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Pro Lighting Tips for Nighttime Portraits

03/17/2026

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For many photographers, the setting sun signals the end of a shoot, but for Ray Alvarez, it’s when the real magic begins. Nighttime offers a unique canvas of glowing streetlights and deep shadows that you just...

Strobe vs. Sunlight: Pro Secrets for Natural-Looking Flash Portraits

Eli Infante

02/21/2026

Lighting Tips

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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...

How to Use Reflectors for Better Natural Light Portraits

Niah Aldrich

02/16/2026

Lighting Tips

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Have you ever arrived at a beautiful outdoor location only to find the sun is working against you? Whether it’s harsh raccoon eyes at high noon or a background that is way brighter than your subject, lighting...

How to Find Outdoor Locations for Dramatic Portraits

Eli Infante

10/27/2023

Lighting Tips

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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...

How to Use a Speedlight for Portraits

Ashley Boring

01/24/2023

Lighting Tips

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There are a lot of great benefits to using a speedlight on camera. It's a quick and easy way to add light to your scene. Using a speedlight on camera is ideal for situations where you are constantly on the...

Bruce Dorn: Portraits with Speedlites

4 Essential Portrait Lighting Patterns

Pro Lighting Tips for Nighttime Portraits

5 Creative Beauty Lighting Techniques

Strobe vs. Sunlight: Pro Secrets for Natural-Looking Flash Portraits

How to Use Reflectors for Better Natural Light Portraits

How to Create a Mirrored Lighting Effect In-Camera

Understanding a Beauty Dish

The Best Holiday Gifts for Photographers in 2025

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

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

Pro Lighting Tips for Nighttime Portraits

Strobe vs. Sunlight: Pro Secrets for Natural-Looking Flash Portraits

How to Use Reflectors for Better Natural Light Portraits

How to Find Outdoor Locations for Dramatic Portraits

How to Use a Speedlight for Portraits

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