portrait photography
How to eliminate softbox hot-spots
I’m not known for being shy about my hatred of softboxes. Sure, softboxes are often cheap and extremely easy to use, but they rarely produce…
Skylum unveils Aperty, a time-saving AI tool for portrait editing
Skylum recently announced Aperty, a new(ish) software program designed to help portrait photographers with their editing workflow. Previously known as Project “Barcelona,” Aperty uses AI…
How to nail composition, even on hectic family shoots
It’s not impossible…but it sure isn’t easy! Actually, nothing to do with children is straightforward or easy (I’m currently writing this while my son is…
Four secrets to stunning outdoor location portraits
Summer’s here, the days are long, and you might feel cooped up in the studio. Photographer Gavin Hoey is here to show you how to…
Take your best one-light portraits by ‘finding the light’
When you’re starting out shooting with strobes, it can be difficult to visualise how the lighting might look. This is why, as with anything, it’s…
How to shoot clean minimalist studio portraits
Sometimes, a minimalist, no-fuss approach is the best. And just like the Little Black Dress, a plain white background will never go out of style….
Model tragically killed in photoshoot accident near train tracks
A photoshoot near train tracks in western Mexico has ended in tragedy. Model Cinthya Nayeli Higareda Bermejo, 30, originally from Venezuela, was killed after her…
How to shoot fashion-inspired portraits with just one (hard) light
Some studio photographers will certainly go for the “more is more” approach to lighting. And it can seem a little daunting when you’re starting out…
Skylum announces Project Barcelona, a new app for portrait retouching
Skylum has announced the release date for a brand-new photo-processing application aimed specifically at professional portrait retouching. The app will be released in September 2024,…
How to solve problems when everything seems to be going wrong on a shoot
You know what they say about the best-laid plans of mice and men, and it also applies to photography. You can plan a shoot all…
