Fundamentals

The Academy with John Gress

Fundamentals

03/07/2022
Fundamentals

How long does a studio need to be for full length portraits?

People often ask me how much space you need for a studio. So in today's video I will test out how much depth you...

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02/19/2022
Exclusive Training Videos , Fundamentals

Member Exclusive: 5 – Studio Hardware – Apple Boxes

If you have ever looked at a behind the scenes photo or walked down the isle in a camera store and wondered, what is...

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02/18/2022
Exclusive Training Videos , 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...

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02/17/2022
Exclusive Training Videos , Fundamentals

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...

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02/09/2022
Exclusive Training Videos , Fundamentals

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...

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02/02/2022
Exclusive Training Videos , Fundamentals

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...

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5 Lighting Concepts Every Photographer Should Master
01/07/2022
Fundamentals , Lighting Technique

5 Lighting Concepts Every Photographer Should Master

5 Lighting Concepts Every Photographer Should Master

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In this video I walk you through 3-Point Lighting and surprise 4-point lighting!. Covering Key, Fill, edge / kicker and hair lights.
11/06/2021
Fundamentals , Lighting Technique

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.

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Action freezing examples include a dancer jumping and long hair blowing with a fan as we examine flash duration and how much you need to overpower the ambient light to freeze action in the studio or on location
10/30/2021
Fundamentals , Lighting Technique

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...

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09/23/2021
Exclusive Training Videos , Fundamentals , Lighting Technique , Posing

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...

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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 elevate your work, keep your clients happy and increase sales.
09/11/2021
Fundamentals , Gear

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...

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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 went to summer camp. Having that point-and-shoot in my hands gave me a reason to walk up to new people and make friends, something I couldn't do at my school because the die was cast for this poor and overweight kid. I quickly realized photography was for me and I set out to make it my career, overcoming some big hurdles along the way as I transitioned from photojournalism to become a commercial photographer.
09/03/2021
Business , Fundamentals

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...

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