studio photography Archives — Westcott University

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If you’ve ever felt unsure where to begin with studio lighting, you’re not alone. In fact, one of the most common questions Westcott photographer Ashley Boring hears is, “How do I start using flash?” In this be...

Creating Moody Portraits: Studio Lighting Breakdown

Ashley Boring

Lighting Tips

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When it comes to studio photography, one of the most powerful tools you have is the ability to create a scene, even in a blank studio space. In this video, photographer Ashley Boring shares how she transformed ...

How to Simulate Sunlight in Studio Photography

Joel Grimes

Lighting Tips

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Want to capture that bold, hard sunlight look without having to rely on the weather? In this video, photographer Joel Grimes breaks down one of his go-to studio setups using just two lights to mimic the feel of...

High Fashion Maternity Portraits

Karen Dominguez

Lighting Tips

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In our latest video, we dive deep into the art of maternity portrait photography with a high-fashion twist! In this video, Karen Dominguez shows the transformative power of lighting to elevate your maternity ...

How to Create Depth with Color Gels on the Pro Light Mods

James Quantz, Jr.

Lighting Tips

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In this video, James Quantz uses color gels and Pro Light Mods to create depth and contrast in this photo shoot. Pro Light Mods are designed to fit the Westcott Rapid Box Switch and third-party softboxes. The ...

Two Ways to Use Gels In Studio

Ashley Boring

Lighting Tips

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In this video, Ashley Boring breaks down two setups using gels on your strobe. Using the FlexiGels for the FJ400 strobe, she captures creative portraits in studio! Learn how Ashley uses the FJ400's front a...

How to Create Window Light in Studio

Ashley Boring

Gear Guides

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In this video, Ashley Boring walks you through her process of creating window light in studio. Using two 5'x7' X-Drop backdrops and modified flash, she is able to achieve a photograph that mimics the lighting a...

Create Depth and Control Light with Softbox Grids

Ashley Boring

Lighting Tips

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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. A common way to use grids is to isolate your subject from the...

BTS of the FJ400's, deep focus reflector and FJ80 inside the prism

Stylized Portraits Using the FJ Wireless Flash System

Ashley Boring

Lighting Tips

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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 photographer, Ashley Boring, we’ll watch her breakdown a playful di...

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

Lindsay Adler

Lighting Tips

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Creating textures and patterns of light on your subject or a blank surface can add new life to your photos. If you’re looking to step out of your comfort zone and mundane routine of shooting on plain solid back...

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

Ashley Boring

Lighting Tips

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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 the lighting breakdown of three different looks from a floral...

Portrait Lighting Tips to Avoiding Glare in Glasses

Ashley Boring

Lighting Tips

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When photographing subjects that are wearing glasses, you often run into the issue of capturing a glare off the lens. In this tutorial, photographer Ashley Boring walks you through avoiding unwanted glare when ...

On Location with the Rapid Box Beauty Dish

Enhancing Window Light Portraits with Flash

Cinematic Lighting for Documentary Interviews

How to Make Flash Look Natural in Outdoor Portraits

3 Creative Ways to Use Gels in Portrait Photography

Getting Started in Volume Photography

Creating Cinematic Portraits with LED Continuous Lighting

5 Ways to Use the Scrim Jim DP Kit

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

Capturing Product Photography With The DigiTent Light Tent

Getting Started with Studio Lighting

Creating Moody Portraits: Studio Lighting Breakdown

How to Simulate Sunlight in Studio Photography

High Fashion Maternity Portraits

How to Create Depth with Color Gels on the Pro Light Mods

Two Ways to Use Gels In Studio

How to Create Window Light in Studio

Create Depth and Control Light with Softbox Grids

Stylized Portraits Using the FJ Wireless Flash System

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

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

Portrait Lighting Tips to Avoiding Glare in Glasses

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