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Understanding Flashguns - Part 3

Mark Elliott of Better Photos shares his advice on operating flashguns.
- 19 Sep 2011
Understanding Flashguns - Part 2

Mark Elliott of Better Photos shares his advice on using flashguns for shooting flattering portraits.
- 10 Sep 2011
Tips On Using Rim Lighting

We show you how backlighting your photographs can help create shape using the rim lighting technique
- 21 Aug 2011
- 1 Comments
Understanding Soft Light

Tips on controlling and understanding your light source.
- 23 Apr 2011
Direct Vs Diffuse Light Reflection

Tips on bouncing light off different types of surfaces.
- 4 Apr 2011
Lighting large groups of people

Need to photograph a group of people and you're not sure how to light the shot? Take a look at this article.
- 25 Mar 2011
Making Speedlites appear larger

How to exaggerate the size of Speedlites.
- 9 Mar 2011
Strobist

See how taking your flash off camera can make a big difference to your pictures.
- 24 Jul 2010
How to work with a Rotalux Softbox System

Chris Burfoot AMPA ASWPP shows us how to get the most out of a Rotalux Softbox System.
- 17 Sep 2009
- The Flash Centre
- 2 Comments
Why you should use an Octa

Chris Burfoot AMPA ASWPP introduces Octa, the ultimate versatile light.
- 4 Sep 2009
- The Flash Centre
A simple lighting set-up that gives great result

Chris Burfoot AMPA ASWPP shows us a simple lighting set-up that really works.
- 26 Aug 2009
- The Flash Centre
- 3 Comments
How to use a Triflector when shooting portraits

Chris Burfoot AMPA ASWPP shows us how to make the most of a Triflector.
- 13 Aug 2009
- The Flash Centre
- 2 Comments

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21 Apr 2018 4:53am

Laowa Announce Four New Lenses

Venus Optics has announced four new Laowa lenses, including a 4mm f/4 Fisheye (MFT), 10-18mm f/4.5-5 FE Zoom, 100mm f/2.8 2x Macro, and 17mm f/4 GFX lens.
20 Apr 2018 5:59PM

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20 Apr 2018 10:50pm

9 Need To Know Photography Composition Rules

Take better photos by following these basic photography rules.
30 Apr 2014 12:00AM

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20 Apr 2018 6:39pm

Sony Alpha A7 Mark III Full Review

Read our full verdict on the new Sony Alpha A7 Mark III - Sony's latest full-frame mirrorless camera, with a 24mp BSI CMOS sensor, 10fps continuous shooting, and 4K video recording.
20 Apr 2018 11:50AM

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20 Apr 2018 11:42am

Find Out Which Photographic Companies Have Won A 2018 TIPA World Award

The results for this year's highly acclaimed TIPA World Awards have been announced.
19 Apr 2018 10:19AM

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19 Apr 2018 2:52pm

Meike Announce New 85mm AF Lens

Meike has announced a new 85mm f/1.8 full frame lens in Canon EF mount - their first AF lens.
18 Apr 2018 2:22PM

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19 Apr 2018 2:15pm

Here Are The First Nikon Lenses You Should Buy (After The Kit Lens)

Wanting to expand your lens collection but aren't sure which lens to buy next? If you're a Nikon shooter, this guide will help you.
18 Apr 2018 1:30PM

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19 Apr 2018 8:59am

Jessops Launches 'Next Generation' Photo Stores

Jessops has announced store revamps to cater for the smartphone savvy generation.
16 Apr 2018 3:29PM

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18 Apr 2018 11:24am

21 Top Books For Learning Adobe Photoshop

Wondering what layers are? Need some help with the Lasso tool? Well, a book that talks all things Photoshop maybe just what you're looking for.
17 Apr 2018 8:00AM

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17 Apr 2018 2:44pm

Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium Announced

Sony has announced the new Xperia XZ2 designed for low-light photography with dual cameras.
16 Apr 2018 12:49PM

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16 Apr 2018 10:35pm

Mount Any Lens To Your Smartphone With This Adapter

There's a smartphone adapter that can harness the power of your DSLR and mirrorless lenses!
13 Apr 2018 9:25AM

How To Photograph Silhouettes In 5 Simple Steps

Use your creative eye to see shapes and use your camera to shoot them as silhouettes.
- 11 May 2017
Fill-in flash explained

We explain how to use fill-in flash
- 5 Jan 2003
Creative Lighting For Still Life Subjects

Here we show you a simple lighting technique that can be used on a number of still life subjects.
- 22 Dec 2011
- 2 Comments
Why you should use an Octa

Chris Burfoot AMPA ASWPP introduces Octa, the ultimate versatile light.
- 4 Sep 2009
- The Flash Centre
Adding a second flash - studio lighting beginners' guide

Chris Burfoot explains how adding a second studio flash can add sparkle to a studio photo. Words and Pictures Chris Burfoot AMPA ASWPP
- 3 Oct 2007
- The Flash Centre
Mixing flash and daylight for your portraits

Chris Burfoot AMPA ASWPP shows us how to mix flash and daylight to create a great portrait.
- 6 Aug 2009
- The Flash Centre
- 2 Comments
How to use a Triflector when shooting portraits

Chris Burfoot AMPA ASWPP shows us how to make the most of a Triflector.
- 13 Aug 2009
- The Flash Centre
- 2 Comments
How To Create A Glass Rim Light On A Budget

A quick budget way to light a wine glass with the edges highlighted.
- 21 Aug 2013
- 3 Comments
Creative still life lighting

When winter arrives you may prefer to stay indoors and try some still life photography. Peter Bargh suggest a project that will deliver vividly colourful images
- 1 Jan 2002
- 1 Comments
Shooting with two softboxes

A softbox is a useful studio light accessory and two is even better as Chris Burfoot AMPA ASWPP explains.
- 15 Jul 2009
- The Flash Centre
- 4 Comments

How to use a Triflector when shooting portraits

Chris Burfoot AMPA ASWPP shows us how to make the most of a Triflector.
- 13 Aug 2009
- The Flash Centre
- 2 Comments
Using A Slave Flash To Improve Your Photos

Improve your flash pictures by getting the flashgun off your camera and firing it remotely with a slave.
- 23 Sep 2011
- 1 Comments
Lighting a white background for portraits

Chris Burfoot AMPA ASWPP shows us how to light a white background when shooting portraits.
- 23 Jul 2009
- The Flash Centre
- 1 Comments
Studio Lighting Part 4 - an advanced set-up

Chris Burfoot continues his excellent guide to getting the best results from studio lighting.
- 10 Jan 2002
- 4 Comments
Studio lighting advice - Part 3 setting up your lighting

Chris Burfoot AMPA shows us how to set up studio lighting.
- 7 Jan 2002
- 2 Comments
Still life photos by torchlight

Use a small pocket torch to add interesting light effect to still life subjects
- 30 Nov -0001
Mixing flash and daylight for your portraits

Chris Burfoot AMPA ASWPP shows us how to mix flash and daylight to create a great portrait.
- 6 Aug 2009
- The Flash Centre
- 2 Comments
LED Lighting Tips From Jacob James

Photographer Jacob James shares his tips on using LED lights for portrait work.
- 25 May 2012
How to light your product shots

Chris Burfoot AMPA ASWPP shows us how to light our products to make them sell, sell, sell.
- 13 Jul 2009
- The Flash Centre
- 3 Comments
Creative shadows using Adobe Elements

Add a halo shadow effect around your still life subject to make it more three dimensional and appear to leap off the background. It's just like using a ring flash.
- 1 Jan 2002