Bowens

Bowens really is back – and they’re made by Godox

Feb 20, 2019 Jake Hicks

For those of you that are unaware, a couple of weeks ago, U.K. online photography retailer WEX photographic, quietly announced that Bowens was coming back….



Bowens is back from the dead, and they’ve brought a 500Ws Lithium Ion powered TTL strobe with them

Jan 31, 2019 John Aldred

When we first heard that Bowens was going into liquidation, and then the official announcement that came a few days later, it was the end…



Another photography giant fatality – Bowens International going into liquidation

Jul 14, 2017 John Aldred

Just over one year ago, Bowens along with Calumet were snapped up by investment company Aurelius. At that time, their press release waxed lyrical about…



Here are 6 Photography companies who are in the UK

Jun 26, 2016 Udi Tirosh

The ballot is done and U.K. are leaving the EU. Yea Brexit is full on. I am not really sure what will happen to our friends in…



10 Different Lighting Setups Using A single Light And A Single Softbox

Nov 2, 2015 Udi Tirosh

Many times photographers think they are held back by lack of gear. However, having just one strobe and one softbox is more than you need…



Thinking different – a couple of distinctive creative lighting techniques to try

Sep 30, 2015 Glenn Norwood

I always love playing with light, creating new techniques or finding a new gadget to help my images stand out from the crowd. I also…



Creating A Midday Sun In The Studio – A Lighting Tutorial

Aug 26, 2015 Glenn Norwood

As we know, shooting in harsh sunlight at midday is a portrait photographers nightmare! But, it can produce a very striking and edgy look thats fantastic….



The Versatile Beauty Dish – My Favourite Lighting Patterns

Aug 10, 2015 Glenn Norwood

Most folks will be fairly familiar with the Beauty Dish and its usefulness in both fashion and general portraiture. In this tutorial I would like…