Family formals usually get planned around a shot list and a clock. When a grandparent, sibling, parent, or one of the newlyweds uses a wheelchair, the plan needs one more layer, because the standard lineup of everyone standing shoulder to shoulder puts that person at a different height from the rest of the group. Wheelchair […]
Rembrandt lighting is one of the first portrait setups we teach at our Queens studio, mostly because it looks so dramatic for so little gear. You need one light, a subject, and a little patience while you move things around. Once it clicks, you can set it up anywhere in a couple of minutes. The […]
If you’ve been taking pictures for a while, you’ve probably experienced this. You look at a photo, and it’s okay, but it seems a little flat, or there’s too much going on in the frame. You try it in black and white just to see what happens, and it finally looks the way you pictured […]
Right after someone books a headshot session with us, the first question they usually ask is what they should wear. It makes sense. Your clothes take up a good part of the frame, and the wrong top can pull attention away from your face or make an otherwise great photo look dated in a year. […]
The backdrop is one of those things people don’t think about until it goes wrong. A wrinkled sheet behind a portrait, a background color that clashes with someone’s outfit, or a backdrop that’s too narrow for a group photo can drag down an otherwise great image. The right one, on the other hand, barely gets […]
Most people don’t look at a photo in one steady glance. Their eyes move around the frame, usually toward whatever is brightest first, and then along any edge or shape that seems to be heading somewhere. Leading lines work because of this. When there’s a road, a fence, or a string of lights running through […]
Your LinkedIn headshot gets seen by more people than almost any other photo of you. Recruiters see it in search results, and potential clients see it before they open your profile. It shows up again every time you comment on a post or send a connection request. For many people, that little circle is the […]
Ireland is the place to be if you’re looking for an amazing travel photography destination, Ireland is the place to be. With its lush green landscapes and stunning coastal views, Ireland offers plenty of opportunities for taking great photos. In this article, Ian Leaf shares his top locations for travel photography in Ireland. 1. The […]
Marketing your photography to developers can be a challenge. With so many photographers vying for attention, you must ensure that your work stands out from the rest. Following these tips from Dennis Crimmins, Alamogordo area developer, you can ensure that developers will take notice of your skills and book you for their next project. Research […]
Whether you’re a professional photographer or just getting started, choosing the right props for your photo session is important. Not only do they need to be visually appealing, but they also need to be comfortable and safe for your clients. Here are a few tips on choosing the right props for your next shoot. What […]