

Colorful & Creative Lighting for Portraits

Ashley Boring
05/19/2022
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In this lighting breakdown, photographer Ashley Boring works with a colorful three-light setup using portable flashes and the for a portrait shoot.
Portait Photo With FJ400 Closer And 6x6 Scrim

Comparing Light Patterns Using Scrim Jim Cine Diffusion

Ashley Boring
05/10/2022
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Scrims are often considered one of the most versatile modifiers. Because they have convenient removable fabric, scrims can be used as a diffuser, a...
Optical Spot by Lindsay Adler with a blue/violet gel on key light and a yellow/orange gel on the backlight

The Power of Color Theory in Photography with Lindsay Adler

Lindsay Adler
04/29/2022
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In this video, professional portrait and fashion photographer Lindsay Adler discusses the power of color theory and how she implements color theory...
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3 Ways to Use a Beauty Dish Switch by Manny Ortiz

Manny Ortiz
04/26/2022
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In this video, portrait photographer Manny Ortiz breaks down three ways to use the Westcott 36” Beauty Dish Switch.

Getting Creative with White Balance

Ashley Boring
02/11/2022
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Top Pro Photographer, Ashley Boring has an incredible eye for stylizing portraits. In this tutorial, she creates two very unique portraits by...

Create Depth and Control Light with Softbox Grids

Ashley Boring
01/28/2022
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In this video, Top Pro Ashley Boring breaks down the benefits of using softbox grids to help you create more impactful images and deeper shadows.

Behind the Scenes of Three Unique Portrait Looks

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Top Pro Photographer Ashley Boring is known for her creative and stylized portraits. Using very different lighting setups, she takes us behind the...
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Using the Sun as a Backlight on Location with the FJ200

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11/01/2021
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Knowing how and when to use the sun as a backlight for portrait photography is a useful technique to know, especially when working on location.
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Capturing Portraits Using the New 36″ Beauty Dish Switch By Manny Ortiz

Manny Ortiz
10/05/2021
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Chicago based portrait photographer, Manny Ortiz, has an eye for capturing photos using different focal lengths.
BTS of the FJ400's, deep focus reflector and FJ80 inside the prism

Stylized Portraits Using the FJ Wireless Flash System

Ashley Boring
10/01/2021
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Stylized portrait shoots open the door for photographers to really use their creativity. In this tutorial with Top Pro and Westcott’s in-house...

Single Light Portraits On Location Using HSS & FJ200 Strobe

Eli Infante
09/21/2021
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Inspired by the landscape in his native region of the Rio Grande Valley, Top Pro Photographer Eli Infante loves to capture scenes with unique...

Lighting Model Portfolio Portraits Outdoors with Ian Spanier

Ian Spanier
09/02/2021
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Top Pro Photographer Ian Spanier has spent many years shooting on-location and capturing strong images that tell a story.

The Importance of Shelter Pet Photography with Adam Goldberg

Adam Goldberg
08/25/2021
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Tampa Bay Pet Photographer Adam Goldberg discovered his passion for photography when he began capturing images of shelter pets in 2013.

Creating a Sense of Environment with the Optical Spot by Lindsay Adler

Lindsay Adler
08/16/2021
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Creating textures and patterns of light on your subject or a blank surface can add new life to your photos.
BTS with 43 Inch Umbrella

Easy Tips to Create 3 Unique Looks in 1 Photo Shoot – Lighting Gear Breakdown

Ashley Boring
07/28/2021
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Are you looking to create multiple different shots in one photo shoot? In this tutorial, photographer and Top Pro, Ashley Boring, guides you through...
Eyelighter with Deep Umbrella

Portrait Lighting Tips to Avoiding Glare in Glasses

Ashley Boring
07/23/2021
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When photographing subjects that are wearing glasses, you often run into the issue of capturing a glare off the lens.

Stepping Out Of Your Comfort Zone As A Photographer

Ashley Boring
06/24/2021
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Your comfort zone provides you with a lot of great values when you’re in the groove of progress and success. It’s safe. It’s reliable.

Go-To Composition & Lighting Tips for Outdoor Portraits Using The FJ200

Eli Infante
06/16/2021
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Evaluating the setup for your photo shoot involves a lot of technical details, including light placement and control, as well as the overall...

Beauty Dish Vs FJ200 Reflector

Ashley Boring
05/06/2021
Lighting Tips
8668
Most strobes come with a small metal reflector to help you control and modify your light. It helps direct light output more than using a bare bulb,...

Making On-Camera Flash Look Natural Using the FJ80

Ashley Boring
03/30/2021
Lighting Tips
7815
In this video, Westcott’s in-house photographer, Ashley Boring discusses the many reasons why a photographer might want to make on camera flash look...
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