Tropical vacation: Check. Exotic photoshoot location: Check. You may have even already scheduled a beach photoshoot in Costa Rica with yours truly or another photographer. But…what do you wear? Of course, the stunning location will ensure gorgeous photos regardless of...
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What to Wear for Family Photos on the Beach in Costa Rica
Isn’t it thrilling? You’re going to Costa Rica on vacation! Even better, you’ve decided to hire yours truly to take photos of your family while visiting this stunningly beautiful place. (GREAT choice, by the way!) There’s only one thing left to think about — what to...
Promptography: Because Being Photographed Should Be Fun!
I feel like I don’t look natural. It looks like I’m trying too hard. Man, I wish I were more photogenic. I’m really giving Lurch from the Addams Family a run for his money! Have these thoughts ever crossed your mind when reviewing photos of yourself? I totally get it....
Amazing Tip for Photographing Ice Cream in HOT Costa Rica!
I wanted to photograph ice cream. But...it’s Quepos. I think I’ve mentioned how hot it is here. So how do you photograph ice cream in 85℉+ weather without it melting into an unappetizing puddle all over the place? I found the answer while I was watching one of Joanie...
Spectacular Sunlight: Best Time of Day for Portraits in Natural Light
Updated September 9, 2022 Have you ever seen a portrait in natural light where the subject looked like she had Hitler’s mustache? No, not because she had an overabundance of facial hair directly under her nose. Rather the shadow of her nose was so strong it made you...
Macro Photography on the Cheap: Is a Macro Filter Worth the Money?
Updated September 9, 2022 You may have thought about getting into macro photography. The ability to shoot macro opens up a whole new world of photography. So you check into getting a dedicated macro photography lens. Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro USM Fixed Lens is pretty...
How to Do Genuine Emotional Photography
Have you ever looked through another photographer’s Instagram feed and wondered how they get their clients to look so relaxed and natural for the camera? Do they just naturally get photogenic people that love having their picture taken? It seems like all your...
Why Professional Maternity Photos Matter
Are you debating whether you should have maternity photos taken or not? Here are some things to consider as you decide. Pregnancy is an epic time of life. I know it doesn’t feel that epic when you’re lying awake at 3 in the morning for no reason. Or when you’re hungry...