Category Archives: Tutorials and Tips

The Difference a Reflector Makes

A senior girl posing for her session with light from a reflector bouncing back on her face | Saginaw, Michigan Portrait Photographer

Before last year I had never used a reflector. I didn’t own one, and to be honest, they kind of intimidated me. Well, I finally bit the bullet and got one. And you know what? I hated it at first! Go figure, right? I found it cumbersome, hard to manage, and even harder to hold....

Before and After: My Edits

Dark skinned girl with rim light around her hair. Saginaw, Michigan Photographer

Before and after pictures by other photographers have always intrigued me. Photoshop and Lightroom can really do some amazing things, and I never cease to be amazed by the creativity of artists. So today, I thought I’d show you a few of mine from my senior shoots and explain a little about how I edit....

What to Wear for Your Senior Session

Senior girl wearing two different outfits for her session side-by-side | Michigan High School Photographer

One of the most common questions I get asked is, “What should I wear for my senior session?” Well, you’re in luck, because in this post I’ll tell you! In fact, I’ll do more than that, I’ll show you too. First and foremost, I want you to wear whatever it is that you feel amazing in. Because...

How to Capture a Great Profile

Profile of a small child in black and white. Midland, Michigan Photographer

Let’s talk for a moment about how to capture a great profile of a person. There are many ways you can do it, and many different types of light. My absolute FAVORITE type of light is side light, with the person facing the light source. If you can get the person facing the light when...