Find models for a portfolio shoot through friends, local performers and online TFP communities. Plan a fair photo exchange, send a specific invitation and agree on image use before the session.

Wedding photographers have a few wide-spread fears, like missing the kiss or tripping mid-ceremony. Last week, I had a nightmare that I had to shoot a wedding with my iPhone. But many wedding photographers often have one fear that has nothing to do with photography. It’s about turning a passion…

Separate skin texture from color in Photoshop. Build the layers with the correct 8-bit or 16-bit settings, then make local repairs while preserving natural detail.

Maternity photography is a great way to capture a fleeting yet important moment in a new mother’s life. Here are 10 maternity photography tips and ideas to use in your next photoshoot. 10. Tips for Nailing Maternity Photography: Go High Key or Low Key Photographing subjects in high key lighting…

We all take pictures of people all the time. But do you ever ask yourself if you need permission to take pictures of someone? The answer most likely yes, and this is where a photo release form can help you. What Is a Photo Release Form? A photo release form…

Knowing how to smooth skin in Photoshop is a good skill to know. Whether I’m taking portraits of models or photographing seniors, it’s my job to make my model look amazing. This includes retouching skin to remove blemishes and smooth out any imperfections. Many advanced retouchers of portrait, glamor, and…

Learn how to pose maternity portraits with practical ideas for photographing the mother alone, couples, hands and belly, walking poses, and comfortable sessions indoors or outdoors.

Many photographers dream of having their own home photography studio to practice their craft. So you must be wondering, how can I make a photography studio at home? Well, what if I told you it’s easy to get started? Here are some tips on how to set up a low-cost…

Try hand positions for standing portraits, seated photos, and hands near the face. These 11 tips show how to give hands a task, relax the fingers, and check their angle and distance from the camera.

Choose from 25 free Lightroom portrait presets and packs for studio, outdoor, wedding, cinematic and vintage edits. Compare the looks, then follow the import steps for Lightroom Classic, Lightroom on desktop or Lightroom Mobile.

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…

Self-portrait photography is all about capturing the essence of who you are in a photo. It can be a fun and challenging way to express yourself and a great way to learn more about how you see yourself. But self-portrait photography can be tricky—capturing your personality in a photo is…