Octabank Archives — Westcott University

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Jerry Ghionis is widely regarded as one of the top wedding and portrait photographers in the world. Based in both Melbourne and Beverly Hills, Jerry has developed a successful career based on his unique ability...

Octabank vs. Deep Parabolic Softbox Lighting

Jerry Ghionis

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Jerry Ghionis is widely regarded as one of the top portrait photographers in the world. His creativity and ability to capture the natural magic of individuals allows others to see the powerful visual story tell...

Fashion Photography with Octaboxes

Jerry Ghionis

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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...

Choosing the Right Light Modifier with Joel Grimes

Joel Grimes

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Both new photographers and experienced professionals often question which light modifier is the best choice for each and every photo shoot. World-renowned commercial photographer Joel Grimes has been working in...

Environmental Portraiture with Andrew Tomasino

Team Westcott

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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...

Lighting and Post-Production for a Dramatic Headshot

Team Westcott

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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...

The Art of Portrait Photography: Part 2

Michael Corsentino

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Executive & Business Portraits In this executive portrait the goal is the same but the approach is more subdued, formal and professional in nature. The look and feel for any portrait? is generally dete...

Large Octabank Alternatives for Portability

Erik Valind

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Most photographers love Octabanks. The light quality if amazing! Unfortunately, they are not easy on the wallet or easy to transport either. Usually rather heavy, they require a specific speed-ring to use with ...

Joel Grimes’ Dramatic Composites with Blake Griffin

Joel Grimes

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When renowned Canon Explorer of Light Joel Grimes photographed Detroit Piston's basketball star Blake Griffin, he knew he wanted to create a grungy, dramatic set of images despite their pretty standard gym loca...

Balancing Sunlight with the LunaGrip

Storytelling with Light

5 Creative Features of the FJ800 and FJ400 II

Creative Mask: How to Get More Looks in Less Time

Creative Lighting Techniques for Indoor Sports Portraits

Portable Portrait Lighting On Location

Mastering Difficult Lighting Situations with the FJ800 Strobe

Erik Valind Showcases The Scrim Jim

Easy Portrait Lighting Setups with One, Two, and Three Lights

How to Create Window Light in Studio

Square Softboxes vs Octa Softboxes

Portrait Lighting in Challenging Locations with Ian Spanier

High-Speed Sync Portraits in Full Sun Using the FJ200 Strobe

Capturing Product Photography With The DigiTent Light Tent

Creating Glamorous High-Key Portraits with Jerry Ghionis

Octabank vs. Deep Parabolic Softbox Lighting

Fashion Photography with Octaboxes

Choosing the Right Light Modifier with Joel Grimes

Environmental Portraiture with Andrew Tomasino

Lighting and Post-Production for a Dramatic Headshot

The Art of Portrait Photography: Part 2

Large Octabank Alternatives for Portability

Joel Grimes’ Dramatic Composites with Blake Griffin

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