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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
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
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
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
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
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