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Elinchrom 50x130 Strip Box Gridded Crop
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Elinchrom Light Shapers and Lighting Techniques – Episode 7

Welcome to the seventh installment of our new monthly that highlights a different Elinchrom Light Shaper or Lighting Technique, with sample images (full length and cropped headshots) and lighting diagrams. All the images were photographed with the same model and outfit (standing in the same spot on the background – […]

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Water Droplet Refraction Photography

Macro photographers can often control large components of their compositions, from choosing a different background to a dramatic lighting change with a flashlight and a flick of the wrist. All the world’s a stage, but a macro photographer’s theatre is often smaller than one square foot. While some strive to […]

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Elinchrom Light Shapers and Lighting Techniques – Episode 6

Welcome to the sixth installment of our new monthly that highlights a different Elinchrom Light Shaper or Lighting Technique, with sample images (full length and cropped headshots) and lighting diagrams. All the images were photographed with the same model and outfit (standing in the same spot on the background – […]

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Fashion portraits in a creative light

Lights are the photographers’ brushesI think it was the first time I tried lighting in the studio I really fell in love with photography. Back then, it was the easiest and most basic portrait light, but I was blown away! All of a sudden, I could create images that looked […]

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A Simple Step-by-Step Guide to Developing B&W Film at Home

B&W film photography is gaining a new generation of sophisticated photographers who want the  personal experience of making fine art B&W images. The drawback has been processing of B&W film relying on commercial labs. These labs are scarce and expensive and deny photographers the enjoyment of this magical process. Ansel […]

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THEY’RE BACK! How to photograph icebergs!

I have been fascinated by icebergs since I was a little boy living on the coast of Newfoundland. To this day, I am still in awe of their raw beauty, as each iceberg is unique like a snowflake. They are carved by the sunshine, rocks, and motion of the ocean, […]

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Elinchrom Light Shapers and Lighting Techniques – Episode 5

Welcome to the fifth installment of our new monthly that highlights a different Elinchrom Light Shaper or Lighting Technique, with sample images (full length and cropped headshots) and lighting diagrams. All the images were photographed with the same model and outfit (standing in the same spot on the background – […]

Elinchrom Beauty Dish Gold Deflector
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Elinchrom Light Shapers and Lighting Techniques – Episode 4

Welcome to the fourth installment of our new monthly that highlights a different Elinchrom Light Shaper or Lighting Technique, with sample images (full length and cropped headshots) and lighting diagrams. All the images were photographed with the same model and outfit (standing in the same spot on the background – […]

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The Basics of Fine Art Printing

Seeing our photographs printed is undeniably one of the most gratifying experiences for any photographer. While prints can be produced at a lab, the true satisfaction lies in printing them at home for yourself. Like all photographers, I relish the joy of seeing my images come to life in printed […]

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How to Capture the Ultimate Bourbon Flat Lay Photography Shot

Within the world of overhead photography, the artistry lies in the meticulous arrangement of elements, a dash of creativity, and, of course, the essential tools of the trade. Let’s take a behind the scenes look at the secrets behind capturing an elevated Bourbon bottle photography shot with proper lighting, hardware, […]