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Inside set.a.light 3D V3: Animate Your Lighting Ideas
Say goodbye to static previews! With the new Animation Module in set.a.light 3D V3 (Cinema Version or Add-On), your lighting setups move, shift, and evolve — just like…
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Tipps & Tricks zu set.a.light 3D
Tutorials, lighting setups and guest articles for photographers and filmmakers — straight from the elixxier studio in Stuttgart.
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Painterly, Cinematic, Surreal: Evolved Fine Art Portraiture
The concept of Evolved Fine Art Portraits moves beyond a single, rigid definition of the classical Fine Art Portraiture genre. It explores a rich spectrum where painterly elegance,…
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Let’s Talk Blue: Creative Portraits
Blue often evokes calm serenity or thoughtful distance in photographic art. Yet, its deliberate application in studio portraiture unlocks significant conceptual ideas for creative expression, intentionally avoiding melancholic…
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The Red Effect: Amazing Portrait Concepts
The color red in photography often evokes immediate, powerful associations — a visual explosion, a clear signal, or intense emotion. Surprisingly, despite its usually bold nature, red can…
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Beyond the Basics: Clean, Moody & Magnificent Beauty Portraits
When we hear Beauty Portraits, our minds often conjure images of bright, clean, and crisp visuals, typically seen in high-end campaigns. While that classic approach has its place…
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Inside My 1-Light Setup Challenge: Setups Reconstruction
Just about a year ago, in this newsletter titled My Portrait Photography Challenge: 1 Light. 1 Wall, I presented a project still in progress. Refresh your memory? Download…
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Inspirational Lighting Setup Picks + Generative AI
Today's newsletter brings you yet another fresh dose of inspiration straight from our creative community. Whether you're refining your technique or exploring new styles, these setups are here…
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Telling a Story With Boudoir Images
Boudoir Photography is more than just pretty pictures — it's about confidence, self-expression, and celebrating the person in front of the lens. Whether soft, romantic, bold, or edgy,…
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Expand Your Business Potential with Artist Branding Portraits
Artist branding portrait photography is a lucrative niche that allows you to work closely with musicians, actors, and other performers. Offering these specialized sessions can help you expand…