portrait photography
PiXAPRO Studio Gear Review: Nesting Apple Boxes and PiXAPOSE Mat Tested
May 21, 2026
Alex Baker
Apple boxes are one of those bits of studio equipment that end up being useful on almost every shoot. They can raise a subject slightly…
Prepare to Steam-Up Your Monitor with the 2026 Top Black Boudoir Photographers’ Awards
May 14, 2026
David Prochnow
In a sultry nod to boudoir photography, the Coterie Noir has announced its 2026 Top Black Boudoir Photographers awards, spotlighting artists who are reshaping the…
Lend an Influencer Creed to Your Portraits with a “Looksmaxxing” Effect
May 11, 2026
David Prochnow
What happens when a self-improvement wannabe drinks three energy drinks, downloads five grooming apps, and starts ranking jawlines like it’s the NFL draft? “Looksmaxxing” is…
Make this Modern Take on a Locket Portrait
May 4, 2026
David Prochnow
Are you looking for that ideal/unique gift for an upcoming special occasion (e.g., birthday, Mother’s Day, etc.) that shows someone that you really love them?…
Platypod Bracket & Bounce is the Most Versatile Flash Bracket I’ve Ever Used
Apr 24, 2026
DeeJay Neilson
Using on-camera flash is one of those things that can either work really well or completely fall apart depending on the location – and the…
Viltrox AF 35mm F1.2 LAB N for Sony Cameras Loses the Display but Refines Control
Apr 23, 2026
Alberto Lima
Viltrox has been on a tear since NAB, this time they’re reintroducing the flagship lens for Sony cameras – the Viltrox AF 35mm F1.2 LAB N.
Step Into the Spotlight: Take Professional Photos on Your Own Terms
Feb 18, 2026
Alysa Gavilan
Discover self-shoot photo studios where you control lighting, camera, and backdrop.
Godox X3 Pro Offers Photographers Off-Camera Flash with Little Compromises
Feb 3, 2026
Alberto Lima
One of the most critical skills a photographer can learn is using both on-camera and off-camera flash. For many, on-camera flash is a straightforward affair – you buy a compatible flashgun, slap it on, and you learn how it works with your camera. Off-camera flash, by contrast, requires a bit more equipment and, by extension, more investment. That’s where the Godox X3 Pro flash trigger comes in: priced around $100 USD, it lets you pair various Godox flashguns and strobes with your camera system. But does it skimp on functionality?
Upcoming Lomography Lens Series Makes Your Photos Swirl Like a Witch’s Brew!
Jan 30, 2026
David Prochnow
Welcome to the world of Lomography optical wizardry, where science meets sorcery and lenses don’t just capture images they make your photos look possessed, but…
Stop Making These 5 Portrait Photography Mistakes, Do This Instead
Jan 28, 2026
Alex Baker
Every portrait photographer has a backlog of images they’d rather forget. Not because they’re terrible, but because with hindsight, the mistakes are obvious. Maybe the…