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Exposure Challenges for Outdoor Glamour Photography

Exposure Challenges for Outdoor Glamour Photography

The term Lighting Ratio refers to the comparison of key or main light to the fill light. The higher the lighting ratio is in a portrait, the higher the contrast will be. Conversely, the lower the ratio, the lower the contrast. This is easier to control in the studio but can be more of a challenge when working outdoors with (mostly) available light.

My No Frills Glamour Photography Concept

My No Frills Glamour Photography Concept

The final portrait of Tia is truly a No-Frills glamour image with, I think anyway, contains echoes of Hollywood glamour photography. The lighting equipment is simple to use and packs into a transportable case.

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At a time when everybody who writes a blog is an expert, I’ve have been writing about photography, cameras and studio lighting since 1981 and digital photography since 1989. I’m passionate about photography and if you would like to get some additional photo tips from all that experience…