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Styling a Photo Shoot with Disco Balls
STYLING A PHOTO SHOOT WITH DISCO BALLS. When it comes to adding a touch of magic and whimsy to your
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Best Ways To Use Your Professional Photos To Enhance Your Brand
BEST WAYS TO USE YOUR PROFESSIONAL PHOTOS TO ENHANCE YOUR BRAND Now that you have a folder filled with stunning
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The Perfect Hand-Painted Canvas Backdrop
THE PERFECT HANDPAINTEDCANVAS BACKDROP As a photographer known for my colorful and saturated work, working with a neutral backdrop was
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Last Minute Photoshoot with David Terry
LAST MINUTE PHOTOSHOOT WITH DAVID TERRY. When it comes to photography, I’ve always considered myself a meticulous planner. I spend
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Creative Session With Zurii
CREATIVE SESSION WITH ZURII. My photography studio is my creative laboratory where I experiment with lighting and photography techniques. It’s
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Creative Portrait Photography Session with Emerson
I’m Gilmar Smith, I’m a creative portrait photographer based in Orlando, Fl. It is not secret that I love photography.
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Creative Personal Brand Session with Shena Field
There’s nothing more flattering than a client traveling from another state just for a photo session. Recently, I had the
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Personal Brand Session with Jesse Rottinghaus
As a creative portrait photographer based in Orlando, Florida, I strive to infuse every photo session with a unique touch
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Creative Personal Brand Session with Dr. Lyly Nguyen
CREATIVE PERSONAL BRAND SESSION WITH DR. LYLY NGUYEN. In the heart of Orlando, Dr. Lyly Nguyen stands out as a
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Personal Project: Floral Harmony.
PERSONAL PROJECT: FLORAL HARMONY. Personal projects provide a unique opportunity to explore new ideas without the constraints often imposed by
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Styling Your Next Photoshoot With Dot Stickers
STYLING YOUR NEXT PHOTOSHOOT WITH DOT STICKERS! As a professional photographer, I’m always looking for ways to push the boundaries
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Using Mylar Paper To Elevate Your Photoshoots.
USING MYLAR PAPER TO ELEVATE YOUR PHOTOSHOOTS. Mylar paper is also known as metalized polyester film. You may have seen
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Wide Angle Lenses for Portrait Photography
MASTERING WIDE ANGLE LENSES FOR UNCONVENTIONAL PORTRAIT ARTISTRY. As a photographer, you may have heard a billion times that you
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Black and White Photography Studio SetUp with a V-Flat.
THE PERFECT BLACK & WHITE PHOTOGRAPHY SETUP WITH A V-FLAT. BLACK & WHITE Headshots are a way people introduce themselves
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Mastering Tabletop Portraits. Part One: The Wooden Table.
MASTERING TABLETOP PORTRAITS PART ONE: THE WOODEN TABLE. By incorporating a table into your workflow, you can effortlessly create compelling
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SIMPLE WAYS TO STYLE YOUR NEXT PHOTOSHOOT WITH SEAMLESS PAPER!
SIMPLE WAYS TO STYLE YOUR NEXT PHOTOSHOOT WITH SEAMLESS PAPER! One of the greatest challenges that we encounter as studio
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Artistic and Creative Ways to Frame Your Shots.
ARTISTIC AND CREATIVE WAYS TO FRAME YOUR SUBJECTS. Framing is a fun way to direct the viewer’s eye toward the
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RGB LIGHTING: Colored Shadows.
RGB LIGHTING COLORED SHADOWS. Photography is an art form that thrives on creativity, and one of the essential elements photographers
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Monochromatic Portraits.
MONOCHROMATIC PORTRAITS. HARNESSING THE VISUAL IMPACT OF A SINGLE COLOR. Photography has the remarkable power to capture the essence of
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Exploring The Artistic Potential Of Props.
EXPLORING THE ARTISTIC POTENTIAL OF PROPS. Props are my favorite elements to enhance the visual appeal and storytelling potential of
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Unveiling the Magic of Projectors in Creative Photography.
UNVEILING THE MAGIC OF PROJECTORS IN CREATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY. Experimentation is key to unlocking new levels of creativity. One technique that
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The Magic Of Themed Family Sessions.
THE MAGIC OF THEMED FAMILY SESSIONS. Through the years I have worked as a photographer, I have witnessed firsthand how
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Personal Brand Sessions FAQ
Personal Brand sessions FAQ Frequently Asked Questions Can I have a consultation before I book my session? Of course! I
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The Most Epic Christmas Cards
THE MOST EPIC CHRISTMAS CARDS. One of the reasons I love Christmas is that it is the only time of
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Christmas In July: Get Ahead on Planning Your Extraordinary Holiday Cards.
CHRISTMAS IN JULY: GET AHEAD ON PLANNING YOUR EXTRAORDINARY HOLIDAY CARDS. It may be July, but it’s never too early
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Preserving the Magic: Unique Children’s Photography That Captures Imagination
PRESERVING THE MAGIC: UNIQUE CHILDREN’S PHOTOGRAPHY THAT CAPTURES IMAGINATION. During childhood, our imaginations run wild and free, and dreams take
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What To Wear On A Personal Brand Session
WHAT TO WEAR ON A PERSONAL BRAND SESSION. A personal brand photography session is an opportunity to make a remarkable
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Personal Brand Sessions With Rachel
PERSONAL BRAND PHOTO SESSIONS: RACHEL ALDERMAN. Since 2019, I have had the privilege of being Rachel’s Personal Brand photographer, and
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Creating Photo Bays for the Photoshop World Conference
creating photo bays for photoshop world conference Photo Bays with a side of pizzazz! Back in 2018 I was contacted
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Family Photo Project: The Indy-Inspired SetUp
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Personal Brand Session Giveaway 2023
PERSONAL BRAND PHOTO SESSION GIVEAWAY! I am super excited to announce my annual Personal Brand Photography Session GIVEAWAY!. This prize
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When Was The Last Time You Updated Your Headshot?
WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME YOU UPDATED YOUR HEADSHOT? If you’re like most entrepreneurs, you probably don’t think much about
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Unlock Your Brand Potential. 5 Reasons Why You Should Invest In A Personal Brand Photography Session in 2023.
UNLOCK YOUR BRAND POTENTIAL: 5 REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD INVEST IN A PERSONAL BRAND PHOTOGRAPHY SESSION IN 2023. Unlock Your
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New Photography Class – White Seamless 11 Creative Ways to Use it.
THE SETUP. What if I tell you, you can utilize a white seamless in 11 different ways in no time
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Join me at PHOTOSHOP WORLD 2022.
JOIN ME AT PHOTOSHOP WORLD August 30 – September 1 I’m super thrilled to be teaching this year at the
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Photography Education
MY EDUCATIONAL CONTENT LIVE AT KELBYONE KELBYONE MAKING MONEY WITH YOUR PHOTOGRAPHY You already create incredible images, why not make