Tag: Godox
New Video: Behind the Scenes – Author Portrait Shoot, Gabor Szaba
I’ve just published a new behind-the-scenes video from a recent studio portrait session with author Gabor Szabo.
This shoot was part of the promotional materials for Gabor’s new book North East of Eden. The goal was to create a clean, expressive portrait that reflected the thoughtful, introspective tone of the book. We kept things simple and focussed, using controlled lighting to highlight Gabor’s features and allow his character to come through in the final image.
Using On-Camera Flash for Dynamic Event Photography
Using on-camera flash, creative techniques, and ambient light, I captured a recent event in a way that reflected not just how it looked but how it felt to be there.
Hosted at The Queens Hotel in Leeds, the event presented both challenges and creative opportunities. With 300 attendees, a live band, and a bustling dance floor in a ballroom with towering ceilings and low ambient lighting, the setup can be intimidating for photographers. However, by embracing the conditions and adapting my approach, I was able to create a diverse set of images that not only documented the event but also captured its energy and atmosphere.
How to Get Natural Results with Flash when Shooting Environmental Portraits on Location
A few months ago I had the pleasure of meeting poet Lydia to shoot some environmental portraits to support her personal brand.
Shadow & Light Monthly #36
Shadow & Light is a list of curated photography stories, features, techniques, news and inspiration that I’ve come across this month.
In this month’s edition we visit a 1980s Brooklyn roller disco and look at Kodak’s brand new half frame camera. We discover the story behind the secret photographers of the Holocaust and look at Godox’s quirky new retro flashes.
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