Almost anything can be used as a light modifier. As long as it interacts with light in one way or another, it can be considered a light modifier. In this article, I will show you how to build a do-it-yourself (DIY) softbox with things you likely already have around at home. As long as you… Continue reading How to Make a DIY Softbox for Free
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A Photographer’s Guide to Umbrellas
Umbrellas are perhaps the most under-appreciated light shaping tool around. Due to their low price and wide availability, they are considered by some to be only for those who are beginners. This couldn’t be further from the truth. The umbrella is a fantastic modifier that is loved and cherished by pros and beginners alike. Here… Continue reading A Photographer’s Guide to Umbrellas
Why 365 Photo Projects Are a Waste of Time
There are 365 ways to waste your time being busy instead of doing useful work. One of those is the popular concept of a 365 photo project. Let’s dive in and see why it is one of the best ways to waste your time. Note: This article is simply my opinion and that it is… Continue reading Why 365 Photo Projects Are a Waste of Time
Is It Ethical To Make Money on Photos of Suffering?
There are many debates about ethics in photography. One such debate is around making money on photos that show human suffering. It could be appropriate, but there are a few caveats you should consider before selling such work. Put yourself in the shoes of a photojournalist who just took an image of a suffering child… Continue reading Is It Ethical To Make Money on Photos of Suffering?
When Should You Hire a Retoucher for Your Photography?
Not everyone needs to hire a retoucher, right? Well, that may be true, but I’d like to make the case that most people probably do need one. Let’s dive into the complex world of post-production, understand the art of it, and the time it takes to do well. Full disclosure: I always work with a… Continue reading When Should You Hire a Retoucher for Your Photography?
5 Bad Habits I Had as a Photographer (and How I Overcame Them)
As photographers, we tend to get used to doing things one way or another. Over time, these turn into habits that we rarely question. But sometimes it’s good to take a step back and evaluate our approach to the art. Here are some bad habits that I personally developed as a photographer and how I… Continue reading 5 Bad Habits I Had as a Photographer (and How I Overcame Them)
6 Signs You Don’t Have What It Takes To Be a Pro Photographer
Being a professional photographer is often a flashy “seemingly easy” career in which anyone with a camera and a lens can succeed. But why then do so many fail? Having talked to many successful photographers, I’ve noticed certain patterns that they all share. What does it take to be a photographer? Well, there isn’t a… Continue reading 6 Signs You Don’t Have What It Takes To Be a Pro Photographer
How to Mix Flash with Ambient Light: A Step-by-Step Method
Can you think back to a time you were taking photos in a dinner scene and they just look “flash-y”? Why does flash never look natural? Well, in order to make flash look natural, you have to make flash part of the natural lighting scenario. Here’s how. I admit, when I bought my first flash,… Continue reading How to Mix Flash with Ambient Light: A Step-by-Step Method
Profoto B10X and B10X Plus Review: A New Bar for Compact Powerful Strobes
When Profoto released the B10 and B10 Plus, they made headlines for how portable and powerful they were. That was 2018. In 2021, Profoto takes the concept of a portable powerful battery-powered strobe further by launching the B10X and B10X Plus. Design, Build Quality, Notable Hardware Features The B10X is designed with ease of use… Continue reading Profoto B10X and B10X Plus Review: A New Bar for Compact Powerful Strobes