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You can take portraits with what you have available, even if it's your smartphone and natural light. Composition, angles, and directing have a huge impact on the quality of your photo. However, if you're ready to invest in some gear, Juan shares his camera and lighting recommendations.
0:00 - In This Video
0:34 - Beginner Portrait Photography
4:19 - Mid-Level
8:12 - Professional Portraits 101
12:10 - Outro
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Can photographers blend the worlds of digital and film in portraiture? Join Lotta to learn how the medium-format Hasselblad 907x allows you to have the best of both words, using the CFV 100C and 500C backs.
0:00 - Swedish Design Philosophy
0:26 - Digital Medium Format
1:17 - How the Camera Feels/Handling
1:41 - Digital Film Hybrid
3:41 - Tethering
4:12 - Setting up the Film
6:04 - Film Photos
6:42 - XCD Lenses
7:53 - Final Thoughts
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It's time to ditch the mirror selfie and to get creative with your self-portraiture. But how can you take self-portraits by yourself and remain in focus? Sam answers that question and more in this tutorial!
0:00 - Intro
0:10 - Tripod
0:22 - Focusing
1:11 - Tethering
1:45 - Shooting Mode & Timer
2:04 - The Creative Part
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Dive into the world of high-volume photography, from corporate headshots to a sports media day. There are certain cameras and other pieces of gear that will help streamline your portrait photoshoot workflow. Sam will also cover how to get creative when taking environmental portraits as well!
0:00 In This Video
0:23 Cameras & Lighting
1:15 Creative Environmental Portraits
1:26 Tethering & Capture One
1:52 High-Volume Photo Firmware Upgrades
2:24 Barcode Scanning
4:23 Final Thoughts
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In honor of National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day, our team headed to Animal Care Centers of NYC’s (@ACCNYC) new facility in Queens to take dog headshots. Gabe and Sam share how to get a pet's attention, how to pose them, what kind of lighting to use, and more.
0:00 - Intro
0:52 - Treats & Toys
2:43 - Backgrounds (Indoors & Outdoors)
3:31 - Posing & Action Shots
4:56 - Cameras & Lenses
5:59 - Lighting
7:26 - Bonus Tips
8:44 - More from NYC ACC
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Lotta asks the professional portrait and wedding photographers at WPPI Expo 2025 for their hot takes, as well as the lessons they've learned at the conference!
0:00 - Intro
0:29 - Hot Takes
3:17 - New Lessons Learned
6:07 - Lotta's Hot Takes
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Choosing the right camera gear can feel overwhelming, especially when you're just starting out. Whether you're venturing into wildlife photography, launching a portrait business, diving into travel photography and videography, or exploring landscape photography, having the right setup is important. To help you navigate your choices, our resident photographers and videographers share their top gear recommendations based on their own experiences.
0:00 - Intro
0:25 - Portrait Overview
0:45 - Portrait Gear Under $500
1:36 - Under $800
2:22 -
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Want to up your portrait photography game? Lotta teaches you how to incorporate more interesting techniques in your next portrait photoshoot.
0:00 Intro
0:31 Filters
2:04 Props
3:08 Ambient Light at Night
3:54 What're Your Tips?
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Professional photographer Omar Gonzalez (@ongonzilla) shares why he loves using the Nikon Z6 III for his portrait photoshoots. Go behind the scenes as he captures senior portraits with the Z6III. You’ll learn how he utilizes this mirrorless camera, his on-location lighting setup, and more.
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Join Anne Geddes as she discusses her approach to photographing babies and newborns. You'll learn how to simplify your photoshoots, as well as how to never miss a moment.
0:00 - Intro
0:23 - Tip 1
1:17 - Tip 2
2:13 - Tip 3
4:22 - Tip 4
5:11 - Tip 5
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There are different types of travel portraits, and the lens focal length you choose affects the story you want to tell. Maria shows you how to go beyond the typical vacation snapshot through natural lighting, settings, focal length, and more.
0:00 In This Video
1:35 The Headshot
3:42 Telephoto Portraits
6:28 Wide-Angle Portraits
8:28 Super-Telephoto Portraits
11:06 Ultra-Wide Portraits
13:58 Self Portraits
16:06 Sunset Silhouette
17:14 What's Next?
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Learn how to plan your travel portraiture before your trip, such as finding locations, choosing your lenses, and packing other essentials.
0:00 - In This Video
0:45 - Research, Planning, & Location Scouting
4:57 - Camera & Lenses
13:50 - Accessories
18:49 - What Do You Need?
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Get on your portrait photography A-game with Maria’s guide! Whether you’re a beginner or looking for a refresher, this tutorial is packed with tips on lighting, coaching, composition, gear selection, and settings.
0:00 - In This Video
0:22 - Coaching & Directing People
1:41 - Understanding Light
2:56 - Framing & Posing Your Subject
4:23 - Focal Length & Settings
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Reza Malayeri shares his tips for using off-camera flash outdoors so you can bring your creative vision to life.
0:00 - In This Video
0:17 - Benefits of Off Camera Flash
0:35 - What is the Story?
0:54 - Location Scouting
1:14 - Choosing Gear
1:41 - Planning Ahead
2:11 - Having Fun
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Lotta shares her secrets for successful portrait photography. Learn how to make the most of the gear you have, how to pose your subjects, and more!
0:00 - In This Video
0:16 - Comfort
0:55 - Warm Up
1:29 - Feedback
2:15 - Prompts
3:13 - Depth of Field
3:52 - Don't Limit Yourself
4:17 - Know Your Gear