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Lighting your subject using one gel is a simple and great way to either set an overall mood or add interest to a specific area of the image, such as hair, clothing, silhouette, or other details. This technique can be…
The rule of odds is simple to understand: odd numbers of items work better in a photograph than even numbers of the same things. If you a photographing more than one of something, three or five of those somethings will…
You can catch an ‘in between’ shot in the moments when a model is naturally unaware of the camera. Models are often required to sit or stand very still, in traditional poses, with minimal movement between shots. These images can…
Ambition is a valuable asset—but so is patience and respect. It’s best to play the long game and gradually work your way up the hierarchy. The great hierarchy of bloggersTier 1: internationally famous photographers, Photoshop gurus, industry spokespeopleTier 2: Professional…
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