Ok, we get it. You love shooting with daylight. And either you think that learning to use flash is hard or you think it’s not the look you’re after. The reality is that mastering flash will not only improve your photography by leaps and bounds, it gives you much greater flexibility, enables you to shoot in the most challenging situations and provides you an edge in the way you create your images. San Francisco-based photographer Luci Valentine used to be in the same boat. But she’s now embraced flash photography - and she did it in a week. She discusses: her past life as a publicist for bands like Snoop dog, Nine-inch nails, Dr Dre and No Doubt, how she overcame her reluctance to shoot with flash, the benefits of embracing the selfie, the garage lighting project, shooting high volume headshots of female leaders, attracting new clients vs chasing new clients, the positive benefits of giving, the amazing success of the front steps project, her flower photography, the benefits of personal projects and much more.
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PHOTO 354: Printing your images at home with guest Ian van der Wolde
PHOTO 353: How to shoot amazing Astro Photography with guest Michael Goh
PHOTO 352: Commercial portrait photography with guest Jeroen Nieuwhuis.
PHOTO 351: How to direct shy, anxious, overconfident or difficult people
PHOTO 350: Awkward and cliche portrait poses to avoid and how to improve them
PHOTO 349: How to photograph strangers with guests Daryl and Judy Ford
PHOTO 348: The essential guide to cropping portraits
PHOTO 347: Get off auto and start shooting in manual mode today
PHOTO 346: The best portrait lenses for beginners, enthusiasts and pros
PHOTO 345: How to photograph high end looking products with entry level gear
PHOTO 344: Five portrait tips every photographer should know.
PHOTO 343: Landscape and Astrophotography with guest Kenneth LeRose
PHOTO 342: Getting started with flash photography
PHOTO 341: How to overcome fear and become a more confident photographer
PHOTO 340: How to shoot great portraits under extreme time pressure or poor lighting conditions
PHOTO 339: What makes a portrait great?
PHOTO 338: How to become a successful elopement/adventure wedding photographer with guest Joel Alston
PHOTO 337: The best photography job in the world with guest Mitchel Wu
PHOTO 336: How to Build an Awesome Brand, Book More Clients and Make Lots More MONEY with guest Jeff Brown
PHOTO 335: Lighting and editing tutorial for beginners, enthusiasts and pros.
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