Cinematic Lighting for Documentary Interviews Shanyn Fiske 10/13/2025 Lighting Tips 1078 Photographer and filmmaker Shanyn Fiske uses Westcott’s constant lighting tools to create clean, natural cinematic...
How to Make Flash Look Natural in Outdoor Portraits Panoptic Photography 10/03/2025 Lighting Tips 2246 Mark Behrens and Steve Batz of Panoptic Photography are known for taking portraits that look effortless and natural,...
3 Creative Ways to Use Gels in Portrait Photography Ashley Boring 09/26/2025 Lighting Tips 948 When you want to capture bold, dramatic portraits, gels unlock a world of creative possibilities.
Getting Started in Volume Photography Sheryl Bashore 09/15/2025 Lighting Tips 1292 Sheryl Bashore has built a proven system that keeps sessions organized, stress-free, and profitable while giving...
Creating Cinematic Portraits with LED Continuous Light Ian Spanier 08/22/2025 Lighting Tips 1670 When Ian Spanier sets out to create a dramatic portrait, he looks to the sun for inspiration, shaping studio lighting...
Creating Dramatic Portraits with One Light Joel Grimes 08/15/2025 Lighting Tips 2386 Few photographers use light to shape mood and drama quite like Joel Grimes, and his top-down approach is a perfect...
Getting Started with Studio Lighting Ashley Boring 08/06/2025 Lighting Tips 1262 If you’ve ever felt unsure where to begin with studio lighting, you’re not alone.
Portrait Lighting & Posing Techniques: An In-Depth Tutorial Guide with Jerry Ghionis Jerry Ghionis 07/14/2025 Lighting Tips 3332 Over the course of 60 minutes, this lighting tutorial will show how Jerry sculpts light with the Ice Light 3, draws out...
Creating Moody Portraits: Studio Lighting Breakdown Ashley Boring 06/19/2025 Lighting Tips 2619 Westcott photographer Ashley Boring shares how she transformed a simple studio into a warm, painterly environment using...
Transform Any Space into a Studio: Sports Portrait Lighting with Jaison Sterling Jaison Sterling 05/30/2025 Lighting Tips 2082 When it comes to creating dynamic portraits of athletes, you don’t need a fancy studio, just smart lighting and a good...
How to Simulate Sunlight in Studio Photography Joel Grimes 05/21/2025 Lighting Tips 2227 Joel Grimes breaks down one of his go-to studio setups using just two lights to mimic the feel of natural sun.
Lighting Breakdown: How to Film a Corporate Video Team Westcott 05/09/2025 Lighting Tips 1708 Westcott videographer Jacob Schoonover shows how he tackled a commercial shoot for a local business using constant...
How to Create Light Trails for Dynamic Portraits Jaison Sterling 04/15/2025 Lighting Tips 1870 Jaison Sterling of Rock Town Media set out to feature dynamic light trails and motion blur in this shoot using a mix of...
Full Lighting Breakdown: High Aperture Portraits Ian Spanier 04/04/2025 Lighting Tips 2462 Photographer Ian Spanier takes us behind the scenes for a deep dive into how he captures studio portraits using high...
Creating Cinematic Night Portraits | Lighting Guide Jerry Ghionis 03/21/2025 Lighting Tips 1766 Capturing cinematic night portraits is all about using light, atmosphere, and composition to create something special.
Storytelling with Light Joel Grimes 03/06/2025 Lighting Tips 1524 Photographer Joel Grimes is a master at using lighting to create compelling narratives.
5 Creative Features of the FJ800 and FJ400 II Ashley Boring 02/20/2025 Lighting Tips 1126 If you love pushing creative boundaries, the FJ Wireless System offers much more than just TTL and HSS.
Creative Mask: How to Get More Looks in Less Time Team Westcott 02/05/2025 Lighting Tips 972 Wish you could deliver more variety without constantly tweaking your lights? Creative Mask makes it possible in seconds.
Creative Lighting Techniques for Indoor Sports Portraits Jaison Sterling 01/30/2025 Lighting Tips 2742 Looking to capture powerful, dramatic sports portraits? You’ve come to the right place!
Portable Portrait Lighting On Location Will Cadena 01/24/2025 Lighting Tips 2552 Portable flash systems are game-changers for photographers who want flexibility, control, and professional-quality...
Mastering Difficult Lighting Situations with the FJ800 Strobe Joel Grimes 01/16/2025 Lighting Tips 3093 In this guide, we’ll explore how you can control light exposure while keeping sharp detail and contrast—no matter how...
Capturing Generational Family Portraits with Off-Camera Flash Michele Celentano 10/24/2024 Lighting Tips 1901 Photographing family portraits, especially across multiple generations, brings both rewards and challenges.
Pro Tips for Large Family Portraits: Lighting & Posing Group Photos Michele Celentano 09/11/2024 Lighting Tips 2743 Photographing large families, especially with young children, can be one of the most challenging tasks for any...
Flash Power vs. Portability: Comparing FJ400 & FJ200 Strobes Ashley Boring 08/26/2024 Lighting Tips 3606 Choosing the right off-camera flash can significantly impact the quality and efficiency of your photography.
Mastering Flash Photography: 5 Lighting Principles for Beginners Panoptic Photography 08/19/2024 Lighting Tips 4227 Photography is often described as painting with light, and for good reason—light is the foundation of every photograph.
Mastering Family Portraits: Pro Tips Posing, Lighting, and Location Scouting Michele Celentano 08/09/2024 Lighting Tips 3949 Family photography is a beautiful way to capture precious moments that families will cherish for generations.
Master Light Control: A Guide to Using Scrims on Set Team Westcott 07/24/2024 Lighting Tips 2855 Lighting is a cornerstone of cinematography and video production, shaping the mood, tone, and visual storytelling of a...
Jewelry Photography Made Easy: A Comparison Using LED Light vs. Natural Light Team Westcott 06/14/2024 Lighting Tips 3403 Come with us into the home of Kaitlin, jewelry designer and owner of Kait Noelle Custom Fine Jewelry, where...
3 Techniques to Control Natural Light for Better Portraits Ashley Boring 05/08/2024 Lighting Tips 4195 Natural light, while beautiful, can be unpredictable and challenging for portrait photographers.
How to Capture Stunning Wide-Angle Portraits On Location Eli Infante 03/22/2024 Lighting Tips 3710 Capture Stunning Wide-Angle Portraits On Location Go behind the scenes with Westcott Top Pro Photographer Eli Infante...
