Whether you’re an experienced photographer or just starting to learn about off-camera lights, this guide is filled with illuminating essentials.
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How to Light Your Photos and Videos Like a Pro
Nothing will improve your craft more than an understanding of lighting and the ability to control and create it artificially.
Inside the Lucasfilm Archive: An Elegant Weapon and Other Jedi Artifacts from the Obi-Wan Kenobi Limited Series
Through the props and costumes of Star Wars, we find a tangible link to connect with the characters from a galaxy far, far away and the stories they inhabit. Inside the Lucasfilm Archive, take a closer look at these artifacts and the stories behind their design. Obi-Wan Kenobi is a man who cannot escape his past. In […]
Luke Skywalker and Leia Organa Talk Family in Star Wars: The Princess and the Scoundrel – Exclusive Excerpt
The Battle of Endor was a pivotal victory for the Rebel Alliance, and an occasion for joyous celebration for most. But what happened after the last wokling was tucked into bed at the Ewok village, the music had ceased, and the embers had cooled on Darth Vader’s funeral pyre? In the first excerpt to be […]
Light & Magic Trailer, Official Poster Debut
The Death Star trench run, a morphing T-1000, and the Avengers saving New York from an invading alien army. These moments of movie magic all came to be thanks to Industrial Light & Magic, the legendary visual effects studio founded by George Lucas. Its story will finally be told, and we now have our first […]
You Can’t Escape Poster Posse’s Stunning Obi-Wan Kenobi Art Series
It’s becoming a welcome tradition. Over the last few years, Lucasfilm and Disney have collaborated with the artists of Poster Posse to celebrate the releases of new Star Wars storytelling, creating gorgeous posters for The Mandalorian and The Book of Boba Fett. The partnership continued for Obi-Wan Kenobi — all episodes are now streaming on Disney+ — with a stunning series of art. […]
The Best Smart Lighting Panels, LED Strips, and Ambient Lamps
Light up your life with color, find accent lighting to match your mood, and transform the feel of your home with these decorative devices.
How to Create Very Soft and Flattering Light for Portrait Photos
When it comes to portrait photography, soft light is often the method of choice, as it provides flattering renderings suitable for a wide range of styles and subjects. If you are new to working with artificial lighting and interested in learning more, check out this helpful video tutorial that will show you how to create elegant soft light for portrait work.
Helpful Tips to Improve Your Landscape Photography
Landscape photography is a challenging genre full of nuance, as it requires a combination of technical aptitude and the ability to work through issues out of your control, such as poor weather or hard light. If you would like to improve your landscape images, check out this excellent video tutorial that features an experienced photographer sharing a range of helpful tips sure to bring you better shots.
Common Misconceptions About Artificial Lighting
Artificial lighting is its own world, and it can be a bit overwhelming to try to tackle it all when you are new to the pursuit, which leads to some common misconceptions about the different types of flash, what they are used for, and how they work. This excellent video tutorial examines a lot of those misconceptions and offers a lot of helpful information that will make you better prepared to tackle working with artificial light.