I Heart Trains (Photography)

I Heart Trains (Photography)

Today’s Post by Joe Farace There’s something about the sound of a train that’s very romantic and nostalgic and hopeful.—Paul Simon A few weeks ago Mary and I were going through some of our boxes (and boxes) of 4×6 prints we had made over the years...
Big Studio Looks Without the Price Tag

Big Studio Looks Without the Price Tag

Today’s Post by Joe Farace I started modeling at 28. I’m 5-feet-7 1/2, and I never went on a diet. I followed what my doctor told me: ‘It’s good to have a little bit of fat. Your weight is fine. Don’t go any lighter.’—Isabella Rossellini...
Tricky Tuesday: What Shape is Your Light Modifier?

Tricky Tuesday: What Shape is Your Light Modifier?

My wife suggested “Tricky Tuesday” as a way to share some of the different tricks, tips and techniques I’ve used over the years when shooting glamour images in my home studio. Here’s something that follows up from last Tuesday’s post that was about soft boxes...