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Sep 26, Episode 374 Photography, Pre-Production
Pre Production Today we are talking about an upcoming shoot we are planning for a PRO Tutorial. We are going to be creating a gritty stylized sports/athletic photo, and we are very excited. Moving from an idea to a reality involves pre-production. It is basic...
See why doing as much as possible in camera, and lighting and background, make a big difference with composite work. ...
Jul 24, Episode 340 Behind the Scenes, Compositing, Lighting, Photography, Photoshop, Pre-Production, Production
We're doing the Total Recall poster! This episode covers all the necessary first steps....
A few months ago, way before I become an intern for Phlearn, I submitted a video for a weekly contest called, “Change Someone’s Life Today.” I was inspired by the way Aaron taught people through his videos on Phlearn and how much he helps p...
How to get a lower ISO and reduce grain using filters and blur effects. ...
See how to make your own! This gives a really cool wide angle effect and can be done very easily in a few simple steps....
A must read for anyone interested in wedding photography!...
Today Roxanne and I will show you how to take a good portrait, especially for a profile picture, using a standard lamp from Ikea. The light on your face can make your features look great or awful depending on where you position your light source. The distance ...
My main goal as a photographer is to make a connection with my audience. I want them to feel the way I feel when I am creating images. If a person does not look at my images and FEEL something, I have failed....
See how using the rule of thirds in subject placement, lighting, and color can help you create amazing compositions....
How to make your own light stand quickly and easily for cheap using an Avenger L bracket and a 2x4...
Sketching out your image and setup will help you know exactly what needs to go where especially on a more complex shoot. ...
Watching this music video by Gotye, I couldn't help but think how the progression they make parallels the progression artists make when coming up with an idea for a photo shoot....
Create a room or background for your images inexpensively to up the production value of your photos, dream up whatever crazy ideas you want!...
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....
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...
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 ...
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 :)...
My favorite quote from this past weekend: "A Successful speech is a lot like a girl's skirt: Long enough to cover the topic, short enough to keep things interesting." - Ken...
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