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Portrait photography - composition, lighting, posing, equipment and Lightroom photo editing. Plus photo tips for beginner photographers and inspiration for photoshoots

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4 hours ago
7 Essential Portrait Photography Tips for Stunning People Photos
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Take your portrait photography to the next level with these 7 essential tips! Including lighting, posing, camera settings, lens focal length, and …
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16 hours ago
Natural Light Portrait Tips | Use Hard Light to Shape the Body
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Did you know that we can use the sun as a harsh, directional light, the same way we would use a flash, to create a dramatic image? While many …
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6 hours ago
Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM: Versatility Meets Performance
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Standard zoom lenses are the workhorses of many camera bags, balancing focal range with portability. The Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM offers a …
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5 hours ago
Sony a1 II: A Sports and Video Powerhouse
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Flagship cameras are all about pushing limits, and the Sony a1 II builds on its predecessor with subtle but impactful upgrades. From sports to …
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4 hours ago
Turn BORING Portraits to 3D Black & White in Photoshop!
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Turn dull and flat photos into ultra-dramatic black and white with 3D lighting and effects in Photoshop! 🚀 Join PiXimperfect Pro - The Ultimate Photoshop Training Course: https://pix.live/pro In this tutorial, we learn how to use the power of masking in Photoshop and Adobe Camera Raw to bring out the best in portraits and add drama, dimension, and a 3D look to it. We'll also learn how to create advanced lighting, shadows, and adjustments with Curves to give the subject a polished look. From creating rim lighting to adding shine, we'll cover a variety of tricks and techniques. I hope this video helps you. Thank you so much for watching :) ► TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 What We'll Learn 00:31 Create a Black Background 01:31 Basic Adjustments 03:39 Masking in Camera Raw 06:03 Add Shine 08:47 Edge Shadows 09:33 Extra Grunge 10:39 Enhance Eyes 11:18 Add Faded Contrast 11:58 Create Lighting Effects 15:23 Create BG Lights 16:22 Quick Recap ► RECOMMENDED SOFTWARE & CREATIVE RESOURCES: ✅ Official PiXimperfect Compositing Plugin: https://pix.live/pixcomposite ✅ The Best A.I. Powered High-End Portrait Retouching Plugins: https://pix.live/retouch4me ✅ Unlimited Photoshop Actions, Plugins, Brushes, Assets, etc: https://pix.live/envato ✅ The Best Professional Plugin for Color Grading: https://pix.live/infinitecolor ✅ Best Plugin for Landscape & Astrophotography: https://pix.live/propanel ✅ Try Photoshop for Free: https://pix.live/photoshop ✅ Music Used in PiXimperfect Videos: https://pix.live/music ► THE GEAR I USE: ✅ My Graphic Tablet: https://pix.live/wacompro ✅ Recommended Budget Tablet: https://pix.live/wacomlite ✅ Primary Microphone: https://pix.live/mic1 ✅ Budget Microphone: https://pix.live/mic2 ✅ Audio Interface: https://pix.live/audiointerface ✅ Camera: https://pix.live/camera ✅ Lens: https://pix.live/lens ► DOWNLOADS: 1. Sample Image and Masked PSD: https://bit.ly/3VztvLG 2. Finished PSD: https://bit.ly/3Pf9SVT (Only for PiXimperfect Pro Members) ► LET'S CONNECT: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/piximperfect Facebook: http://facebook.com/piximperfect Twitter: https://twitter.com/piximperfect
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2 days ago
Expert Urban Photoshoot Tips for Street Portraits
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Cities offer so many great portrait opportunities. Here's how to effortlessly plan and execute your next urban photoshoot, capturing a wide variety …