What the hell is a kicker? What’s a key light? The names photographers use for studio lights.
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Everyone has a name for every position where they place a flash on location and in the studio. But not everyone agrees on every name and this jargon can be sort of confusing.
TRIGGER WARNING BOKEHOLICS: Three reasons why prime lenses are not just for bokeh.
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In today’s video we’re gonna talk about why prime lenses are not just for bokeh.
How photographers can use histograms to nail their exposure
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A histogram is a graph that depicts your image’s brightness when you review photos on the back of your camera or computer.
B&W Lighting Tutorial – Use multiple lights to create maximum contrast so your portraits stand out!
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After upgrading to the Canon EOS R5 I ran into problems in Lightroom Classic so I decided to try Capture One. So far I am loving the results. This video will compare and contrast the two programs from my perspective as a commercial studio photographer.
How to set up the Hasselblad X1D II 50C medium format mirrorless for studio portrait photography
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I tested Hasselblad’s 50MP mirorrless camera in the studio and put it though its paces for about a month. Here is how I set it up.