lighting

Use These Tips to Master Backlighting and Make Every Shot Magical

Nov 21, 2025 Alex Baker

Backlighting is one of those techniques that can instantly elevate a photograph from ‘meh’ to ‘yeah’. Backlighting can play a role in improving your photo…



amaran Ray Series: Next-Gen Full-Color COB Lights for Creators

Nov 19, 2025 Alysa Gavilan

Discover amaran’s Ray series, a next-gen line of full-color COB lights offering high output, accurate color, and versatile workflow features for photographers, videographers, and content creators



How You Can Build a Portable Lighting Kit on a Budget

Nov 13, 2025 Alysa Gavilan

Learn how to build a portable lighting kit on a budget! Discover affordable lights, diffusers, and gear to master lighting anywhere without overspending.



This Simple Lighting Tip Will Make Your Photos and Videos Look Cinematic

Nov 11, 2025 Alex Baker

Lighting is what separates a flat, forgettable image from one that feels alive. You can have the best camera in the world, but if the…



The Low Light Photography Trick Every Pro Knows

Sep 14, 2025 Anzalna Siddiqui

As photographers, we’re always trying to capture that ideal shot. But when the sun sets or we’re in a poorly lit area, it often feels…



3 Easy Lighting Setups That Make Your B&W Editorial Portraits Stand Out

Aug 20, 2025 Anzalna Siddiqui

Have you ever seen a beautiful black and white portrait and wondered, “How did they achieve that?” It’s not only about the subject in the…



Quick Guide to Soft Lighting: How to Get Dreamy, Flattering Shots Anywhere

Aug 19, 2025 Darlene Lleno

Master soft lighting techniques to create professional, flattering portraits using household items, natural light, and simple equipment. This comprehensive guide shows you how to achieve dreamy results anywhere without expensive gear.



Lighting the Way: Why We’re Turning Our Ebook Into a Paid Product (And What’s Next for DIY Photography)

Jun 11, 2025 Billy Cristal

Over the past year, more than 30,000 photographers have downloaded our Advanced Lighting ebook. That number blows us away. What started as a simple guide…



How to Make a DIY Softbox: A Guide for Photographers

Jun 1, 2025 Dunja Đuđić Kalinin

There are many creative and budget-friendly ways to learn how to make DIY softbox lighting for your home studio. Not only are softboxes among the…



DIY Photography Lighting: Light Modifiers and Tricks to Make at Home

May 26, 2025 Dunja Đuđić Kalinin

Photography is all about light, be it natural or artificial. And when we speak of artificial lighting, you’re in full control there, with softboxes, reflectors,…