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What is Loop Lighting in Photography? Loop Lighting Definition and Characteristics In photography, loop lighting refers to placing your main illumination source at about a 30 to 45-degree angle from the camera for portraits. This setup creates a small, loop-shaped…

What is Emphasis in Photography? Emphasis Photography Definition In photography, emphasis is the technique of directing the viewer’s eye to a main subject. It draws the viewer’s attention to a particular element within the frame. It is an accent defining…

The Problem of Excessive Brilliance Main Causes Unwanted brightness in images is typically caused by a strong light source reflecting off a shiny surface or directly entering the camera lens. This phenomenon often results in distracting bright spots, washed-out areas,…

What is Shadow Photography? Understanding Shadows in Photography Illumination is one of the most impactful elements in photography. Illuminated and darkened elements should harmoniously coexist to create a balanced image. Many photographers love to use darker areas of their shots…

What is the Foreground in Photography? Foreground Photography Definition In photography, the foreground refers to the part of the image closest to the viewer. Photographers use it to guide the viewer’s eye to the central part of the scene.  What…

Understanding Hard Light Photography Hard Light Photography Definition Hard light is direct light that casts sharp, strong shadows and creates a high contrast. It comes from a small or focused illumination source—the sun, a flash, or a bare bulb.  How…

What equipment do you use? We use professional digital SLR cameras, as well as professional film cameras. Because film and digital each have their own advantages, the final print is the most important thing to consider. We choose film or digital…

Congrats on your engagement! Firstly, we’d like to congratulate you on this exciting time in your life. The next year will fly by with preparations, invitations and anticipation. It seems like just last year that we were planning our wedding.…

Wedding Venues in ASHEVILLE · BLACK MOUNTAIN · HOT SPRINGS · LAKE LURE · WAYNESVILLE Besides the amazing beer scene, Asheville, NC has a number of beautiful wedding venues. You can find everything from the world-renown Biltmore Estate, to small…

Founder / Photographer bought his first darkroom when he was 16 from money he made bagging groceries. had a professional level darkroom by the time he graduated high school bought his first Mamiya 645 when he was 18 – lots…