Understanding Depth of Field: How to Control Background Blur
Learn to use aperture and distance to control background blur beautifully. If there’s one thing that instantly makes a photo look “professional,” it’s background blur. You know the ...
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How to Create Dreamy Bokeh in Your Portrait Shots
Learn how to create soft, dreamy bokeh with simple camera and lens tips I still remember the moment I truly understood bokeh. I wasn’t just blurring backgrounds anymore—I ...
Off-Camera Flash Basics: When and How to Use External Lighting
Learn when and how to use off-camera flash for professional portraits. If you’ve ever admired portraits with crisp subject lighting, soft shadows, and beautiful separation from the background, ...
Best Camera Settings for Outdoor Portraits in Natural Light
Discover ideal camera settings for bright, natural-light portraits. Outdoor portraits thrive on beautiful, organic light—but only if you use the right camera settings. As a portrait enthusiast and ...
Softbox vs Umbrella: Which One’s Better for Portrait Lighting?
If you’ve ever tried to improve your portrait lighting and found yourself stuck between buying a softbox or an umbrella, trust me — you’re not alone. I’ve spent ...
How to Shoot Stunning Black and White Portraits
If you’ve ever looked at a portrait and thought, “Wow… that feels timeless,” it was probably shot in black and white. Today, I’m walking you through exactly how ...