Photography Blog Tips - ISO 1200 Magazine

Recreating sunlight in a studio is both an intricate and gratifying process. Natural sunlight imbues compositions with warmth, defined shadows, and an unmatched dynamic quality. This article delves into Ab Sesay's creative journey and his masterful techniques as demonstrated in his video "How to Recreate Sunlight in the Studio."

Have you ever looked at a headshot and felt...nothing? It's a common problem. So many headshots feel generic, lacking the spark that truly captures a person's essence. But what if I told you that there's more to a successful headshot than just a well-lit face?

In this video, Rafal Wegiel will explore the key elements that go beyond the basics. He will delve into the importance of body language, authentic expressions, and creative backdrops to create headshots that truly resonate.

Kevin Parry is a stop-motion animator and video wizard who creates fun animation and mind-bending illusions! He has over fifteen years of experience in the film and animation industry. He now uses his stop-motion animation and visual effects skills to create social media content full time, both for himself and the world's biggest brands.

Learn how a single small light, combined with a reflector system, can beautifully light faces using minimal equipment. By understanding the nuances of reflector numbers and experimenting with diffusion and positioning, photographers and filmmakers can craft lighting setups that elevate their work. This approach is not only efficient but also opens up creative possibilities in both studio and on-location environments.

Have you ever started filming a project only to feel like you’re winging it? Or sat down to edit and felt buried under hours of random, disorganized footage? Let’s fix that.

Sarah Oliphant, a prolific artist known within the industry but anonymous to the wider world, has spent her life crafting iconic backdrops known to everyone, though few realize they're hers. Her daughter, Violet Oliphant-O'Neill strives to find her own voice within this niche world. As she fights to emerge from her mother's shadow, she must decide whether to embrace or reject the family legacy.

Have you ever come across those flawless product shots with dreamy gradient backgrounds and wondered how they're created? Is it a special technique, clever lighting, or a well-kept secret of the photography elite? It’s neither magic nor secret—just a clever trick that anyone can master. Let’s break it down so you can achieve professional-grade gradients in your own studio.

Looking to elevate your photography by offering models exactly what they need? In this Adorama TV tutorial, photographer Gary Hughes breaks down how to create professional model digitals━the essential, clean images that agencies require to represent models accurately. Viewers will learn simple lighting setups, practical posing techniques, and how to produce high-quality digitals that models can actually use in their careers.

Drones offers a unique perspective and allowing us to capture breathtaking aerial footage. But with the sheer number of drones available, choosing the right one can feel overwhelming. Enter the DJI Flip, a compact and user-friendly drone that's making waves in the world of aerial photography.

Imagine this: You've spent hours scouting the perfect location, anticipating the golden light, and finally, you've captured it – a breathtaking image. The light is ethereal, the composition is flawless, and the moment is perfectly timed. But when you zoom in, something feels amiss. The image lacks that crispness, that sharpness that truly brings out the details. Fear not, fellow photographers! This is where the Sharpening Tool in Photoshop becomes your secret weapon.