REALLY GREAT WORK from our second assignment (2) free Tabletop Workshop for those who are not able to get out and do things. And for those of you who are, but just want to up your skills.
Here are the top ten images this week:
Tech Sheet 2, November 2008: Two Light Portrait
This weeks Tech Sheet features one of my favorite portrait techniques. In this shot I am using it as a bright, poppy front light with a very pronounced back "spray" light. It is an easy setup with lots of room for customization and personalization. It can be done with...
Clamshell Lighting for a Glamourous Headshot
Well we are back from the Cleveland workshop and it was amazing. Bright sun and clear skies were a super benefit... for someone somewhere... we had rain, wind, snow, rain, wind and cold. At least for Bri and I coming from the desert... We left Cleveland at about 28...
Using a Single Softbox with a Shiny Card for Headshots
Sometimes you just want a simple image, a headshot or a 3/4 image that has a very direct light to show the skin color, open the eyes and bring some vivid highlights to the person. I like the big softbox and how it can simply wash the person with a clean, bright light...
First “Tech Sheet” and Assignment.
We are so excited about the new series we are starting... the "Tech Sheet" series. We will do one every two weeks and they will be uploaded on the first Friday and the third Friday of each month. Those months with an extra Friday will find an extra Tech Sheet. The...
Sun, Fun and Dancin’: November’s Free Wallpapers
A day or three late, but here nonetheless. All feature the lovely Briana who has a new calendar out on dancing called, appropriately enough, "Dancin' " You can see her site here. Before heading over to get to them, take a look at some of the recent posts if you missed...
Some Recent Workshop Images
Photo by Gary. As the workshops wind down for the year, there is a sense of excitement growing for the next season of Lighting Essentials workshops. Some changes are in order, and some tweaking of the workshop's standard fare is also coming along. We are looking to...