Techniques & Advice for Photographers
6th September 2010
A Giant Reflector Flood
Making a large reflector floodlight for studio use out of papier mache ....read more >>
29th September 2009
Large DIY Softbox
Building and using a large softbox with your flash head...read more >>
2nd May 2009
Making a single studio light work
Using a single studio light to perform a number of tasks...read more >>
13th April 2009
Optimising the small Studio
Making the best use of the available space in a small studio...read more >>
3rd February 2009
Fantasy effects without Your Computer
Fantasy effects without using a computer or double exposures...read more >>
10th January 2009
Using Diffusers and Reflectors Outdoors
This Technique section is about ways of controlling contrast in sunlight....read more >>
29th December 2008
Alternative Lighting System
Using Studio Flash without a reflector is an alternative...read more >>
26th December 2008
DIY Studio Ring Light
Building studio ring light that has other uses...read more >>
24th November 2008
Make-up
The larger professional studios often employ make-up artists on photo shoots to get the very best out their model's looks...read more >>
13th November 2008
Finding and working with models
Most people start off by photographing their families and friends. This can be a great start as a way of building your own confidence...read more >>
2nd August 2008
Using backgrounds around the home
All is not lost if one does not have access to the sort of location opportunities or the lavished studios that some professionals use...read more >>
28th June 2008
DIY Locations
Pictures of women are so often shot in the most exotic surroundings. If you do not have access to interesting locations, what can be done...read more >>
11th March 2008
Shooting outdoors in sunlight
Photographing women outside in sunlight is often difficult because direct light is not flattering...read more >>
10th January 2008