Category: Education
Sculpting Storytelling Light for Engagement Photos
This post is by Alex Cooke from Fstoppers Capturing the spirit of love’s celebrations demands thoughtful artistry behind the lens. In his latest tutorial, seasoned wedding shooter Pye Jirsa demonstrates essential techniques for intentionally crafting evocative engagement portraits through deliberate light shaping. Through five versatile lighting recipes, Jirsa spotlights how to create desired moods and…
Sculpting Style With Light: Unlocking Artistic Vision Through Multi-Flash Setups
This post is by Alex Cooke from Fstoppers Many photographers looking to pursue more conceptual portraiture are intimidated by elaborate lighting configurations required to achieve intensely stylized effects. However, this excellent video tutorial makes the case that venturing beyond single-source illumination opens doors for bringing unique creative visions vibrantly to life. [ Read More ]
Mastering Manual Flash: Go In-Depth on Off-Camera Lighting
This post is by Alex Cooke from Fstoppers Photographers often hit walls when controlling off-camera lighting on shoots. While TTL flash offers some automation, real mastery means moving to manual settings for predictable, quality results. The excellent video tutorial will put you on the right track. [ Read More ]
Mastering Off-Camera Flash: Avoid These Common Mistakes
This post is by Alex Cooke from Fstoppers Learning to shoot with off-camera flash brings a whole new level of control and creativity to photography. But along with the endless possibilities comes ample room for slip-ups. This fantastic video tutorial outlines the five most common mistakes people make when first stepping into off-camera lighting, along…
Want to Start Getting Paid for Your Photography? Follow This Formula
This post is by Alex Cooke from Fstoppers Aspiring photographers often hit a wall when trying to transition from hobbyist to professional work. It’s one thing to take nice photos for fun, but landing those first paid gigs requires a strategic approach and understanding of what a client needs, not just what you like to…
Choosing the Ideal Lens for Portrait Photography
This post is by Alex Cooke from Fstoppers Selecting the right lens for portrait photography is a pivotal decision for photographers of all levels. This comprehensive video offers valuable insights into the intricate world of portrait lenses with in-depth exploration of various lens types, from prime lenses to zooms, wide angles to telephotos, making it…
The Power of a Single Light in Portrait Photography
This post is by Alex Cooke from Fstoppers Uncover the remarkable versatility of a single light source as we venture behind the scenes of an engagement photoshoot in this helpful video tutorial. [ Read More ]
Why Aperture Priority Is One of the Most Important Camera Modes
This post is by Alex Cooke from Fstoppers In the world of photography, creativity often hinges on the control of light and focus. One powerful tool that grants photographers the ability to manipulate these elements is “Aperture Priority” mode. This enlightening video delves into the realm of Aperture Priority mode, unlocking its potential to enhance…
Are You Savoring the Photographic Experience?
This post is by Alex Cooke from Fstoppers There can be a lot of pressure on photographers to get the shot, move on, and get the next one. It’s important to remember to enjoy the craft, though. This great video tutorial reminds you to savor the moment. [ Read More ]
You Can Learn Photography Without a Camera
This post is by Alex Cooke from Fstoppers While a camera may be indispensable for producing photographs, there are manifold ways to learn the art of photography without one. Besides technical proficiency, great photographers like Dorothea Lange relied on less tangible traits like emotional intelligence and inspiration, and we can learn from them. [ Read…