Hillary Grigonis

Studio lighting set-ups can have two, three, four or even more lights to create a specific look. The hair light is part of many studio lighting set-ups for portraits. But what is a hair light? And how do you add one to a studio lighting set-up? Build your next portrait photography…

High-contrast scenes are a photography nightmare, with shadows that are too dark and highlights that are too light. Enter Active D-Lighting, Nikon’s proprietary technology, to rescue high-contrast scenes in-camera. Nikon’s Active D-Lighting isn’t as time-intensive nor as over-the-top as HDR but it can improve photographs in similar situations. But what’s…

The right light can make a single photo stop you in your tracks. Imagine a warm, natural glow that makes everyone and everything look their best. That’s the magic of golden hour photography. What is Golden Hour Photography? The golden hour starts roughly one hour after sunrise and one hour…

Toddlers are endless bundles of energy. This makes toddler photography about as easy as photographing the Looney Toon’s Tasmanian Devil! Taking photos of moving objects is always tough to tackle. But add a dash of unpredictability, mood swings, and a bit of oh-so-sweet defiance, and the task may seem impossible.…

Posing children for a photoshoot can be a daunting task. But it can be a lot of fun with a little preparation and thought. And the results will be amazing!   13 Best Kids Photo Pose Ideas Here are 13 classic kids’ photo poses to get you started. 1. Be…

If you’re passionate about motorsport photography, you know capturing the right moment is key. But it’s not always easy to get the perfect shot.   8 Tips for Capturing Amazing Motorsport Photography Here are eight tips to help you take your motorsport photography to the next level. 1. Protect Camera…

Hiring a professional newborn photographer doesn’t always fit into the budget. This is why many parents turn to DIY newborn photography. Newborns grow quickly, making photos a must even if you snap them with a smartphone. But newborn photography that you see coming from a professional studio isn’t always safe…

Knowing what AE-L vs AF-L means on Nikon cameras is good know. That’s because cramming many tactile controls onto a camera body leaves little room to explain what each button does. The AE-L and AF-L buttons on the back of a Nikon are prime examples. What does the AE button…

After finally saving up enough cash, you head out and buy that new lens you’ve been eyeing. You then obviously shoot with it obsessively for days. But when you look at the images on your computer, your enthusiasm dims. Straight lines aren’t straight, and there’s even some vignetting on the…

On a limited budget, you can find a cheap photography studio rental for a limited amount of time. This can be an hour, a day, or a month at a time… Professional photography isn’t an overnight success story. Most photographers build slowly. They start with a few side gigs. And…

Moms are often the memory keepers of the family, which means they are often left out of family photos. Mommy and me pictures are the perfect way to make sure the family photos include memories with mom too. Mommy and me pictures are great at every age and stage. Ideas…

What are the best newborn photography camera settings? How do you keep the photo sharp but the background blurred? The best baby photography settings blur out the distractions. They freeze any movement for sharp memories of those first few months of a child’s life… Here’s what you need to know…