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 314: What are the best backgrounds for portraits?
PHOTO 313: Seven Portrait lighting tricks using daylight or flash for beginners and pros
PHOTO 312: A complete guide to buying and working with camera lenses
PHOTO 311: How to create a black background using daylight or flash
PHOTO 310: A complete guide to product photography
PHOTO 309: How to shape and control light
PHOTO 308: The complete guide to working with Speedlights for beginners and pros
PHOTO 307: The art of storytelling with guest documentary photographer Penny Stephens
PHOTO 306: How to boost your creativity and take original images that get noticed
PHOTO 305: The five qualities of light every photographer must know.
PHOTO 304: Beginner and Pro Photo fails and how to prevent them
PHOTO 303: Photography gear guide for beginners, enthusiasts and pros
PHOTO 302: How to earn six figures plus by finding your niche with guest Tracy Moore
PHOTO 301: Headshot and selfie tips with guest Andrej Valko
PHOTO 300: The best photography lessons from 300 shows!
PHOTO 299: How to start a pet photography side hustle with guest Jason McCoy
PHOTO 298: The importance of personal projects with guest Joseph Rodriguez
PHOTO 297: Underwater portrait photography with guest Steffen Binke
PHOTO 296: The secrets to a successful portrait photography business with guest Bernie Griffiths
PHOTO 295: Bring your photos to life with cinemagraphs
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