Flash modifiers in photography are used to alter the quality, color, shape, or direction of light. The right modifier depends on your creative vision and intended use. In this article, we’ll provide you with an overview of the different flash modifiers available so that you can determine which is right for your particular photographic style. … Read more
At the start of this year, Godox announced an interesting new addition to its lineup of flashes: the Godox AD100 Pro. It’s smaller than an on-camera flash and packs a punch with 100 w/s, but what purpose does it serve? With Godox offering a multitude of strobe options ranging from 75-600 w/s of power, it … Read more
The pandemic has impacted our lives in countless ways. For many, spending an extended amount of time in isolation and uncertainty has amplified the roles people play in our daily lives, both at home and in the workplace. Lanie McNulty, a New York City-based photographer and social activist, used her time and talent during the pandemic … Read more
I can’t be the only one that has been caught in a moment of frustration when I’m in a tricky lighting scenario. It’s a feeling that I find myself in quite often and that excites me, oddly enough. Half of our responsibility as wedding photographers stems from problem-solving: whether that be finding the most flattering … Read more
When it comes to lighting and flash photography, multi point lighting setups can seem complicated and intimidating. Not being able to see the light before taking the photo requires photographers to rely on their experience and their understanding of lighting concepts. So we’re here to help you break down these concepts into simple, digestible steps … Read more
Nikon has released a compact, lightweight, standard focal length prime lens for their Z-mount mirrorless cameras, and it looks like an interesting option!
Joel Grimes puts together a short, succinct tutorial on how to handle bright light to get shallow depth of field even with flash.
Among the many genres of photography that we can specialize in, street photography is one of the most demanding. This particular genre pulls elements from a variety of others, including fashion/portrait photography and travel/landscape photography, and it requires intermediate social skills (at the very least). On top of that, the very nature of street photography … Read more
We’ve teamed up with Adorama to bring you a series of photography tutorials called “Master Your Craft” to be featured on their Youtube Channel. Subscribe to see more of our videos on their channel that covers all things photography-related from lighting and posing to editing to help you hone your skills and master your craft and don’t forget to check … Read more
After the success of their original MagBox, MagMod has been hard at work trying to figure out what additional softboxes and modifiers portrait and wedding photographers are in search of. Their new lineup introduces products that they’ve been fine-tuning for years and is finally ready for the public eye. The most exciting thing about this … Read more
The Flashpoint XPLOR 100 is the Lightest and Smallest Flash Unit Now Available at Adorama for Under $300
We’re going to show you how using fill or negative fill light can make a dramatic difference in your portraits, even in a simple scene.
