But have you ever considered the power of cross-lighting? This technique, from the side, can transform your photos into the dramatic.
Read MoreI recently got to check out the Hobolite Mini 20W Bi-Colour continuous LED.
Read MoreI’ve been on a little bit of a still-life deep dive lately, all thanks to the Hobolite Mini. It’s such a cool and versatile little light and it’s just perfect for small-ish still-life setups.
Read MoreIn the world of photography, light is the key element that can make or break an image. Natural light, with its warmth and authenticity, is often a preferred choice for photographers seeking to capture genuine moments.
Read MoreCapturing the essence and beauty of a subject through portrait photography is an art that demands the perfect blend of equipment and technique. Among the crucial tools in a portrait photographer’s toolkit is the beauty dish.
Read MoreEverything smells so fresh and vibrant. I adore getting into my garden between showers with my camera and macro lens. Those little drops of rain are so photogenic.
Read MoreI adore shooting macro in between rain shows and the Fiveray M20C, is a versatile light for making photos on a gloomy day so much brighter.
Read MoreThe Phottix G-Capsule makes it easy to swap between diffusers, beauty dish, and grids all in one handy capsule.
Read MoreHere’s how to unleash creativity by experimenting with innovative lighting styles in photography.
Read MoreWith Halloween coming up fast, you might be on the lookout for some cool, creepy Halloween effects and what’s better than using gels? Well, if you have the Lume Cube Tube Light Mini, it’s the perfect tool for the job.
Read MoreLooking for some powerful, flexible lighting for photography in and out of the studio? Perhaps something a little out of the norm? Something that works well in really tight spaces? Then, perhaps the new Godox AD-S200 stick flash head might be for you. It has so much potential.
Read MoreIn the world of food photography, lighting is everything. It can transform a mundane dish into a mouth-watering masterpiece.
Read MoreHere's how to choose the right white balance settings in your camera based on the lighting and shooting condition you are in.
Read MoreThe Lume Cube Tube Light Mini is both powerful and versatile, offering an infinite colour selection to fuel your endless creativity.
Read MoreThe Adaptalux Pod Mini is the latest generation of Adaptalux Pod. It brings you its fully adaptable lighting system in an ultra-transportable, miniature and robust package. I reviewed the main Adaptalux Control Pod last year and really enjoyed using it for macro and product photography. So when the good people at Adaptalux asked if I wanted to try the brand new Pod Mini, it was a simple “Yes please!” from me.
Read MoreLuminar Neo has come a long way in recent years. It is actually quite incredible what you can do with just a few tweaks and sliders. I took this grainy photo taken in low light and transformed it into some old-school, Hollywood-style photo with some Luminar magic, including the new Magic Light extension.
Read MoreProduct photography is an essential aspect of showcasing and promoting merchandise. However, when it comes to glassware and highly reflective surfaces, capturing compelling images can be a challenging task. The reflective nature of these materials often leads to unwanted reflections, glare, and distortion. In a recent studio session, I shared how I capture these images.
Read MoreI recently reviewed the Zhiyun Molus X100, I thought it was a fabulous little light. Now I don’t do much video streaming and I haven’t really done much in the way of video lately. But, I have been using it for still-life and product photography. It’s so small and powerful that I adore it for some dark and moody lighting.
Looking for some powerful lighting for photography and video in or out of the studio? Then perhaps the new Zhiyun Molus X100 might just be worth checking out.
Read MoreA terrific way to really add some intrigue to your studio portraits is with a simple projection unit like the Godox AK-R21.
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