Issue 106

Inside Issue 106

Group Shot Composite

- There are times when one light won’t suffice especially for group portraits. Jesse Rinka leverages consistent lighting and post-production techniques to elevate group portraiture. His tutorial demonstrates how lighting for multiple frames can make a realistic composite.

Tones and Muscles

- Nicole Sikorski shares different lighting positions with her specialty in boudoir and fitness. While showcasing muscles is one thing, flattering the model’s face is just as paramount. Anyone can be versatile when capturing women who showcase their physique with all the glamour, beauty and drama.

Dramatic Male Portrait

- A skilled photographer knows how to balance lighting visually. Take it from Barry Mountford who demonstrates that dramatic lighting can be achieved whether it’s subtle or bold. From using grids, and modifiers to cards, he captures a dramatic male with full control of the shadow and highlight.

Peaky Blinders

- This photo shoot involves a big team to execute the styling and characterization of the iconic TV show Peaky Blinders. Kym Clayton integrates filmmaking techniques such as using light beams, fog, and dramatic poses to portray the roles of the series with advanced planning and creative direction.

Practical Photography

- Using a Canon EOS Rebel T6, Amelia Wysocki captures studio-quality portraits without breaking the bank. She also shares her practical purchases when it comes to gears and studio backgrounds. She maximizes beauty and fashion photography with the right settings, practical lighting, and esthetics.  

Photos/Videos:

• Jesse Rinka

• Nicole Sikorski

• Barry Mountford

• Kym Clayton

• Amelia Wysocki

Editors:

• Mark Gaso

• Bienna Cornacchia

Editor-in-Chief: Mac Gaso

On the Cover: Sydney Van Horn