Behind The Scenes

How to Shoot a FAKE Sunny Outdoor Portrait... INDOORS!

Chicago-based portrait photographer, Manny Ortiz, shows us how to fake a sunny outdoor portrait — indoors at his photo studio, using an Aputure Light Storm 600d LED light, a Westcott Optical Spot, ...

How to Create Jaw Dropping Vintage Photos in 3 Minutes | Manny Ortiz

Test your photography skills with this exercise: create a vintage photo in under three minutes. Watch as Manny Ortiz and his wife Diana blend modern techniques with classic charm for stunning results!

Creative Shadow Patterns Using Light Gobos | Food Photography

Experiment with gobos to create unique light and shadow effects. Hudi Greenberger shows how gobos can enhance your images with creativity.

InStudio: 3 Creative & Unique Portrait Setups | Jacklyn Lune

Jacklyn Lune shares three creative portrait setups using V-Flats, combining natural and artificial lighting with diverse models and backgrounds.

Light it Like Jeff: Shooting The Perfect Self Portrait | Ep 21

If you’re limited on gear or traveling minimally but need to diversify your imagery, then this one’s for you. Watch and learn while photographer Jeff Carpenter shows us how to create three differen...

Light It Like Jeff: Shooting a High Contrast Split Background Portrait | Ep 20

Jeff Carpenter shows us how he uses a three-light setup to craft a high-contrast split background portrait, using V-Flats and creative lighting techniques for depth.

Navigating MIDDAY SUN: Photoshoot in Soho NYC | Tyler Agajan

Find out how photographer Tyler Agajan tackles harsh midday sun using only a V-Flat to capture striking urban portraits, with professional tips and techniques.

Creating a Natural Light Beauty Setup on Location | Lindsay Adler

In this video, Lindsay Adler demonstrates two natural light beauty setups for striking commercial photos: soft shade for even lighting and dynamic sunlight for texture.

Shooting What I HATE Most with Dani Diamond

Fashion and portrait photographer, Dani Diamond, shows us how he overcame his dislike of shooting into what he hates most: greenery. Greenery?! Yep. Dani is not a fan of photographing into greenery...

Shooting a Fashion Editorial with Minimal Gear | Dani Diamond

A fashion editorial photoshoot sounds like a high-end affair, especially on location. And while photoshoots are usually complex on many levels, the photo gear doesn’t have to be.

The Manuel: Controlling Light on a Beautiful Beach Island

Join Emmanuel Phillips on the beach in Magens Bay on St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, as he photographs a lifeguard with open shade lighting using a V-Flat.

Creating a (Fake) Countertop Set with Duo Boards | Hudi Greenberger

Commercial still-life photographer, Hudi Greenberger, takes us into the studio to show us how to create a countertop still-life resembling an early morning tea and breakfast scene using Duo Boards.