Behind The Scenes

Fine Art Editorial Lighting with Samuel Bouret

Samuel Bouret takes us behind the scenes of a fine art editorial shoot using only two lights and a V-Flat. With smart lighting, minimal gear, and creative posing, he transforms a simple setup into ...

V-Flat World × Primal Krisp: How Duo Boards Elevated the Photography of High-Protein Meat Chips

At V-Flat World, we’ve helped thousands of photographers and brands create cleaner, more professional studio images with tools that make the process simple, consistent, and fun. So when Primal Kri...

How to Light a Background: 3 Studio Techniques for Standout Shots

Backgrounds don’t have to be flat – John Gress shares three backdrop lighting techniques that add depth, vibrant color, and consistency to elevate every studio session.

Shooting in Small Spaces: Dramatic One Light Portraits with Jeff Rojas

Master one light portraits in tight spaces with simple setups, dramatic lighting, and creative control that proves less gear can mean more impact.

Beyond the Hole: Shooting Straight-On with the Light Cone

Learn how to use the V-Flat World Light Cone beyond top-down shots. This guide shows how to photograph products straight-on and at 45° angles using smart light diffusion for clean, reflection-free ...

5 Different Lighting Looks from ONE Studio Setup with Ab Sesay

One studio, five distinct looks: tweak main, fill, and background lights to create variety and mood without moving a single light or the subject.

How to Create Warm, Sunlit Food Photography with Duo Boards

Learn how to recreate warm, sunlit food photography indoors or outdoors using just one strobe and a Duo Board. Follow Julian Lallo’s step-by-step guide to master lighting, angles, and backdrops for...

No Windows, No Problem: Creating Soft, Natural Window Light in Studio with Flash

John Gress shows us how to recreate soft, natural window light in studio using flash, silk diffusion, V-Flats, and a carefully balanced 3-light setup.

How to Master Rim Lighting with John Gress

Create striking rim-lit portraits using one light and a black background with these clever setups, positioning hacks, and tips to make your model pop.

How to Photograph in Direct Sunlight – NO Flash, NO Lights

Watch as Alexis Cuarezma breaks down direct sunlight photography with 3 simple steps – frame your shot, diffuse the light, bounce it back – plus a bonus color tip.

5 Creative Shots to Instantly Upgrade Your Product Videos

Want to make your product videos stand out? Here are five simple but powerful camera moves that add polish and depth to your visuals. Best part? You can pull these off with minimal gear—and a littl...

1 Gray Background, 5 Different Looks & Colors

Gray backdrop magic: John Gress transforms one background into five stunning looks using strategic lighting. Catalog to film noir portraits in minutes.