Julie Powell is a photographer, writer and educator, offers unique photographic opportunities and inspirational ideas to help YOU become the photographer you wish to be.
All in Lighting
The Neewer CB300C 300W RGB LED Light delivers powerful, accurate, and creative lighting for portraits, video, and studio photography.
With my Neewer Q6 strobes paired with the QZ trigger, I can create flexible and repeatable lighting setups for everything from moody still life to polished portraits.
K&F CONCEPT RGB LED Light – 12W output, 95+ CRI, OLED screen, 5000mAh battery. Perfect compact light for creators on the go.
Discover the Neewer MS150C LED light — a compact 150W RGBWW powerhouse with pro-level colour accuracy, quiet cooling, and creative control.
Upgrade your lighting control with the Godox X3 Pro for Sony — sleek, intuitive, and packed with modern features.
Discover the best lights for portrait photography. Compare flash vs constant options for stunning studio portraits with pro results.
Compare the Neewer Q6 vs Q4 strobes. Learn the key differences in power, speed, battery, and features to choose the right light for your photography.
Neewer Z160 review: lightweight, budget on-camera flash with Auto/Manual modes, 650 flashes, optical slave & fast recycle.
I’ve been testing a lot of these little mini flashes lately, and each new one gets a little better. The Godox iT30 Pro Mini Flash (S version for Sony, tested on my Sony A7RV) is no exception — but my experience with it was very much a love-hate relationship.
Neewer FL10 spotlight & gobo review — specs, pros, cons, and creative photo examples to inspire your photography lighting setup.
The K&F Concept 26"/65cm Octagonal Softbox is a versatile lighting modifier designed for photographers and videographers seeking soft, controlled illumination. Its octagonal shape and included accessories make it suitable for various shooting scenarios.
I recently got my hands on the Neewer Q6 400Ws Studio Strobe, I’m thrilled to say this light has far exceeded my expectations.
Learn how to set up studio lights for Film Noir Portraits. In this video, I will run you through how I set up a simple three-light setup using constant LED lights and modifiers for a film noir portrait session in my studio. This is a fabulous setup for beginner and intermediate photographers.
Explore the Neewer HS60B and HS60C handheld LED lights in this beginner-friendly review. Learn how these compact, powerful lights can boost your confidence with lighting for portraits, still life, and creative photography, both in the studio and on location.
In this video, I review the Neewer HS60B and HS60C constant LED handheld lights
As far as small on-camera flashes go, I was actually pretty impressed with the iM22. Small yet powerful, and good for beginners too.
Discover how to create stunning black-and-white portraits using rim lighting techniques. Learn about lighting setup, and settings.
Whether you're shooting in a studio or using natural light, choosing the right fill light can make all the difference. But what’s the best option—reflectors, flash, or constant light? Let’s break it down.
The Sol5 LED Light by Harlowe is a compact, stylish, and functional lighting solution designed for mobile content creators and photographers.
The Harlowe Blade 5 and Blade 10 stand out as compact, powerful, and versatile lighting solutions, with impressive performance.
