Fundamentals
The Academy with John Gress
Fundamentals
Member Exclusive: 4 – Studio Hardware – A-Clamps
If you have ever looked at a behind the scenes photo or walked down the isle in a camera store and wondered, what is...
Member Exclusive: 3 – Studio Hardware – Magic Arms
If you have ever looked at a behind the scenes photo or walked down the isle in a camera store and wondered, what is...
Member Exclusive: 2 – Studio Hardware – Super Clamps
If you have ever looked at a behind the scenes photo or walked down the isle in a camera store and wondered, what is...
Member Exclusive: 1 – Studio Hardware – Grip Heads
If you have ever looked at a behind the scenes photo or walked down the isle in a camera store and wondered, what is...
5 Lighting Concepts Every Photographer Should Master
5 Lighting Concepts Every Photographer Should Master
Lighting 101 – Three Point Lighting Tutorial
In this video I walk you through 3-Point Lighting and surprise 4-point lighting!. Covering Key, Fill, edge / kicker and hair lights.
How to Freeze Motion In the Studio Using Flash
Action freezing examples include a dancer jumping and long hair blowing with a fan as we examine flash duration and how much you need...
ReadyLightMedia va. JohnGressMedia Photo Critique: Fashion & portrait photography tips
So I sat down with professional photographer and lighting expert Jeff Carpenter (of Ready Light Media fame), to go over 5 images from multiple...
Why you should tether plus troubleshooting in C1 and Lightroom Classic
Whether you’re a commercial photographer, a headshot photographer or just trying to perfect your lighting in the studio, tethering is a great way to...
How I overcame major challenges and setbacks to become a successful commercial photographer
When I was 14 year's old I wanted to be a lawyer or a naval officer and then I borrowed my mom's camera and...
Why I did a 180 when it comes to using a tripod for studio portrait photography
Slowing down and being deliberate can be the key to improving your work and precision framing can reduce time wasted in post.
How many watt-seconds do you need for portrait photography?
In today's video I explore how many watt seconds you may need in each situation so that you can make the right choice when...
