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Thinking Outside The Box: Creative Use For A Speedlight And Pack Of Gel Filters

Nov 18, 2014 Tiffany Mueller

Gels are common tools to use when you want to change the temperature of your light or add color to white backgrounds. but they can…



How To Shoot A Watch Using One Light And All The DIY Gear In The World

Nov 10, 2014 Laya Gerlock

I’ve never been a fan of watches, normally I just use my cellphone if I need to check the time. My girlfriend, on the other hand,…



How To Build A DIY Eyelighter

Nov 7, 2014 Udi Tirosh

I’m always looking to add new light modifiers to my home studio but name brand products are often too expensive. I still cannot justifies a…



How To Build And Use A DIY Scrim (Made From A Portable Clothes Hanger)

Nov 3, 2014 Laya Gerlock

I have been planning around trying to build a DIY scrim for about a month now but couldn’t think of a frame where I could start…



How I Shot This Light Painting Photo In Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kyoto, Japan

Oct 31, 2014 Ilko Allexandroff

The location for this light painting shoot is one of the most famous tourist spots in Kyoto, the Fushimi Inari Shrine. It is famous for its endless…



Check Out The Awesome Makeup In This Epic Self Portrait Project: 31 Days Of Halloween

Oct 28, 2014 Tiffany Mueller

For most of us, the hardest part about committing to a portrait project is coming up with new and creative photos day in and day…



Photographing The Movement Of Dancers Using Speedlights And Long Exposure

Oct 26, 2014 Tiffany Mueller

Photographer, Phillip McCordall, has put together a great video tutorial explaining the how he uses a combination of studio lighting, slow shutter speeds, and rear…



Portrait Lighting Tips: Fine Tune Your Look By Adjusting Light Positioning

Oct 22, 2014 Tiffany Mueller

When it comes to portrait lighting, Joel Grimes abides by some basic principles to achieve just the look he is going for. But, while those…



Can DIY Modifiers Compete Against Pro Grade Modifiers?

Oct 15, 2014 Laya Gerlock

Last week I wrote about why you would want to do a DIY photography project, but can it match up to pro gear? Challenge… Accepted! This…



How To Photograph On A White Background Using Two Lights; Plus A Useful Bonus Editing Tip

Oct 3, 2014 Tiffany Mueller

In the video tutorial below, Gavin Hoey tackles an issue many photographers new to shooting on white backgrounds are faced with–white backgrounds that look grey…