Learn how to balance ambient light and flash in our Costa Rica workshop. Master the art of lighting in this beautiful tropical setting! Embark on a visual journey to the lush landscapes of Arenal, Costa Rica, as I demonstrate the art of balancing natural light and flash to capture the beauty of this picturesque destination. Arenal Costa Rica, known for its breathtaking rainforests and stunning vistas, serves as the perfect backdrop for this tutorial.

After nearly four decades behind the camera and in the photography business as a professional boudoir photographer, I have learned one lesson that can change everything: You attract what you present. If you are having trouble attracting high-paying photography clients, the problem may not be your talent, your camera gear, your local market, or the photographers competing with you. It may be the message your business is sending.

Photographer Fatigue is what happens when you stop loving the photography you used to love! It was 0600, and I was getting ready to leave for a location shoot. The location was A-1-Brake and Carburetor here in the valley. I'd shot there before and I messed up the entire shoot, and we were going back for a re-shoot. Normally, that would be a reason to be excited.

Let me tell you about the time I completely screwed up a photo-shoot. And I mean completely. I'm talking lights in the wrong place, brain fog from skipping lunch, and enough rookie mistakes to make you wonder how I've managed to stay in this business for decades. But here's the thing: I'm actually glad it happened. Because if there's one truth I've learned after years behind the camera, it's this—failure isn't just part of the process.

Buying a camera is exciting. You finally have the camera you have been wanting. Maybe you have watched a few YouTube videos, bought a lens or two, and you are ready to get out there and start making photographs. Then someone asks you to photograph something important. Maybe it is an engagement. Maybe it is a family portrait or a maternity session.

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I was digging through some boxes recently and came across a box of my old camera gear, and lo and behold I came across the very first cameras I have ever purchased for myself, along with my Canon T50 35mm SLR. The funny thing about it is that the camera still works, even after all these years. I purchased my Canon T50 from the…

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Kodak's Shirley Cards are what was used to set the standard for skin-tones in photography. And the story behind them is great! I was talking to a friend of mine on the phone and he brought up the Shirley Cards and their use. As many of you have seen I enjoy posting my color card photos of models and there is a great difference in two.

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In the world of boudoir photography, the words client and customer might seem interchangeable. After all, both involve individuals paying for a product or service, right? But there’s a subtle yet significant distinction between the two, and understanding this difference can transform the way you approach your business, build relationships, and elevate your brand.

Planning Travel for Your Location Photo Shoot. In planning your location shoot part one I covered some of the basic pre-planning for your location shoot abroad, and some of the things to remember to do as a photographer taking a team out of the country for some fun shoots. When I left you last you were in the process of planning your shoot sheet, being what shots you were hoping to get while on your trip.

Steps to Planning Your Location Shoot! I am going to guess that every photographer and model dreams of one day traveling to some exotic locations for shoots, which isn’t unreasonable! It’s part of the job right? ???? OK just maybe traveling to exotic places for photo shoots isn’t everyone’s idea of a good time but for those of us who love it I thought that I would share some of my tips with you.