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Close up B/W portrait. (Cropped close during editing). Impromptu portrait shoot in my small home studio. Due to a low ceiling, I could not get the height of the flash very high. Key light was an AD200 Pro and the hair light/fill light a Godox V860ii.
ISO 160, 1/250 sec, F/8. Fujifilm X-T3, 50-140mm F/2.8
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A couples shot of Michaela and Tyler before the went to London for Top Model UK
ISO 100, 1/125 sec at f/10. Canon EosR, 60mm. Handheld.
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This one is a bit more recent. It was shot at a Studio Lighting course, where we all though Mike looked like a great model – I recon the shot came out ok 🙂
ISO 100, 1/125 sec at f/7.1. Canon EosR, 50mm. Handheld.
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This portrait of Michaela was shot in the old Kimera studio. I had done a few courses and was really starting to enjoy the Black and White genre. Jenna did the make up and hair, and too this day I recon this is one of my favourite shots of Michaela 🙂
ISO 100, 1/200 sec at f/10. Canon 5D mkIV, 60mm. Handheld.
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This portrait of Minnette was published full-page in the “Hotshots” section of Digital Camera World Magazine in 2008. I photographed it less than two years after starting photography as a hobby. I used a 1000-watt continuous light through a huge softbox. That light was so hot, it warmed up the whole house! But it taught me a lot about lighting,…Read More
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B&W Lighting Tutorial – Black and white photography is all about CONTRAST. John Gress demonstrates how to use multiple lights to create maximum contrast, ensuring your portraits truly stand out!
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The Comrades Runner
I have taken these photos of a friend whose life revolves around running.
The shoot was early morning and the light of in some of the photos are just gorgeous.
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Studio portrait I took at the end of 2022. Can it be called split lighting? Used colour grading in post processing to tint the shadows a little blue.
Model: Sulize Alberts (2021 – Miss Teen South Africa, 2nd Princess)
Godox AD200 as main light. Hair light – Godox V860.
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Amanda in Autumn, 2022
ISO 400, 1/4000 sec at f/1.8 on a Canon EOS-R with a 50mm lens.Photographed my beautiful wife during an early autumn photography class. We dodged the rain, and the late afternoon sun briefly lit the scene. I edited the shot in Lightroom, using a Kodachrome preset for a vintage look and cloned in extra leaves and…Read More
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We're compiling a tutorial on the best lenses for portrait photography and would appreciate your input, especially if you're a seasoned portrait photographer. --- If you had to choose, which lens would be your staple for portraits? We're focusing on the classic Prime and Zoom options that are most commonly used for portraiture. Cast your vote and please elaborate on your selection in the comments below.
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For a prime lens, my favourite is the 85mm f/1.4. I don’t own one but often find myself borrowing it. It’s an exceptional lens for portraits, although the Canon version is quite pricey. I’m considering the Canon RF 85mm F2 MACRO IS STM as an alternative. Its 1:2 macro feature makes it versatile, good for portraits, and ideal for product…Read More
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For the prime, I have to go with the 50mm. I am not a seasoned photographer, but the affordable nifty-fifty has served me well, and I have been able to catch a couple of good images with it. The 1.8 50s, including those for the mirrorless, are affordable, sharp (in my opinion) lenses. Getting into photography, this is a great lens. I have,…Read More
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Brian Smith on Portrait Psycology.
Brian delves into the most crucial element of portrait photography, which surprisingly isn’t about gear or settings. Instead, it’s the significance of establishing a rapport with your subjects, aptly described as ‘portrait psychology’.![Profile Photo]()
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Belinda M, a girl with ink
Shot in Studio 012 October 2023
Fujifilm X-S10 / ISO 200 – F8 – 1/125 sec
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This is a very simple, yet effective portrait, complemented by the fitting directional lighting that suits your subject well. I hope you captured a series of varied expressions. What light shaper did you employ for your key light? Next time, do remember to include more details about your lighting setup.
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A well executed portrait of Mike, but for a character portrait where the emphasis is on expression and facial features, a tighter crop could be more effective. Reducing the space above and below his face would draw more attention to his expressions and the nuances of his character. Regarding the watermark, while it’s important…Read More