on location Archives — Westcott University https://westcottu.com/topic/on-location Lighting Education for Photographers and Filmmakers Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:05:14 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://westcottu.com/wp-content/uploads/icon-university.png on location Archives — Westcott University https://westcottu.com/topic/on-location 32 32 How to Get More Portrait Looks from One Location https://westcottu.com/how-to-get-more-portrait-looks-from-one-location Wed, 26 Aug 2026 20:55:51 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=157727 Ever find yourself stuck on location, staring at a single spot and wondering how to pull off more than one decent shot? You don’t need a massive set or ten location changes to build a dynamic portfolio, you just need a fresh perspective and reliable light. Photographer Manny Ortiz teamed up with Westcott to show […]

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]]> 157727 Lighting Breakdown: Better Outdoor Portraits with One Compact Flash https://westcottu.com/lighting-breakdown-better-outdoor-portraits-with-one-compact-flash Thu, 06 Aug 2026 10:04:14 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=157643 Ever feel like bringing off-camera flash onto a busy street location is just too much hassle? Between heavy equipment, rapidly changing daylight, and crowded sidewalks, outdoor portrait lighting can quickly feel overwhelming. Chicago-based portrait photographer Audrey Woulard shows us that location lighting does not have to be complicated. In this quick shoot, Audrey takes a […]

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]]> 157643 Strobe vs. Sunlight: Pro Secrets for Natural-Looking Flash Portraits https://westcottu.com/strobe-vs-sunlight-pro-secrets-for-natural-looking-flash-portraits Sat, 21 Feb 2026 16:28:32 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=157406 Have you ever found the perfect location, only to realize the harsh midday sun is ruining your shot? Many photographers shy away from using a strobe outdoors because they’re afraid it will look fake or unnatural. In this guide, professional portrait photographer Eli Infante walks us through how he uses the and the to create […]

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]]> 157406 Mastering Golden Hour Portraits with Off-Camera Flash https://westcottu.com/mastering-golden-hour-portraits-with-off-camera-flash Fri, 21 Nov 2025 13:19:31 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=157194 Mastering Golden Hour Portraits with Off-Camera Flash Golden hour is famous for its warm, flattering glow. It’s soft, it’s dreamy, and it naturally makes portraits look better. But even with beautiful natural light, challenges still pop up. Backgrounds can blow out, shadows can get muddy, and once the sun drops, that magical glow disappears fast. […]

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]]> 157194 How to Capture Stunning Wide-Angle Portraits On Location https://westcottu.com/how-to-capture-stunning-wide-angle-portraits-on-location Fri, 22 Mar 2024 16:52:45 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=156128 Capture Stunning Wide-Angle Portraits On Location   Go behind the scenes with Westcott Top Pro Photographer Eli Infante as he shoots wide-angle portraits at Marblehead Lighthouse in Ohio. In this video, he covers the importance of using flash photography with high-speed sync and gives tips for using wide-angle lenses when working on location.  Understanding Wide-Angle […]

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]]> 156128 How to Find Outdoor Locations for Dramatic Portraits https://westcottu.com/how-to-find-outdoor-locations-for-dramatic-portraits Fri, 27 Oct 2023 14:54:41 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=155984 In photography, the choice of location can dramatically transform a simple portrait into a compelling piece of art. For photographers, especially those specializing in flash photography and on-location portraits, understanding how to select and utilize outdoor locations is crucial. In this video, Eli Infante goes over exactly what he is looking for when choosing his […]

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]]> 155984 How To Quickly Capture Gorgeous Bridal Portraits On Location https://westcottu.com/how-to-quickly-capture-gorgeous-bridal-portraits-on-location Fri, 20 Oct 2023 14:11:17 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=155980 In this video, Top Pro Wedding Photographer Jermaine Horton shows his tips and tricks for quickly getting dynamic and powerful bridal portraits on location. His lighting setup consists of the portable FJ200 strobe mounted on the ProGrip 2 and modified using the 24″ Beauty Dish by Joel Grimes. Lighting Gear in Action

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]]> 155980 The Best Lighting Modifiers for On-Location Photography https://westcottu.com/the-best-lighting-modifiers-for-on-location-photography Wed, 26 Jul 2023 01:09:25 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=155917 In this video, in-house photographer and Top Pro portrait photographer Ashley Boring shows how lighting on location can be quick and easy with the right tools! She takes us behind the scenes using the portable FJ200 Strobe and FJ-X3m Trigger. Her modifiers are also ultra-portable and affordable options for on-location, including the Apollo Orb (43″) Halo Softbox, Rapid […]

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]]> 155917 Retro Photo Shoot using High-Speed Sync with the FJ-X3 Trigger https://westcottu.com/retro-photo-shoot-using-high-speed-sync-with-the-fj-x3-trigger Thu, 13 Oct 2022 14:14:01 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=155749 In this video, Top Pro Eli Infante walks you through a retro-themed photo shoot using the FJ-X3 Trigger. At this on-location portrait shoot, Eli demonstrates how quick and convenient communicating with an FJ Wireless Flash is with the FJ-X3 wireless trigger. For this outdoor setup, Eli is using an modified with a . Eli wants […]

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]]> 155749 Taking Your Photo Studio On-Location https://westcottu.com/taking-your-photo-studio-on-location Tue, 30 Aug 2022 18:07:42 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=155732 In this video, Ashley Boring walks you through a creative on-location photoshoot bringing her studio setup outdoors. Inspired by floral themed shoots, Ashley captures unique portraits in a natural park. Pre-planning the On-Location Shoot The first step to every shoot is pre-planning. Ashley’s vision is to bring her studio outside for a hybrid photo on […]

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]]> 155732 4 Pin-Up Portraits using Portable Flash Photography https://westcottu.com/capturing-4-shots-with-portable-flash-photography Fri, 19 Aug 2022 17:19:58 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=155711 In this video, Top Pro Eli Infante travels all the way from Texas to capture vintage portrait photography in Bowling Green, Ohio. Go behind the scenes to learn about helpful gear and some lighting tips for on-location photography. When you’re photographing on-location, having a compact and portable lighting setup is ideal. For this outdoor setup, […]

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]]> 155711 5 Quick Tips for Capturing Night Portraits https://westcottu.com/5-quick-tips-for-capturing-night-portraits Fri, 12 Aug 2022 14:45:58 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=155690 Portrait photography at night can be tricky, especially when balancing the ambient light with off-camera flash. Here are a few quick tips to easily accomplish on-location lighting at night. Tip One: Examine the Place and Time Shooting night portraits in a city is vastly different than shooting in a remote location since both provide different […]

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]]> 155690 Lighting Dynamic Portraits for an Album Cover https://westcottu.com/lighting-dynamic-portraits-for-an-album-cover Thu, 04 Aug 2022 14:44:24 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=155681 Portable On-Location Setups for Portrait Photography In this video, Top Pro Ian Spanier captures seamless portraits on-location using a two-light setup and the portable X-Drop Pro backdrop system. Ian works with singer/songwriter Travis Howard to capture a dynamic flash photography portrait for his album cover. His lighting setup includes two FJ400 400W strobes. For the […]

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]]> 155681 Blending Flash with Ambient Light https://westcottu.com/blending-flash-with-ambient-light Thu, 28 Jul 2022 13:58:57 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=155674 Portable Flash Setups for Portrait Photography In this portrait photography video, Ian Spanier uses portable lighting for on-location photography to blend his flash with ambient light. When you’re photographing on-location, having a compact and portable lighting setup is ideal for traveling. For this studio setup, Ian is using an FJ200 off-camera flash modified with a […]

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]]> 155674 Beauty Dish Vs FJ200 Reflector https://westcottu.com/beauty-dish-vs-fj200-reflector Thu, 06 May 2021 18:47:33 +0000 https://westcottu.com/?p=153304 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, but using this reflector will give you hard light that often does not look natural especially when shooting outdoors. Since the sun can be a relatively soft light […]

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