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Photography
Using Lighting for photography
Umbrellas can add a lot of depth to your light sources, and they are the least expensive light modifier....
Go over everything in your head before the shoot. Act as if you are watching a movie of what will happen. We didn't even think of cleanup until we did this. ...
We have an epic photo shoot coming up, and are working with models, hair, make-up, set building, concept, shooting, lighting, BTS video and more! Here's how we do it....
Making Sure Your Trip Goes Well
Traveling can either be an amazing experience or a nightmare. Today we bring you tips from pilot and photographer Evan Hunt and traveling band photographer Adam Elmakias....
Jan 25, Episode 224 Photography, Production
What most photographers won't tell you is that "studio" shots are usually done in their living room. No shame in this, in fact I am going to help you get an awesome home studio....
Today's episode provides some great tips on how to get your model comfortable and in the zone....
The Studium and the Punctum
Studium is the element that initially gets your attention. It can be colors, a cool background, a pose, really anything. But the punctum is what Roland describes as the thing that "pricks or bruises." It's that rare detail that m...
Making a Photoshop Composite Image can be very difficult. Starting the process the right way will make things a lot easier! We cover the right way to do it....
What do you do when you have no ideas?
This is something we will all face from time to time, and today we are talking about some great techniques on how to come up with ideas, pre-visualize, make props, and work out the details of a shoot before a shoot hap...
Changing People's Lives
This week's contest is so perfect for the holidays. We are gathering together our best Bokeh Photos, and I will show you some great ways to apply them to your images to give them a magical feel. This time of year you will be able to ...
I am breaking out the glue gun and getting to work! We are putting together the calendar that we designed yesterday thanks to Judy's suggestion....
Download our FREE calendar templates, and make calendars with YOUR images. When each month is over, cut off the calendar section, and you are left with perfect 5x7 prints!...
How to take AMAZING Bokeh Photos
This week's contest is so perfect for the holidays. We are gathering together our best Bokeh Photos, and I will show you some great ways to apply them to your images to give them a magical feel. This time of year you will be...
How to Get ANYTHING You Want in Life
Today I reveal the secret that works for everyone who has ever become successful. It is going to absolutely blow your mind. Follow this SECRET and you will get exactly what you want from people....
Dec 06, Episode 190 Photography, Production
How to Get People to Smile for Real in Photos
Have you ever tried to take a picture of someone and they gave you a fake smile that looked HORRIBLE on camera? Maybe you can't figure out why you always look fake in photos. Today's episode is perfect for YOU. ...
Printing Your Image
Getting your image printed is very important, because it will give you more of an emotional attachment to your work. Having something physical is a lot more powerful than a digital file. There are some hurdles that many people face when ...
Nov 11, Episode 172 Inspiration, Photography
One day you will want to quit photography. It is not your fault, it may be hard to see coming, but eventually you won't care. I am here to prevent that from happening to you....
Nov 09, Episode 170 Camera, Photography
There was such a great response to yesterday's episode on cameras, and a lot of people have mentioned lenses, so I thought this episode would help out a lot....
We are starting a new mini series on Phlearn, things you can do NOW to change your game FOREVER. These are the big step that I took during my career that have brought me the biggest gain. I hope they will do the same for you....
Nov 07, Episode 168 Photography, Pre-Production
Today we are booking a model IN the phlearn episode! I just got back from a great shoot with Darya, and what better way to share the wealth than to help you in booking your own model :)...






















