As a photographer specializing in modern beauty portraiture, diffused natural window light has been my go to light source for the past eight years and has helped define my style. What makes the Aurora TERA-D 59 Parabolic Softbox combined the Aurora Fusion F-900 studio flash work for me is the […]
A car is a reflection of our social, economic and psychological psyche. It is a statement, a time capsule, of history. At interior auto shows, special models are placed on pedestals like goddesses, draped in spectacular lighting and roped off from the goggle-eyed masses. What is so frustrating is the […]
WITH VANGUARD PROFESSIONAL UROS PODLOGAR >> LEARN MORE ABOUT UROS Long exposure photography produces stunning photos. It imparts a feeling of movement and mystique in photos. No special or expensive photo gear is needed for long exposure photography. It is a demanding, although not the most demanding type of photography. The […]
BY VANGUARD PROFESSIONAL LEVI SIM I know, I know: you can’t possibly use a tripod in portraiture because you’re moving around too much, and reframing, and chasing kids, and it’ll just get in the way and slow you down. I’ve heard all the reasons before, and I used to say […]
Why is Colour Important with Flash? Most photographers, after they have added a couple of lenses, will invest in a Flash – also known as a Speedlight – for their camera. There are many advantages to adding a flash to your camera bag. This series of articles will help you […]
This is a topic I am asked about quite often not only in the classroom but out in the field, especially by those who are relatively new to photography with little computer experience. This does not have to be complicated (and it can be) but it is more in the […]
What Shape of Flash Modifier Do I Need? Most photographers, after they have added a couple of lenses, will invest in a Flash – also known as a Speedlight for their camera. There are many advantages to adding a Flash to your camera bag. This series of articles will help […]
If you think shooting indoors was challenging – read Shooting Sports Part 1 in PHOTONews Spring 2015 – wait until you go outside where you have absolutely no control over your shooting conditions at all. If you are lucky, the temperature will be warm, the sun will be shining and […]
With the introduction of lenses like the Tamron 150-600 F/5-6.3 VC more people than ever before are using long telephoto lenses. Sometimes they’re disappointed with their initial results when using these lenses hand-held, especially at slower shutter speeds. This short article provides some tips that can help improve hand-holding technique. […]
Recently, Aurora Lite Bank released the TERA series of parabolic umbrellas/softboxes. Available in flat (TERA) and deep (TERA-D), these 16-sided strobe modifiers create a unique and highly desirable look for commercial, advertising, wedding, fashion and portrait photography. Light wraps around your subject while creating round catchlights in the eyes. TERA […]
