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Learn to take better headshots with the help of a pro photographer

Gear Perfect the art of the portrait in this 1.4-hour course taught by Peter Hurley. Learn to take better headshots with the help of a pro photographer with this 1.4-hour course taught by Peter Hurley. Popular Photography

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Review of the Westcott Eyelighter for Headshots and Portraits

The portrait and headshot industry in photography is likely the craft’s most popular niche. As such, it isn’t a stretch to say that there is a multitude of headshot and portrait photographers in every state and country. So, you need … Continue reading

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Tips for Doing Natural Light Headshots and Portraits

You may think that headshots are just like portraits or perhaps think that they are only best photographed in a studio space. Thankfully, natural light headshots can help you to achieve the perfect look and portraits for your clients. Both … Continue reading

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Weekly Photography Challenge – Headshots

You don’t need a fancy studio or lights to do good headshots, but there are a few things you need to get right like the lighting and posing. Images by dPS author Karthika Gupta. Here are some tips for both … Continue reading

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3 Reasons to do Headshots with Natural Light

I love natural light. I’ve probably said this before, but I prefer it to using studio lights. There’s something soft and beautiful about using the light generated by Mother Nature that makes it perfect for every occasion. I use natural … Continue reading

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5 Top Tips for Incredible Headshots Every Time

Headshots are arguably the unsung heroes of the photography world. They’re everywhere, from social media profiles and advertisements to portfolios and hanging on the walls of the home. These carefully crafted images didn’t take themselves, though. If your headshot skills … Continue reading

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How to Edit Corporate Headshots in Lightroom

Although even lighting, and perfect exposure are your biggest allies when it comes to making people look their best in headshots, there are many small adjustments you can make in the editing process, that will make your shots (and your … Continue reading

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10 Tips for Photographing Great Headshots

Photographing a headshot can seem like a daunting prospect. To have one person in front of your camera, looking to you for direction and positivity, is an intense environment. People are generally very critical of themselves in photographs, and feel … Continue reading

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10 Tips for Photographing Great Headshots

Photographing a headshot can seem like a daunting prospect. To have one person in front of your camera, looking to you for direction and positivity, is an intense environment. People are generally very critical of themselves in photographs, and feel … Continue reading

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A Complete Behind-the-Scenes Video of How to Shoot Simple Headshots

One of the most difficult parts of entering an industry is getting to see how the industry actually works. There are internships and apprenticeships, of course—but those don’t pay well, if at all. How else can you see a professional at work, … Continue reading

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Butterfly headshots

This is your chance to have a one-on-one critique with master photographer and all-around great guy Marc Muench. We’ve all seen him active in this forum, been awed at what he can do with his camera, read his publications and … Continue reading

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