strobe photography Archives — Westcott University

How to Get More Portrait Looks from One Location

08/26/2026

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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...

How to Pose and Light a Bridal Party (Even in Harsh Sun!)

Andre Brown

05/14/2026

Lighting Tips

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Capturing the perfect wedding party portrait can be one of the most stressful parts of a wedding day. You have a large group of people, a tight schedule, and lighting that doesn’t always want to cooperate.

Mastering Golden Hour Portraits with Off-Camera Flash

Julie Gayler

11/21/2025

Lighting Tips

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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.

Enhancing Window Light Portraits with Flash

Julie Gayler

10/21/2025

Lighting Tips

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Window light has a timeless beauty that portrait photographers love, but it’s also unpredictable. Westcott Top Pro Photographer Julie Gayler of Little Rock, Arkansas, shows how to take control of that...

Three creative treatments with color gels

3 Creative Ways to Use Gels in Portrait Photography

Ashley Boring

09/26/2025

Lighting Tips

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When you want to capture bold, dramatic portraits, gels unlock a world of creative possibilities. Few tools are as effective or as fun for transforming the mood of an image.

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

Eli Infante

06/16/2021

Lighting Tips

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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 composition of the photo.

Capturing Dramatic Portraits with a Beauty Dish

How to Make Wedding Portraits Stand Out in Grand Venues

5 Creative Ways to Use a V-Flat to Elevate Your Lighting

2 Ways to Create Colorful Portraits: RGB vs Flash

How to Get More Portrait Looks from One Location

3 Ways to Use a Speedlight for Wedding Photography

Lighting Breakdown: Better Outdoor Portraits with One Compact Flash

Square Softboxes vs Octa Softboxes

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

How to Create Window Light in Studio

Portrait Lighting in Challenging Locations

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

Capturing Product Photography With The DigiTent Light Tent

Improve Your Lighting During Video Calls at Home Using the Ring Light Kit

How to Get More Portrait Looks from One Location

How to Pose and Light a Bridal Party (Even in Harsh Sun!)

Mastering Golden Hour Portraits with Off-Camera Flash

Enhancing Window Light Portraits with Flash

3 Creative Ways to Use Gels in Portrait Photography

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

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