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by Luke Rollins · Posted
The wealth of B&H is not measured in sales, but in the accumulated knowledge of its people. The breadth of such experience is impossible to quantify, let alone price, which is why we’re offering this batch of wedding photography advice completely free of charge.
Andrea Buritica, Sales Associate – Chat & Email
Burikitak Photography
One of the best parts about working at B&H is that I get to talk about gear all day. However, it’s doing wedding
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
For a beginner, few things seem more intimidating than photographing a wedding. A sense of anxiety is perfectly normal if you haven't yet spent much time in this field. It's important to remember that we all begin somewhere, and even the most experienced pros were also novices at one point. With practice and education, nerves begin to morph into confidence.
No two weddings are the same, but whether traditional or unconventional, the goal is to be properly equipped to document the key moments of the day. A
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Do you plan your images? Really think about that question. Do you have an idea of an image before you head out for a shoot, or do you let the moment inspire you as the pieces fall into place? There's no wrong answer here. Planning or "pre-visualization" is a key piece of the photography puzzle that some put a lot of thought and effort into while others effortlessly come up with ideas on the fly.
No matter how you go about taking a picture, there is some level of planning that goes into a shot. With that said, there's a big difference between
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
When it comes to improving your wedding photography, you're likely to hear a lot about gear. We've done our fair share of these gear guides from using fast lenses to complicated lighting set ups. Now, we want to talk about techniques you can use to up your wedding photography game.
Let's take a step back and return to the basics. In this guide, we're going to look at five simple things you can do to up your wedding photography game. These tricks will aid us in both our understanding of the job, marketing ourselves, and client relations.
Be
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Finding the right lighting solution on a budget can be overwhelming, even for the most seasoned shooters. To make things a little easier, we’ve put together a list of some our favorite lights and lighting accessories for under $100.
Speedlights
The Godox TT350 Flash is a small TTL speedlight available for most major brands. TTL stands for “through-the-lens” metering, which is as close to auto as flash photography can
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Portraiture: It’s one of the most popular and prevalent forms of photography. Although it may seem simple on paper, it comes with its own unique obstacles. Of course, you’ll want to be familiar with your gear. This is essential to all working photographers, but it allows you to focus your efforts on the genre-specific challenges you’ll face.
When photographing people, you’ll find that some folks are photogenic, while others are not. Your job as a photographer is to break down the barriers set by your clients and to put them in the most
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Weddings are one of the most significant days in a couple’s life, and they often have high expectations of the way it’s recorded. Some couples desire to have their day photographed in a manner in which they barely know it’s even happening. Others might prefer the superstar treatment and choose to have their special day shot in a more manicured, glamourous way. The approach—or “style”—we take to photographing a wedding is highly personal, while also being dependent on client’s needs. Wedding photography styles sit on a spectrum. There’s
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Photographers often react instinctively against artificial intelligence, typically focusing on controversial generative AI. Meanwhile, a different branch of AI technology—machine learning systems—has been making remarkable progress helping photographers manage overwhelming image workflows under tight deadlines.
Above Image © Sam Hurd
In today's show, we explore this trending topic in a discussion with Justin Benson and Sam Hurd, both accomplished wedding photographers and tech entrepreneurs.
Justin begins by clarifying the distinction between
by Danielle Marsella · Posted
Wedding season is upon us, bringing clear skies and warm weather—the perfect backdrop for capturing stunning couple portraits and candid moments at ceremonies and receptions. For photographers tasked with capturing a once-in-a-lifetime event, high-quality lighting gear is a must. Learn more about versatile light and modifier options to elevate your couple’s special day.
Capture with an On-Camera Flash
A compact and often powerful tool, on-camera flashes offer wedding photographers versatility while documenting weddings spanning across multiple
by Darrell Holdaway · Posted
There is a first time for everything, and if you have your mind set on producing a wedding video, you will encounter plenty of “firsts” during that initial wedding weekend. There is a first kiss, a first dance, and a first slice of cake. Where will you have your cameras set up for each of these memorable moments? Will you need lights for every shot? How will you manage the audio? When the bride says “I do,” you will want everything in place to ensure that you capture every word and angle. This guide will address equipment needs, event
by Zach Young · Posted
The aesthetics of street photography has evolved greatly over the years. On one side of the spectrum, you have the more “natural” look championed by icons like Henri Cartier-Bresson, William Klein, and Vivian Maier: no added light, no post-processing, no cropping, etc. Elsewhere, you have the innovators, the iconoclasts—artists like Bruce Gilden and Dina Litovsky—who regularly eschew the natural aesthetic by utilizing a
by Zack Young · Posted
So, your spouse has elected you official photographer of the family holiday party! Or maybe your boss volunteered you to shoot the office party? Or your kids put your name in the running as school party cameraperson. Regardless of the type of party you’ve been assigned (or volunteered) to photograph, here are some tips and tricks that will help you capture memories that will last a lifetime.
Right Gear for Your Holiday Party
As your party’s official
by John Harris · Posted
It would be foolish to claim that there is only one way to take a portrait, but there are some accepted norms and basic camera settings that you should understand if portraiture is to become your area of photographic interest. Remember though, as you walk down your creative path, that a portrait is more than a headshot, more than a beautiful photo of your subject; it is an opportunity to get to know someone, to have a visual conversation with a person, and to use your photographic skills to pass that understanding of the person on to the
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Scott Robert Lim is a master of lighting in any location. Watch this B&H video and learn how he utilizes continuous and natural lighting to capture cinematic portraits and candid photos.
0:00 - Introduction and Overview
2:48 - Wedding Photographers Are the Best
5:57 - What Are Cinematic Weddings?
7:52 - Gear
12:46 - Lim’s Techniques
22:59 - Eight Essential Cinematic Weddings Shots
56:08 - More from Lim, and Recap
1:00:01 - Q&A
Is there anything you'd like to add from your own experience? Have at it in the Comments section!
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For Mother’s Day, let’s learn how to take photos of your mom that she will really like. Whether you're photographing a mom and her kids or a solo portrait, Maria Perez’s five tips, such as finding the right lighting or taking candid photos, will help you highlight her beauty.
Do you have any tips to share on how to take great portraits of mom? Use the Comments section, below, to describe your technique.