Light can make or break a portrait. But the good news is that you don’t need to buy a lot of fancy and expensive lighting equipment. You can create amazing portrait lighting patterns with one single light! What You Need for a 1 Light Setup for Portraits Besides a camera,…

Do you have paintings at home that you’d like to share online? Or what if you’re going to the museum and want to take photos of the art? You’d be surprised, but photographing artwork can be quite challenging. Don’t worry, that’s only if you don’t know what you’re doing. We…

One of the critical things that separate the photography pros from the amateurs is lighting skills. Today, I’m bringing you the best photography lighting courses I have reviewed on ExpertPhotography so far. 1. Lighting 3 by SLR Lounge The best lighting course I’ve reviewed in the past few months is…

Trends come and go in the world of food photography. But moody and dark photography still shows no sign of slowing down. So how do you take dark food photos? If you’re curious to know more, we have six excellent tips to help you get started! What Is Dark Food…

The more people are in a photo, the more complex the image. This means that a group photoshoot is a challenge, mainly if you photograph large groups. You have to make each individual look good. But you also have to create a sense of cohesion and capture the group dynamic.…

TTL flash photography is daunting for beginners. But the list of technical specifications on each flash can feel even more intimidating. For instance, what are TTL and Manual, anyways? Let’s find out what these two flash modes are and how you can use them with this quick beginner’s guide. What…

Have you ever tried taking a photo of someone and ended up with a silhouette, instead? Then it’s time for you to learn about using a fill light. As the name implies, it fills the dark areas with light, so you end up with a correctly exposed image. Want to…

Have you ever wondered how people shoot those fantastic product shots in catalogs or online stores? Professional photographers usually use a light box to create an even illumination on the products. But the best options on the market can cost hundreds or even thousands of dollars. So how do you make…

When I first started using a flash for photography, the only thing the flash seemed to do was to create dark shadows on the background and harsh light on the subject. But my dislike of flash photography quickly changed after using a diffuser. So what are flash diffusers and what…

When I first started indoor photography, I was afraid of the limitations. As a natural light enthusiast, I wanted to have as few restrictions as possible. When I discovered the positive sides of this genre, I was able to pinpoint my creative weaknesses. It helped me strengthen the skills I…

Many have heard of golden hour photography, but fewer have heard of blue hour photography. The blue hour is a wonderful time for photography, especially when photographing cities. So why do so many photographers pack up and go home after sunset? What is Blue Hour Photography? The sun has dipped…

Product photography is a profitable, fun, and in-demand photography niche. Using a studio for product photography means you’re in full control of the lighting. Here is our guide to product photography lighting! Product Photography Lighting: Ensuring Realistic Colors and Minimizing Reflections Many products in product photography happen to be very reflective. Jewellery,…