Tag:photography

Realtor headshots in Chicago

John 07/22/2022
Headshots

I created these realtor headshots for Betancourt Reality in Chicago’s Humbolt Park neighborhood.

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ReadyLightMedia va. JohnGressMedia Photo Critique: Fashion & portrait photography tips

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

So I sat down with professional photographer and lighting expert Jeff Carpenter (of Ready Light Media fame), to go over 5 images from multiple genres (submitted by their makers) to give suggestions on how the photos could be improved.

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Member Exclusive: Speaking at and attending WPPI 2021 in Las Vegas

John 08/22/2021
Business / Exclusive Training Videos / Lighting Technique

In this VLOG I take you along with me to this year’s convention in Las Vegas, including taking you behind-the-scenes and introducing you to some of my dear friends.

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Softlight V. Hard light, breaking down 5 lighting setups in the photo studio

John 07/04/2021
Lighting Technique

There are two main approaches you can take in the studio, or on location. And which lane you choose will have a huge impact on the outcome of your images. You could choose to emulate window light, or you could choose to simulate sunlight.

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11 must haves that every photo studio needs!

John 06/18/2021
Gear

11 Studio must haves, oops I forgot about a clothing rack, steamer and speaker.

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