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Boudoir Photography

Dark and Dramatic Boudoir Portraits Using the Nanlite PavoTube II 6C

Are you ready for some dark and dramatic boudoir portraits? In this video, Sal and his team create dark and dramatic boudoir portraits that take boudoir beyond the bedroom and into more captivating environments. Lighting is crucial to creating the mood and in this lighting tutorial video we are using continuous light from Nanlite. We are using the Nanlite 10” PavoTube II 6C. These lights are incredibly powerful and so versatile.

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Lighting

Creating Sunset Photography Using Continuous Light

Are you ready to create stunning studio photography that has that warm sunset look and feel? In this photography tutorial we show you how we use Nanlite for creating sunset photography using continuous light for gorgeous warm glow portraits.

Bonus Tip // We create some unique portraits using magic crystals.

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Lighting

Dramatic Lighting On Location

Ready to take your off camera flash to the next level? In this photography video tutorial, I show you how to use the Westcott FJ400 to light your subject up and create dark and dramatic portraits for your clients.

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Lighting

Outdoor Portraits Using a Reflector // Westcott Fusion

Harsh sunlight? No problem. You can create stunning portraits with nothing more than a reflector and clever use of blocking techniques. In this photography lighting tutorial, we use the Westcott Fusion which gives us several variations for lighting control.

Natural light photography doesn’t have to be flat and boring. Using a reflector can add dimension and that pop of life into your subjects eyes. If you have ever wondered how to use a reflector for outdoor photography – this video is for you.

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Youtube Video

Beauty Editing with Evoto AI

Ready for some of the easiest beauty editing with Evoto AI? In this photography editing tutorial I show you how I use Evoto AI to edit my photos from a recent photoshoot.

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Lighting

Quick and Easy Off-Camera Flash Set Up

Ready for a quick and easy off-camera flash set up? Off-Camera Flash can be a powerful tool in your photography lighting arsenal. In this quick and easy lighting tutorial, I will break it down for you step-by-step on how to get to this final look using one flash. You will see what a photograph looks like with no flash in the environment and what it looks like shooting with just a wide open light and airy look.

I think using Flash in these scenarios really gives a much stronger and more professional looking portrait. Give it a try to up your portrait photography game.

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Lighting

On Camera Direct Flash Tutorial

Have you tried using on-camera flash for your studio portraits? As a professional photographer, I’ve always been taught to take the flash off camera to create more directional light. In this video of on camera direct flash tutorial for lighting, I will show you how to work quickly and easily using on-camera flash to create some very unique and interesting portraits.

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Photography training and education for the modern photographer

In today’s competitive landscape, quality online photography training and education is priceless to your growth. Unfortunately, most publications contain a ton of fluff. No real meat to their content. Not at Behind the Shutter. We are committed to the photography community and improving professional photography by providing current, insightful, and in-depth educational content.

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