How I made it through the Great Recession as a photographer
During the 2008-2010 Great Recession, 50% of my business disappeared and to fill the time I practiced my lighting by working with aspiring models, which transformed my life and greatly improved my skill level. If it wasn’t for this hardship, I wouldn’t be where I am today. As we head into similar circumstances, I would encourage everyone to work on whatever they have been putting off, because if you put in the work during this time, you will emerge stronger than before you ever heard of Covid-19.
Makeup basics for male models of all skin tones
Using makeup will even out a subject’s skin tone, and reduce reflected light which may make them look oily or sweaty. Plus it will streamline your retouching process.
Why I love Aputure’s LED 120D and 300D lights for video
When I started shooting video I had to use fluorescent banks & giant hot lights. But when I replaced everything with LEDs, I could light like a photographer again!
Light Years: How my Lighting Gear Evolved Over Time
Over the course of my career I have used White Lightning, Elinchrom, Alien Bees and Profoto lights. I wanted to share with you today why I switched and what I learned along the way.
Hair Photographer in Chicago and video digital marketing campaign with Mill Latina USA
Beauty photographer in Chicago and videographer John Gress created a digital marketing campaign for Namaste Labs and their ORS Black Olive Oil line. The project consisted of step-by-step video tutorials and portraits of Miss Latina USA Stefany Jacobo after her hair was styled with the ORS products.