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SimoneH and Jed

WARNING: Adult Content. From a joint portfolio build shoot, really going for the dark and moody look and atmosphere.

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Critique for Neill

Review for Neill following our Art Nude shoot on location

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Boudoir Low Key

When shooting low-key images, it is common to use two lights. The first is the main light for the subject and the second is used as a hair or rim light to give some separation from the background.

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Model of the Day: 12/04/2026 - Maja Stina

Our daily model photograph with Maja Stina

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Can machine learning tell you if your pictures are awesome?

Everypixel have recently launched a web app that uses machine learning to examine your images and tell you if they are "awesome" and how awesome they are! We've got a test here to see if you agree.

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Critique for Dennis

Not sure why, but I can only open a few of the images Dennis has sent for review. Very soft and over exposed in the highlights.

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Detailed Backgrounds

THINKING: While working in some woods Freya and I discovered this amazing root system for a fallen tree.

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Model of the Day: 10/04/2026 - Harriett Langley

Our daily model photograph with Harriett Langley

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Too Many Pictures... (video)

A short YouTube photography tip

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Boudoir High Key Part 3

I'm now using that window light as a rim light, letting it fall sideways across the body. By letting the sitter use the wall they can give themselves some comfort, I will have them lean on the wall several ways, with their back to the wall, wit...