Hillary Grigonis
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What is a Hair Light? (How to Create a Halo to Highlight Hair)
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…
By Hillary Grigonis

How to Use Nikon’s Active D-Lighting for Best Results
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…
By Hillary Grigonis

13 Techniques for Shooting Golden Hour Photography
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…
By Hillary Grigonis

12 Toddler Photography Tips for the Best Trouble-Free Photos
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…
By Hillary Grigonis

13 Best Kids Photo Poses (For Toddler and Child Photography)
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…
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8 Motorsport Photography Tips for Mind-Blowing Images
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. [highlight…
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How to Take DIY Newborn Photography with a Smartphone
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…
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What is the AE-L vs AF-L Button on a Nikon DSLR?
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…
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How Lens Distortion Works in Photography (And How to Fix It)
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…
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8 Ways to Find Cheap (or Free) Photography Studio Rentals
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,…
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8 Mommy and Me Photoshoot Ideas for Loving Family Portraits
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…
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Best Newborn Photography Camera Settings
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…
By Hillary Grigonis