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The trick with the first shot

Whenever I start a shoot I always take a "test" shot. I tell the client this is a test of my lighting, but what it actually does is let me quietly examine their facial structure before continuing with the shoot.

Critique for Richard W

This is a critique of Richard's images from a recent workshop at the studios. This is from a nude's workshop - so there's lots of nudity - go no further if you're going to be offended!

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Sammie - Natural Red Head Nude Portrait (video)

"Nudes Deconstructed" - a short YouTube video discussion of an image.

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Adora Photoshoot

These images are from a shoot with a model called Adora. Adora is young and at the time of the shoot had only one previous shoot under her belt with a friend.

How To Photograph Boudoir (Video Download)

Learn about the hottest trend in photography today

This 2 hour 30 minute video program is for professionals and hobbyists alike who want to shoot boudoir images.

A guide to lighting, posing and styling boudoir photography

This video is for professionals and amateurs alike who want to shoot boudoir images. You may already be shooting this style of work, in which case this video will give you a lot of hints and tricks for developing your skills as well as broad inspiration too.

I will show you how to work with sitters and put them at their ease. You will learn how to use a very small space very effectively. I will show you examples of my best-selling shots from the studio that you can simply re-create for your clients or sitters.

I will talk about the business of boudoir, but this is principally a video about photography and how to get the best from inexperienced subjects. Together you will create images that both of you are very happy with.

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AOP part 57: Long Shot Shapes

As you can see when you have something completely black the thing that gives any sense of shape to the subject are the highlights.

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Model of the Day: 03/01/2026 - Victoria Bond

Our daily model photograph with Victoria Bond

Julie Waterhouse - Dancer - Bodyscapes

While working with Julie - a professional working dancer - I was fascinated by the musculature and physiology of her amazingly toned and controlled body.