Your Practical Photo Tips

Jun 18

Jun 18 Issue 123

Over 170 pages showcasing practical photography tips from the boudoir, glamour, portrait and artistic nude genres. Sal Cincotta reinvents boudoir by utilizing natural urban elements. Krista Espino offers advice for secure underwater photography. One of Sean Mulcahy's original methods for sourcing projected photos is experimenting with re-projection. Liz Hansen shares her expertise on how to build a profitable boudoir photography business. Draw inspiration from Marco Ibanez's portfolio featuring his finest work. Kersten Luts outlines the differences between headshots and portraits but goes beyond providing helpful advice for photographers seeking to optimize their headshot business. MrAnchor demonstrates lighting techniques to bring out the richness of dark skin tones. Mutemwa shares a quick tip for photographers to create special lighting effects such as ripples in the background and surreal floor reflections in the studio. Alastair Currill builds a consistent setup for photographers seeking efficient yet impactful photography solutions.

Mar 20

Mar 20 Issue 122

80 pages showcasing practical photography tips from the boudoir, glamour, portrait and artistic nude genres. Create captivating images with YvensB through the interplay of light and shadow. Liz Hansen offers insight into the journey of starting and growing a million dollar studio. André Felix incorporates foam core boards for depth and dimension. Fayçal Marjane captures dreamy studio reflections using mylar.

Feb 15

Feb 15 Issue 121

Over 70 pages showcasing practical photography tips from from the boudoir, glamour, portrait and artistic nude genres. Featuring The Power of Anonymity by Dominik Zky, Sensual Neon Boudoir by Misty Moss, From Drab to Fab by Roberto Cordero Jr. and Elevating Creativity with Everyday Props by Gina Vadana.

Jan 17

Jan 17 Issue 120

Julie Boehm reveals the artistry of light painting techniques with body art subjects. Mark Gaso takes us on a journey with the Godox AD200, unveiling its potential for unlocking a world of creative possibilities. Jon from Foxlow Photography delves into the art of strategic pricing and the role it plays in establishing a sustainable photography business. Angela Marklew unveils the significance of consolidating all her essential gear into a single compact bag.

Dec 14

Dec 14 Issue 119

Rory Lewis shares tips on handling the pressure and pleasure of photographing icons of the industry as he photographs Ray Dalio. Petr Holoubek shares a motion-inspired dance photo session. Monte Montemayor explores new locations to capture the agility of a dancer’s movement through a collaborative pole dancing photoshoot. Guillermo Sureda shares how specific post-processing actions can affect the vibrancy and feel of your photo as he recreates a modern version of Barbie.

Nov 14

Nov 14 Issue 118

Be inspired with Steve Richard’s retelling of Greek myths with the aesthetic of 1800s London. Kyle Cong provides diverse examples and insights for photographers aiming to capture outdoor portraits. Pete Coco sheds light on the delicate balance between in-camera techniques and editing. Tom Sanders shares how to use a Light Blaster to create sharp and vibrant projections.

Oct 16

Oct 16 Issue 117

Victor Baz turns portraits into jaw-dropping masterpieces with the power of frequency separation. Featuring the works of various photographers, Bienna Ursula delves into the different rules of drone videography and photography. Discover the secrets to creating vivid and vibrant photos as Ariel Cohen shares the necessary lights to create images that beat the clarity of the usual studio photos. Chris Masato shares how he leverages social media videos and reels to have an organic following that can help you promote your photography business.

Sep 14

Sep 14 Issue 116

Nick Fancher applied in-camera multiple exposure in his project with the member of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Flea. Craig Blacklock shares his composition methods, techniques, and approaches to create strong, engaging and emotionally-driven photographs. Krista Espino creates Renaissance-inspired fine art nudes utilizing ocean waves and water particles. André Felix pulls-off a circus-themed glamour shoot by leveraging ambient and tungsten lighting.

Aug 15

Aug 15 Issue 115

Alexander Sviridov teaches us concept generation by recreating Baroque and Post-Impressionist art through portraiture. Giorgio Verzoletto creates a punk rock-inspired photoshoot in-studio by using styling and casting the right model. Guillermo Sureda shoots a uniquely beautiful for a stunning studio concept. Bienna Ursula gives a quick tutorial for using a mobile all to post-process photos quickly for social media use.

Jul 15

Jul 15 Issue 114

Rory Lewis recreates the light and atmosphere of classical portraiture with a touch of mystery and drama. Be inspired by Paolo Lazarotti’s fine art nude portraits shot in the beautiful Italian countryside.Vipin Gapur shares the benefits of tethering for previewing your images with accuracy and detail. Critsey Rowe incorporates shadows to shape the body and set a mood.

Jun 15

Jun 15 Issue 113

Elton Tannis shares practical tips and inspiring portraits for you to embark your photographic journey. Guillermo Sureda shares concepts on how to master photography whether in-studio or outdoors.

May 15

May 15 Issue 112

Joel Grimes shares his guidelines for composing captivating portraits. Steve Richard tells his inspiration for the Dramatic Nude series Cloud Busting. Yahozka Godfrey gives powerful tips for Couples Boudoir. Mike Lloyd empowers Modern Boudoir.

Apr 14

Apr 14 Issue 111

Guillermo Sureda shares tips on effective communication and establishing rapport to help models build confidence during a glamour photoshoot. Inspired by a fantasy film, learn new concepts and a business idea for fantasy photography. Capture cinematic scenes and draw inspiration from period concepts and famous action films that will make your clients have stunning cinematic portraits. Create eye-catching posters through an efficient post-processing method to render a matching image composite.

Mar 15

Mar 15 Issue 110

Michael Sasser and Anita Sadowska compare two similar but different portrait genres: boudoir and swimwear. Capture memorable musician portraits. Get creative with a three-point lighting setup in your home studio. Organize a successful collaboration for a sexy magazine shoot.

Feb 15

Feb 15 Issue 109

Practical tips on hard lighting for studio portraits. Floor lamps for soft ambient lighting. Where to find camera-ready people and concepts. The best NFT platform to monetize your photos.

Jan 14

Jan 14 Issue 108

Elevate your boudoir photoshoots with six creative sets. Ten tips to market your boudoir business. Learn how to avoid overexposed backgrounds outdoors. Get creative with cardboard, gels and prisms.

Dec 15

Dec 15 Issue 107

Pointers for portraiture that will make improve your clientele game. Learn how to use contrasts and concepts while working with natural light on location for better storytelling. Learn how the elements of lighting to client relations, collaborations and post-processing can be vital to your photoshoots. The ideal lens for equine and outdoor photography that demonstrates a bright maximum aperture ideal for shooting in natural light.

Oct 15

Oct 15 Issue 105

Tried and tested rules of composition. A reinvention of cyberpunk rock through portraiture using a simple setup through portraiture. Practical shooting spaces that you can find wherever you go even without a studio. Sexy noir boudoir exploring the beauty of black and white portraiture.

Sep 15

Sep 15 Issue 104

Over 100 pages of tips and tricks about lighting for portraits. Achieve colors in your photography with RGB lights. Balance shadows and portraits for beauty lighting. Enjoy a trendy 80s shoot and a portfolio showcase featuring male models.