If you’ve struggled with using flash, gotten results you are less than pleased with, or just aren’t sure when to use it and how, this article will be very helpful! I will cover: how and when to use off camera flash for outdoor portraits; quality of light; why off camera and more. Included are sample portraits, lighting diagrams, and exposure information as well as equipment suggestions. Don’t miss this epic article on this much requested topic!
Photography and Learning to See with fine art photographer Doug Kaye
It was my pleasure to sit and have a chat with fine art photographer Doug Kaye, who I’ve occasionally co-hosted the TWiP podcast with. We are two peas in a pod when it comes to our thoughts on the craft of photography and how to develop your skills. Even though Doug comes from a background…
Balancing Flash and Natural Light for Portraits
Step by step article on how to adjust your camera settings to balance and control both the natural light and flash exposure. Includes sample photos, a lighting diagram, before and after and a special bonus FREE PDF download FLASH CHEAT SHEET to help you understand settings for flash photography.
Collaboration helps improve your creativity
The power of two and how you can use collaboration to help improve your creativity and photography. Some examples include: put words to your images; find a partner to attend or plan an event; do a project with someone else. Read about my collaborations and get your own ideas and share them with me in the comments section.
Tips for Using Adobe Lightroom Presets
Video tutorial and tips for using Adobe Lightroom develop presets including: importing presets, applying them, creating new presets, and exporting them for sharing. Before and after photo examples, list of resources, and a special bonus.