Post Production
5 Steps for Creative Black & Whites with Darker Skin in Lightroom Classic
In a digital world, it’s easy to forget about shooting for black & white images since we can easily convert later.
09/04/2021
Lighting
Self Portraits | A Beginner’s Guide
Ever wanted to learn new lighting techniques and have fun with photography without the pressure of another human being staring at you the whole time? My name is Alissa Cincotta and this weekend, I’m going to be doing some self portraits in our home in O’Fallon, Illinois using the Westcott FJ80, the Westcott FJ200, and the Westcott Universal Wireless Flash Trigger, the FJ-X2m.
08/18/2021
Lighting
Professional Headshots with the Profoto B10 Plus and 3ft Octabox at the Chicago City Library
Headshots are in huge demand right now. Why? Well, if I had to guess, more people than ever are working remotely and most companies want more than a glorified selfie for their profiles.
08/05/2021
Inspirations
August 2021 Inspirations: Best Lighting Image
Inspiration can come when you least expect it. As photographers, we are visual artists. We express ourselves through our camera and the images we create.
08/04/2021
Posing
Do a Lot With a Little Time: How To Pose a Bride
When you’re photographing a bride, there’s a lot to encompass: you’ve got a beautiful background, ideally, but you want nearly all the focus in the photos to be on the bride herself.
08/04/2021
Lighting
Creating Impactful Portraits with One Light
I am a supporter and fan of the beginner photographer. I think as we grow in our profession, we may on occasion forget the road we once traveled. One of the most significant moments in my life was when I first learned how to do off-camera flash.
08/04/2021
Lighting
Just a Reflector
Lighting is a thing. As photographers, we get it. We know we need light to shape and create. Sure, you could use the ole light and airy and just blow everything out, but what fun would that be?
08/04/2021
Lighting
Creative Ways to Light Your Images at Night
Pivot. It’s a word you’ve probably heard spoken more in the last 18 months than you might’ve cared to. But no matter who you are, these days we all have to get used to this changing and challenging world.
08/04/2021
Lighting
Colorful Lighting with Gels
Saturating your photos with colorful lighting can be a showstopper. When blindly scrolling through Instagram or quickly flipping through a magazine, it can instantly catch the eye of the viewer and make them pause.
08/04/2021
Lighting
How To Shoot Indoors With Natural Light
There’s something about low light that draws me in. Maybe it’s the romantic atmosphere it exudes, or the depth it can give an image to make it look three-dimensional.
08/04/2021
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