No matter who you’re assisting there are several core fundamentals that every lighting assistant can bring to each shoot that will make them invaluable asset on set and will keep getting them hired. In this article I will focus on assisting a portrait and lifestyle photographer, but everything below will apply to any type of … Read more
Have you ever wondered how to create a nice, smooth gradient on backdrops for studio headshots? Used by many high end portrait and headshot photographers, adding a gradient to your backdrops can create a calm, soothing feel to your image. It is also a great way to add another look to your arsenal if you … Read more
One thing I have lost touch with over the last couple years was the willingness to be creative with my work. More specifically experimenting with new techniques in lighting to push my creative output. When I first started my career I was non stop test shooting because I was learning and to be frank I … Read more