As a portrait photographer, I need gear I can trust—lights that perform anywhere, without compromise. That’s why the Elinchrom THREE and FIVE have become my go-to travel companions. They’re powerful, reliable and pack up just as easily as they set up. Paired with Elinchrom’s range of modifiers, they’re an easy “yes” in my kit.
One of the most meaningful portraits I’ve made recently was of WWII centenarian Jim Parks. At over 100 years old, Jim’s presence carries a weight of history you can feel just being in the room with him. I wanted the process to be as effortless and comfortable as possible, keeping the focus on him and his story—not on me fiddling with lights.
That’s where the Elinchrom THREE came in. With a 100cm Rotalux Softbox, I had everything set up in under five minutes in his nephew’s home. At full power, it gave me exactly the clean, expressive light I needed to capture Jim in a way that felt timeless and powerful. No complications, no second-guessing—just gear I could trust to honor the moment.
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About the Author – Trevor Godinho
With nearly two decades of experience, Trevor Godinho is an internationally acclaimed artist and published photographer. His work has appeared in renowned publications such as Forbes, Vogue Italia, Elle India & Canada, Sports Illustrated, Playboy France & US, FHM France & India, countless issues of Men’s Health Australia, and Sharp Magazine.
Trevor’s skill, vision, and passion have taken him to major cities like Toronto, New York City, Miami, Los Angeles, London, Milano, and Perth, where he has photographed notable personalities spanning from politicians, artists and Hollywood A-listers. In 2017, he was named the Canadian brand ambassador for Elinchrom Limited, a leading Swiss lighting company.
In addition to his photography, Trevor holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Toronto. His creative pursuits extend to painting, sculpture, and design, with his work exhibited at the Gardiner Museum in Toronto and the Canadian War Museum in Ottawa.
Trevor is dedicated to mentoring aspiring photographers and artists, encouraging them to tell compelling human interest stories. He actively supports local charities such as the NATO Association of Canada, Big Blue Ocean Cleanup, Jays Care Foundation, The Forum, and Joe Carter Classic.
