Essential Loop Lighting Technique for Speedlite Shooters
Loop lighting is an essential lighting technique for portrait photographers. It is easy to create with just a single light source and is flattering on most subjects.
Controlling Harsh Sunlight for Glamorous Beach Portraits
Beaches are a common location choice for photo shoots. They're beautiful, accessible, and offer plenty of sunlight. Sometimes, a little too much sunlight.
How to Freeze Motion for Eye-Catching Food Photography
Want to capture food photographs that will stand out from all the rest? Instead of capturing the typical overhead still shot, you can deconstruct your dish or add some movement to your image for results that...
Mastering the Art of Green Screen
Implementing the art of green screen (or blue screen) into your video productions can be extremely useful. Background composites aren't just for sci-fi scenes or exotic locations - they are useful in common...
Underexposing the Sky for Dramatic Portraits
Kentucky sports and senior portrait photographer Matt Hernandez is known for capturing dramatic senior portraits with relatively simple lighting setups.
Wedding Photography on a Budget
For wedding photographers, nothing is more important than using gear that is both portable and easy to use. Wedding photographers are constantly on the move and always need to be ready to capture those special...
How to Create Environmental Food Photography
Seattle-based photographer Steve Hansen has a knack for creating food images that pop. Standard food photography is often times flat and lifeless, with minimal props and color.
The Essential Guide To Photography Backdrops
Selecting backdrops is one of the easiest ways to add personality and style to your studio photography and videos. Whether you are shooting portraits or products, the backdrop behind your subject can make or...
Light Painting for Product Photography
Whether you are photographing products for a client or taking photos to sell your crafts or goods online, lighting is an essential tool for capturing quality images.
Ad Campaign Photography (Part 1)
In part 1 of this ad campaign tutorial, talented photographer Lou Freeman discusses the dos and don’ts of a commercial photo shoot.
Pet Photography 101
In this video, Team Westcott joins the Toledo Area Humane Society to teach photographers and shelters how to capture professional-quality pet photography.
2 Ways to Reduce Lens Flare
In this video, commercial photographer Joel Grimes demonstrates 2 simple solutions for reducing lens flare during in-studio and on-location portraiture. Lens flare is an issue most photographers encounter.
Realistic Composite Editing in Photoshop
In part 1 of this 2 part series, Adobe Creative expert and photographer Dave Cross demonstrates how to use studio lighting for a composite image.
Reflecting Natural Light for Senior Portraits with the Omega Reflector
Capturing professional senior portraits doesn't require expensive lighting equipment, especially when your client wants to shoot on location.
Creative Lighting for Food Photography
Seattle-based food photographer Steve Hansen shows photographers how to use creative lighting for professional food photography in this video tutorial.
Lighting for Beginners: Off-Camera Flash
In this video, photography educator Erin Manning discusses camera settings and lighting for beginners looking to capture quality studio portraits.
How to Capture a Shallow Depth of Field in Sunlight
Many photographers struggle with overpowering the sun when shooting on bright days. This becomes even more difficult when a shallow depth of field is desired.
The Basics of Off-Camera Flash for Portraits
Oregon-based senior portrait photographer Alycia White created this tutorial to help budding photographers make the transition to off-camera flash.
The Essential Guide to Photo Reflectors
Reflectors are the most basic and essential lighting tool for photographers. In this in-depth guide, Team Westcott discusses the basics of photo reflectors, fabric colors and sizes, and when to use them.
Food Photography Lighting in Tight Spaces
Seattle-based commercial photographer Steve Hansen shows us the essentials food photography lighting for tight or confined spaces in this tutorial.
How to Modify Bright Backgrounds with a Scrim Net
Have you ever had trouble shooting in full sun? It's often hard to know if you should be exposing for your subject's face or for the stunning and bright background behind them.