Scott Wyden Kivowitz
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Three ways to use a ring light in photography
At first glance, it might appear as if a ring light has only one purpose in photography. But really, you can think outside the circle (pun intended) to use a ring light in multiple ways. Today we’d like to share some of those with you. Standard method The standard method for using a ring light […] → Read More
This single tip changes everything as a dad and photographer
The single most important tip that I can give you changes everything. As a dad, and as a photographer. Get down to their level. → Read More
Deleting your client's wedding photos ... is it justifiable?
In September 2021, a news story broke worldwide about a photographer deleting all photos from a wedding. Not only that, but it was during the wedding, in front of the groom. This story is controversial to couples getting married and to wedding photographers. Here is what happened … Dog groomer to photographer A full-time dog […] → Read More
Hold, move and hang with the MantisPod Pro
The MantisPod Pro is a tabletop and handheld tripod unlike any other. It’s lightweight and extremely compact. As someone who regularly records vlogs and other videos on the go, I was intrigued by the concept of the PGYTECH MantisPod. In fact, I am a regular user of the SwitchPod, which was created as a better […] → Read More
Mobile Mondays: Must-have iPhone photography apps for iOS 15
With Apple’s iOS 15 on the horizon, we’ll have a ton of improvements at our fingertips. But while you wait for the new iOS version to come out, now is a good time to get ahead and download apps that will change the game for your mobile photography and videography. So below, I will share […] → Read More
A simple, quick off-camera light solution when you're on-the-go
I'm tired of dealing with crazy shadows on faces, so I'm bringing my light(s) again. However, I'm doing it in a new, fun and unique way. → Read More
Speed up your workflow with AI photo culling by AfterShoot
Photographers are constantly looking for ways to save time in their workflows, whether that’s keywording, editing, sending work from Lightroom to their websites, writing blog content or posting on social media. One of the biggest things photographers are looking to save time with is culling. Yes, the dreaded C word, “culling,” is a nightmare for […] → Read More
Look out, Fuji and Olympus: The Nikon retro mirrorless Z fc camera
Back in 2015, I predicted this day was coming. Sure, this was a pre-mirrorless era for Nikon. So the Z brand did not exist. At the time, I thought the camera would be called the Nikon MF. You can read my prediction on LinkedIn. Now, in 2021, Nikon has officially announced their retro-style mirrorless camera called […] → Read More
gadgets Five incredibly useful photography gadgets
As photographers, we often find ourselves faced with endless choices of gadgets and gizmos that could aid in our artwork. → Read More
Powerful and versatile light: The Genaray 34" Spectro LED Baton Light
The Genaray 34″ Spectro LED Baton Light is impressive, but not without some faults. The 4-light Pro Kit, sent to me by B&H, is very useful in a variety of scenarios. The lights can be a valuable part of any photographer’s toolkit. Before I dive in, I want to mention that this is not an […] → Read More
Popping the question: All about surprise proposal photography
How do you go about photographing a surprise proposal photography session? How do you price them so they’re attractive to clients, yet profitable for you? Some of the popular requests we get at our studio are for surprise proposal photography sessions. We’ve found that these sessions are often very lucrative for the photographer. However, we’ve […] → Read More
What you’ll learn, and why you should attend the Lightroom Virtual Summit
I sat down with Dave Cross and Matt Kloskowski to talk about their upcoming Lightroom Virtual Summit, taking place May 3-7, 2021. Although Dave has hosted the Photoshop Virtual Summit in the past, this is the first Lightroom Virtual Summit, and hopefully the first of many to come. In the conversation you can watch or […] → Read More
Four ways to photograph white backgrounds
The simplest things can produce the most results. Sometimes the least expensive things can open doors. White backgrounds are such things. → Read More
The perfect light for photography finally determined
This just in. We have finally, after hundreds of years making photographs, discovered the perfect light. That’s right, folks. The absolutely best time to photograph anywhere on Earth has been discovered. Grab your cameras, grab a lens. Which lens? It doesn’t matter because the light is perfect. Thanks to the Perseverance rover has sent us exactly what we want […] → Read More
I put Adobe's Super Resolution to the test
I put Adobe’s Super Resolution feature through a pretty good, non-scientific test. In fact, I compared it to what I believe is currently the best enlarging software for photographs, Topaz Gigapixel Ai. In the video below you will see me compare enlargements of three types of photographs. The first is a photograph, of Chōjun Miyagi, […] → Read More
The easiest way to add sun flare to photographs
I’m a Lightroom Classic user, and have been since Adobe first released Lightroom. But is Lightroom the best and easiest way to add sun flare to photographs? I have created my own Lightroom presets to make light leaks and flares. However, Lightroom is not designed to make artificial sun flare. That’s where Skylum’s Luminar comes […] → Read More
Should you switch from a DSLR to mirrorless?
If you have been considering the switch from DSLR to mirrorless then listen up. Heck, watch this video. You see, it’s a myth that switching to mirrorless with save you enough weight to make a huge difference. Unless, of course, you are switching from a full-frame DSLR to a cropped sensor or micro four-thirds mirrorless camera. […] → Read More
Should photographers use Clubhouse?
By now I am sure you have heard about Clubhouse. But if not — it’s an audio-only social media platform and it’s mobile app-based. Basically, Clubhouse is a platform where you or anyone can host a talk on a virtual stage. You can allow anyone to join the conversation, raise their hands, ask questions and so […] → Read More
Why I went with the iPhone 12 Pro Max
In this article and in the video down below, I’m going to share why I went with the iPhone 12 Pro Max. I’ll be coming at this from the standpoint of a photographer, a video creator and a father of young kids. Wide lens Before the iPhone 12 Pro Max, whenever I used my iPhone […] → Read More
Xpozer makes printing replacing a print easy
It wasn’t too long ago that Kevin shared his thoughts on the Xpozer print platform here on Photofocus. Today, I want to share mine. First thought First, and foremost, I have to say how cool it is to be able to replace the paper print of wall art, without having to replace the frame it’s […] → Read More