So you want to be a photographer: Transform your skills and build a profitable photography business

By Gina Milicia

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Leading celebrity and portrait photographer Gina Milicia discusses how to get the most out of your photography, including all the gear and gadgets you need. She chats to photography enthusiast Valerie Khoo on how to pose people, scout the best locations, and more. Useful tips, practical advice – and even some gossip – to help you get ahead, behind the lens!

Episode Date
PHOTO 374: The final episode
Feb 21, 2022
PHOTO 373: How Luci Valentine learned off-camera flash in one week
Dec 15, 2021
PHOTO 372: Stepping out of your photography comfort zone and thriving with guest Kerri Setch
Dec 08, 2021
PHOTO 371: Five reasons your images look old fashioned or dated and how to fix them
Dec 01, 2021
PHOTO 370: Finding your niche with portrait photographer Brian Becnel
Nov 24, 2021
PHOTO 369: Pet photography with guest Jannene Meyer
Nov 17, 2021
PHOTO 368: It’s never too late to be what you might have been, with guest Karla Livney
Nov 10, 2021
PHOTO 367: Beyond the cliche: How to shoot family portraits that stand out from the pack
Nov 03, 2021
PHOTO 366: What is the best lens for portraits? Wide or long?
Oct 27, 2021
PHOTO 365: We are back! How to start a photography side hustle
Oct 20, 2021
PHOTO 364: The best advice from the masters of photography part two
Sep 15, 2021
PHOTO 363: The best advice from the masters of photography part one
Sep 08, 2021
PHOTO 362: A complete guide to landscape photography for beginners and intermediates with guest, Brenda Petrella
Sep 01, 2021
PHOTO 361: It’s never too late to start a photography business with guest Rebecca Martin
Aug 25, 2021
PHOTO 360: Fine art lifestyle, virtual and family photography with guest Anna Hornby
Aug 18, 2021
PHOTO 359: How to improve your photography anywhere in just 10 minutes a day with guest Danni Banchi
Aug 11, 2021
PHOTO 358: 5 pro tips for beginners and enthusiasts to take their photography to the next level
Aug 04, 2021
PHOTO 357: How to build a photography side hustle when you work full time.
Jul 28, 2021
PHOTO 356: Finding joy and fulfilment in photography with guest Pauline Klemm
Jul 21, 2021
PHOTO 355: The best ways to improve your photography skills
Jul 14, 2021
PHOTO 354: Printing your images at home with guest Ian van der Wolde
Jul 07, 2021
PHOTO 353: How to shoot amazing Astro Photography with guest Michael Goh
Jun 30, 2021
PHOTO 352: Commercial portrait photography with guest Jeroen Nieuwhuis.
Jun 23, 2021
PHOTO 351: How to direct shy, anxious, overconfident or difficult people
Jun 16, 2021
PHOTO 350: Awkward and cliche portrait poses to avoid and how to improve them
Jun 09, 2021
PHOTO 349: How to photograph strangers with guests Daryl and Judy Ford
Jun 03, 2021
PHOTO 348: The essential guide to cropping portraits
May 26, 2021
PHOTO 347: Get off auto and start shooting in manual mode today
May 19, 2021
PHOTO 346: The best portrait lenses for beginners, enthusiasts and pros
May 12, 2021
PHOTO 345: How to photograph high end looking products with entry level gear
May 05, 2021
PHOTO 344: Five portrait tips every photographer should know.
Apr 28, 2021
PHOTO 343: Landscape and Astrophotography with guest Kenneth LeRose
Apr 21, 2021
PHOTO 342: Getting started with flash photography
Apr 13, 2021
PHOTO 341: How to overcome fear and become a more confident photographer
Apr 07, 2021
PHOTO 340: How to shoot great portraits under extreme time pressure or poor lighting conditions
Apr 01, 2021
PHOTO 339: What makes a portrait great?
Mar 24, 2021
PHOTO 338: How to become a successful elopement/adventure wedding photographer with guest Joel Alston
Mar 17, 2021
PHOTO 337: The best photography job in the world with guest Mitchel Wu
Mar 10, 2021
PHOTO 336: How to Build an Awesome Brand, Book More Clients and Make Lots More MONEY with guest Jeff Brown
Mar 03, 2021
PHOTO 335: Lighting and editing tutorial for beginners, enthusiasts and pros.
Feb 17, 2021
PHOTO 334: The 40 year self portrait series with guest Nancy Floyd
Feb 10, 2021
PHOTO 333: How to become a commercial Photographer with guest Tony Roslund
Feb 03, 2021
PHOTO 332: How to develop a unique style with guest Preet Uday
Jan 27, 2021
PHOTO 331: Lighting, posing and editing a character portrait
Jan 20, 2021
PHOTO 330: Learn to Licence your photos with guest Adam Taylor
Jan 13, 2021
PHOTO 329: The best ways to organise your photography gear, files and time.
Jan 06, 2021
PHOTO 328: More great lessons in photography from 2020
Dec 30, 2020
PHOTO 327: The best photography lessons of 2020
Dec 23, 2020
PHOTO 326: Editing tips for beginners, enthusiasts and pros
Dec 16, 2020
PHOTO 325: How to photograph live events and concerts with Brian Friedman
Dec 09, 2020
PHOTO 324: Posing, Lighting and composing portraits for beginners and pros
Dec 02, 2020
PHOTO 323: Macro photography with guest Eduard Florin Niga
Nov 25, 2020
PHOTO 322: The art of storytelling with nat geo photographer Ami Vitale
Nov 18, 2020
PHOTO 321: Documentary photography with guest Ian Weldon
Nov 11, 2020
PHOTO 320: Candid family and commercial photography with guest Rowena Meadows
Nov 04, 2020
PHOTO 319: Splash photography, and Photoshop 2021 update review
Oct 28, 2020
PHOTO 318: How to shoot authentic and meaningful photographs with guest Angela Percival
Oct 21, 2020
PHOTO 317: personal portrait projects with guest Scott McAulay
Oct 15, 2020
PHOTO 316: How to pose, direct, light and compose candid, natural-looking portraits
Oct 07, 2020
PHOTO 315: Street, travel and mobile phone tips with guest Mark Hemmings
Sep 30, 2020
PHOTO 314: What are the best backgrounds for portraits?
Sep 23, 2020
PHOTO 313: Seven Portrait lighting tricks using daylight or flash for beginners and pros
Sep 16, 2020
PHOTO 312: A complete guide to buying and working with camera lenses
Sep 09, 2020
PHOTO 311: How to create a black background using daylight or flash
Sep 02, 2020
PHOTO 310: A complete guide to product photography
Aug 26, 2020
PHOTO 309: How to shape and control light
Aug 21, 2020
PHOTO 308: The complete guide to working with Speedlights for beginners and pros
Aug 12, 2020
PHOTO 307: The art of storytelling with guest documentary photographer Penny Stephens
Aug 06, 2020
PHOTO 306: How to boost your creativity and take original images that get noticed
Jul 30, 2020
PHOTO 305: The five qualities of light every photographer must know.
Jul 23, 2020
PHOTO 304: Beginner and Pro Photo fails and how to prevent them
Jul 16, 2020
PHOTO 303: Photography gear guide for beginners, enthusiasts and pros
Jul 08, 2020
PHOTO 302: How to earn six figures plus by finding your niche with guest Tracy Moore
Jul 02, 2020
PHOTO 301: Headshot and selfie tips with guest Andrej Valko
Jun 25, 2020
PHOTO 300: The best photography lessons from 300 shows!
Jun 17, 2020
PHOTO 299: How to start a pet photography side hustle with guest Jason McCoy
Jun 10, 2020
PHOTO 298: The importance of personal projects with guest Joseph Rodriguez
May 28, 2020
PHOTO 297: Underwater portrait photography with guest Steffen Binke
May 21, 2020
PHOTO 296: The secrets to a successful portrait photography business with guest Bernie Griffiths
May 13, 2020
PHOTO 295: Bring your photos to life with cinemagraphs
May 06, 2020
PHOTO 294: Documentary photography with guest Donato DiCamillo
Apr 29, 2020
PHOTO 293: Macro Photography challenge for beginners and pros
Apr 22, 2020
PHOTO 292: Trick photography challenge for beginners, enthusiasts and pros
Apr 15, 2020
PHOTO 291: Light painting for beginners, enthusiasts and pros
Apr 08, 2020
PHOTO 290: Photo challenge week 2 + product and portrait isolation tips for beginners and pros
Apr 01, 2020
PHOTO 289: Introducing photo challenges. Week 1: Window light and more self-isolation photography tips
Mar 25, 2020
PHOTO 288: How to make the most of Covid19 quarantines and shutdowns
Mar 18, 2020
PHOTO 287: Five Portrait photography techniques every photographer should know
Mar 11, 2020
PHOTO 286: Travel and street photography with guest David duChemin
Mar 04, 2020
PHOTO 285: How to shoot from the heart and get published with guest Tomash
Feb 27, 2020
PHOTO 284: How to create images that stand out from the pack with guest Karen Alsop
Feb 19, 2020
PHOTO 283: The worst photography habits and how to fix them
Feb 12, 2020
PHOTO 282: How to create a six-figure portrait business with guest Sean Brown
Feb 05, 2020
PHOTO 281: How to share or sell your art on social media without being salesy
Jan 29, 2020
PHOTO 280: 3 simple ways to improve your photography in 5 minutes a day
Jan 22, 2020
PHOTO 279: How to shoot relaxed and authentic portraits with guest Nick Boothman
Jan 15, 2020
PHOTO 278: How to be the best photographer of newborns in the world with guest Anne Geddes
Jan 08, 2020
PHOTO 277: The best photography lessons of the year
Jan 02, 2020
PHOTO 276: Get noticed without social media with guest Daniel Milnor
Dec 25, 2019
PHOTO 275: What you should do if your images are stolen or used without your permission with guest David Harvey
Dec 18, 2019
PHOTO 274: 7 things you can start doing today to improve your confidence as a photographer
Dec 11, 2019
PHOTO 273: Turn your passion project into success with Romain Thiery
Dec 04, 2019
PHOTO 272: The complete guide to being a great second shooter at weddings with guest Misha Wynn
Nov 27, 2019
PHOTO 271: Headshots, lighting, faster editing hacks, listener questions and photo
Nov 20, 2019
PHOTO 270: How to take amazing images on your smartphone with guest Emil Pakarklis
Nov 13, 2019
PHOTO 269: The art of photographing meaningful and authentic portraits with Cam Neville
Nov 06, 2019
PHOTO 268: How to stand out from the pack with Phlean’s Aaron Nace
Oct 30, 2019
PHOTO 267: Complete guide to Black and White photography
Oct 23, 2019
PHOTO 266: How to take better images without upgrading your gear
Oct 16, 2019
PHOTO 265: A beginners guide to photography websites with guest Alex Vita
Oct 09, 2019
PHOTO 264: The best DIY photography tips and gadgets
Oct 02, 2019
PHOTO 263: Home studios on a budget with guest Peter Foote
Sep 25, 2019
PHOTO 262: How to get the perfect exposure in every lighting condition
Sep 18, 2019
PHOTO 261: How to find great images anywhere with guest Alan Fletcher
Sep 11, 2019
PHOTO 260: The beginner's guide to gear and lighting for groups with daylight or flash Part 2
Sep 04, 2019
PHOTO 259: How to photograph wildlife with guest Scott Bourne
Aug 28, 2019
PHOTO 258: The ultimate guide to photographing small, medium and large groups of people Part 1
Aug 21, 2019
PHOTO 257: How to print and sell landscape images with photographer Tom Putt
Aug 14, 2019
PHOTO 256: 5 reasons why your images aren’t sharp and how to fix them.
Aug 07, 2019
PHOTO 255: Wedding photography tips from acclaimed photographer Nick Ghionis
Jul 31, 2019
PHOTO 254: How to shoot world class portraits with guest Antonis Engrafou
Jul 24, 2019
PHOTO 253: How to shoot amazing black and white landscape photos with guest Jack Curran
Jul 17, 2019
PHOTO 252: How to shoot memorable, meaningful and authentic photos
Jul 11, 2019
PHOTO 251: Documentary travel photography and the joy of philanthropy with guest Kerry Pryor
Jul 03, 2019
PHOTO 250: Never stop chasing your dreams with guest Kristi Herd
Jun 26, 2019
PHOTO 249: Listener questions and photo critiques
Jun 19, 2019
PHOTO 248: How to shoot portraits on the run
Jun 13, 2019
PHOTO 247: How to pitch yourself as a photographer with guest Olivia Bossert
May 29, 2019
PHOTO 246: How to create high-end images on a budget with guest Rahim Mastafa
May 22, 2019
PHOTO 245: How to break into commercial animal photography with guest Jamie Piper
May 15, 2019
PHOTO 244: Your headshot photography questions answered
May 08, 2019
PHOTO 243: How to take photos that stand out in a crowded market
Apr 17, 2019
PHOTO 242: How to photograph sporting events with guest Robert Cianflone
Apr 11, 2019
PHOTO 241: How to photograph art using basic or advanced techniques
Apr 03, 2019
PHOTO 240: From amateur to pro in less than 3 years with guest Andy Macpherson
Mar 27, 2019
PHOTO 239: How to photograph pets with multi award-winning photographer Craig Bullock
Mar 20, 2019
PHOTO 238: How to overcome your fear of self-promotion with guest Shawna Beckmann
Mar 13, 2019
PHOTO 237: How to create the perfect portrait in seven simple steps
Mar 07, 2019
PHOTO 236: How to take your portraits to the next level using styling and colour with guest Dijanna Mulhearn
Feb 28, 2019
PHOTO 235: Five things every photographer must know
Feb 20, 2019
PHOTO 234: Light painting with guest Denis Smith
Feb 13, 2019
PHOTO 233: How to shoot Food photography like a pro with guest Joanie Simon
Feb 06, 2019
PHOTO 232: Ready to start a photography business? Here are some common mistakes to avoid.
Jan 30, 2019
PHOTO 231: What are the biggest photography trends for 2019?
Jan 16, 2019
PHOTO 230: From personal projects to a book deal with Craig Wetjen
Jan 09, 2019
PHOTO 229: The fine art of documentary photography with guest Niki Boon
Jan 02, 2019
PHOTO 228: Best photography lessons from 2018
Dec 26, 2018
PHOTO 227: How to photograph small, medium and large events for beginners and pros
Dec 19, 2018
PHOTO 226: 100 strangers project with guest Vijay Britto
Dec 12, 2018
PHOTO 225: The future of photography with guests Chris Marquardt and Adrian Stock
Dec 05, 2018
PHOTO 224: How to take flattering portraits of anyone
Nov 28, 2018
PHOTO 223: Are your images out of focus? It may not be your fault with guest Wayne Rogers
Nov 21, 2018
PHOTO 222: What are the best lenses and camera settings for portrait, and documentary photography
Nov 14, 2018
PHOTO 221: How to take your landscape photography to the next level with guest Mieke Boynton.
Oct 31, 2018
PHOTO 220: Classic portrait lighting styles and how to create them using daylight or flash
Oct 24, 2018
PHOTO 219: Finding your authentic photography style with guest Sean Tucker
Oct 18, 2018
PHOTO 218: How to work with speedlights for beginners, intermediate and pros
Oct 11, 2018
PHOTO 217: How to see and read light
Oct 05, 2018
PHOTO 216: How to be a fearless photographer with guest Julia Coddington
Sep 28, 2018
PHOTO 215: Sony, Canon, Nikon, Panasonic, Olympus or Fuji? Mirrorless or DSLR? Here is what you need to know.
Sep 19, 2018
PHOTO 214: Donato Dicamillo shoots street portraits from the heart
Sep 12, 2018
PHOTO 213: Five simple ways to dramatically improve your portrait photography
Sep 07, 2018
PHOTO 212: How to develop a unique photography style with guest Bradley Hanson
Aug 30, 2018
PHOTO 211: Headshots for beginners, fill light and the importance of defining your photography niche
Aug 22, 2018
PHOTO 210: Joel Grimes and the art of portrait photography
Aug 16, 2018
PHOTO 209: The fast track to photography success with guest Scott Stokhaug
Aug 08, 2018
PHOTO 208: Book more portrait clients using Facebook with guest Andrew Hellmich
Aug 01, 2018
PHOTO 207: How to photograph interiors and architecture with special guest photographer Wayne Chasan
Jul 26, 2018
PHOTO 206: Your photography legal questions answered with special guest Vanessa Emilio
Jul 20, 2018
PHOTO 205: How to master autofocus on DSLR and mirrorless cameras
Jul 13, 2018
PHOTO 204: How to turn your photography hobby into a six figure business with special guest Jeff Brown
Jun 27, 2018
PHOTO 203: Taking photography from hobby to side hustle and beyond with special guest Natalie Finney
Jun 20, 2018
PHOTO 202: A complete guide to focal Length, and how it affects focus and depth of field
Jun 13, 2018
PHOTO 201: Photographing, promoting and exhibiting personal projects with special guest Ilona Nelson
Jun 06, 2018
PHOTO 200: Gina and Val’s most valuable lessons in photography
May 30, 2018
PHOTO 199: How to shoot video on your DSLR and Mirrorless Part 2
May 16, 2018
PHOTO 198: Auto ISO, high speed sync and white balance
May 10, 2018
PHOTO 197: How to plan and direct headshots
May 02, 2018
PHOTO 196: The beginners guide to shooting video with DSLR and mirrorless Part One
Apr 25, 2018
PHOTO 195: Common photo shoot failures and how to recover from them
Apr 18, 2018
PHOTO 194: Common camera faults and how to care for your gear with veteran camera technician Wayne Rogers
Apr 12, 2018
PHOTO 193: What type of photographer are you?
Apr 06, 2018
PHOTO 192: Documentary style Wedding photography with special guest Ian Weldon
Mar 28, 2018
PHOTO 191: How to frame and compose portraits for maximum impact and how to speed up your editing workflow
Mar 23, 2018
PHOTO 190: How to go viral, photography as therapy and the fine art of giving back with special guest Bob Carey
Mar 14, 2018
PHOTO 189: How to stand out and find clients in a saturated market
Mar 07, 2018
PHOTO 188: Legendary photographer Chris Cuffaro has a million stories and the photos to prove it.
Feb 21, 2018
PHOTO 187: How to get the most out of Instagram for photographers, and headshots for beginners
Feb 14, 2018
PHOTO 186: What lengths would you go to for the perfect shot with special guest Russell Ord
Feb 07, 2018
PHOTO 185: It's never too late to become the person you were meant to be with special guest Frank Romano
Jan 31, 2018
PHOTO 184: Documentary style portrait photography with special guest Rowena Meadows
Jan 24, 2018
PHOTO 183: How to transition from day job to multi award winning photographer with special guest Natalie Ord
Jan 17, 2018
PHOTO 182: Photo project ideas to kick off the new year
Jan 10, 2018
PHOTO 181: 4 Common photography mistakes made by newbies and pros and how to fix them
Jan 03, 2018
PHOTO 180: Best Photos of 2017
Dec 27, 2017
PHOTO 179: Best Photography investments for 2018
Dec 20, 2017
PHOTO 178: Fail proof portrait photography
Dec 13, 2017
PHOTO 177: After the shoot: High School Senior Portraits
Nov 30, 2017
PHOTO 176: Newborn and Maternity photography with special guest Ana Brandt
Nov 23, 2017
PHOTO 175: Snapshot: How to overcome preshoot nerves and budget lighting kits under $1000
Nov 20, 2017
PHOTO 174: Seven Habits of Selfish Photographers
Nov 15, 2017
PHOTO 173: How to shoot epic landscapes with special guest Peter Eastway
Nov 08, 2017
PHOTO 172: How to become a multi award winning photographer with special guest Lisa Saad
Nov 01, 2017
PHOTO 171: How to transition from day job to photography, backlighting and photo composite tips
Oct 26, 2017
PHOTO 170: How to be an internationally acclaimed pet photographer with special guest Serena Hodson
Oct 20, 2017
PHOTO 169: Snapshot: How to use coloured gels in photos
Oct 19, 2017
PHOTO 168: How to shoot higher quality images in less time with fewer frames and less gear
Oct 13, 2017
PHOTO 167: Snapshot: How to balance flash and ambient light. And are cheap “Uber” style businesses devaluing the photo industry?
Oct 10, 2017
PHOTO 166: How to photograph food with special guest Marina Oliphant
Sep 27, 2017
PHOTO 165: Snapshot: Where did Lightroom put my files? And photographing children’s sport
Sep 24, 2017
PHOTO 164: How to start a headshot business
Sep 20, 2017
PHOTO 163: Snapshot: How to build your profile from Ground Zero
Sep 17, 2017
PHOTO 162: How to photograph extreme sports with special guest Matt Cohen
Sep 14, 2017
PHOTO 161: How to protect your gear from getting stolen
Sep 06, 2017
PHOTO 160: The best photography hacks to help you nail the perfect shot
Aug 30, 2017
PHOTO 159: Snapshot: How to get accurate colours in photos
Aug 29, 2017
PHOTO 158: How to style your portraits to create maximum impact
Aug 23, 2017
PHOTO 157: Snapshot: How to choose the perfect camera bag
Aug 20, 2017
PHOTO 156: How to photograph real estate
Aug 16, 2017
PHOTO 155: Snapshot: The SOOC Challenge. How and why to nail the shot straight out of camera
Aug 14, 2017
PHOTO 154: Street Photography tips with world renowned street photographer Valerie Jardin
Aug 09, 2017
PHOTO 153: Snapshot: How to minimise the retouching of portraits and how much is too much?
Aug 02, 2017
PHOTO 152: David Bergman photographs rock stars, Presidents, A-list celebs and sporting legends
Aug 01, 2017
PHOTO 151: Snapshot: Everything you need to know about working with telephoto and zoom lenses
Jul 24, 2017
PHOTO 150: Acclaimed portrait photographer Billy Plummer on being self taught, and side entrances and success
Jul 19, 2017
PHOTO 149: Snapshot: How to plan a model folio shoot
Jul 16, 2017
PHOTO 148: How to create natural looking portraits
Jul 12, 2017
PHOTO 147: Snapshot: How to pose and shoot a large portrait shoot in hard sunlight
Jul 10, 2017
PHOTO 146: How to find your photography niche
Jul 03, 2017
PHOTO 145: Snapshot: How to blog as a photographer
Jun 18, 2017
PHOTO 144: How to get paid to shoot what you love with special guest Christina Force
Jun 14, 2017
PHOTO 143: Bad habits every photographer should ditch today - do you make them?
Jun 07, 2017
PHOTO 142: Snapshot: Senior/teen portrait ideas and low light photography
May 31, 2017
PHOTO 141: Crank it up! Why every photographer should embrace high ISO.
May 24, 2017
PHOTO 140: Snapshot: How to deal with negative feedback about your photography
May 23, 2017
PHOTO 139: How to photograph the night sky with special guest, astrophotographer Michael Goh
May 17, 2017
PHOTO 138: Snapshot: Refurbishing Gear and should you show personal projects as folio?
May 16, 2017
PHOTO 137: How do you know if you are ready to start a photography business
May 11, 2017
PHOTO 136: Snapshot: Should you work for free and how to take your photography to the next level
May 09, 2017
PHOTO 135: How to use colour for maximum impact in photos
May 05, 2017
PHOTO 134: Snapshot: Social media etiquette for photographers
May 01, 2017
PHOTO 133: Low key or moody lighting for portraits using daylight or flash
Apr 28, 2017
PHOTO 132: Snapshot: how to nail focus on a portrait and where to find assistants
Apr 26, 2017
PHOTO 131: Single light portraits using speedlights
Apr 19, 2017
PHOTO 130: Snapshot: Smoke in a can, and candid kid photography
Apr 18, 2017
PHOTO 129: Size does matter: How to use lighting, focal length and perspective to optimise your group portraits
Apr 13, 2017
PHOTO 128: It’s all in the planning! How to avoid photo fails
Mar 30, 2017
PHOTO 127: Snapshot: Photo composites and changing backgrounds
Mar 28, 2017
PHOTO 126: How to photograph nudes as art
Mar 22, 2017
PHOTO 125: Snapshot: Listener Questions and shooting in tight spaces
Mar 21, 2017
PHOTO 124: Set your pixels free: How to optimise images for print
Mar 15, 2017
PHOTO 123: Snapshot: Listener questions and how to boost your creativity and inspiration
Mar 13, 2017
PHOTO 122: Got a light? How to work with continuous lighting
Mar 08, 2017
PHOTO 121: Snapshot: White balance, photographing babies and rock bands
Mar 06, 2017
PHOTO 120: A beginners guide to photo composites
Mar 05, 2017
PHOTO 119: How to optimise photos for websites and social media without losing quality
Feb 25, 2017
PHOTO 118: Should you shoot wide or long? And your photo critiques
Feb 20, 2017
PHOTO 117: HDR Photography: The good,the bad and the ugly
Feb 15, 2017
PHOTO 116: Everything you need to know to shoot amazing landscapes
Feb 08, 2017
PHOTO 115: The best things to say when you are photographing someone – and what not to say!
Feb 06, 2017
PHOTO 114: I love ewes all! Gina’s New Zealand Adventure
Feb 01, 2017
PHOTO 113: Simple lighting hacks for photographers.
Jan 25, 2017
PHOTO 112: How to shoot, process and print black and white film - at home
Jan 19, 2017
PHOTO 111: Listener questions and photo critiques
Jan 16, 2017
PHOTO 110: How to take awesome black and white photos
Jan 11, 2017
PHOTO 109: Imposter syndrome, how to attract clients and lighting for big groups.
Jan 05, 2017
PHOTO 108: Must-have habits to boost your skills and creativity – and best listener pics for the year
Dec 28, 2016
PHOTO 107: Photography trends for 2017 and how to achieve them
Dec 22, 2016
PHOTO 106: How to create high end looking portraits using cheap lighting
Dec 16, 2016
PHOTO 105: What are the best ways to scout locations?
Dec 05, 2016
PHOTO 104: Three simple ways to improve your photography
Nov 30, 2016
PHOTO 103: Snapshot: 7 books every photographer should read
Nov 27, 2016
PHOTO 102: Prop it like it's hot: how to work with props
Nov 23, 2016
PHOTO 101: Snapshot: Tutorial on shooting champagne and bokeh
Nov 20, 2016
PHOTO 100: How to go from taking average to awesome photos in less than a year!
Nov 16, 2016
PHOTO 099: Snapshot: How to communicate effectively as a photographer
Nov 13, 2016
PHOTO 098: How to work with fill light
Nov 09, 2016
PHOTO 097: How to stand out from the crowd
Nov 02, 2016
PHOTO 096: Gina’s Epic Iceland Photography Road Trip Part 2
Oct 26, 2016
PHOTO 095: Gina’s Epic Iceland Photography Road Trip Part One
Oct 19, 2016
PHOTO 094: Gina's Colombian Photo Shoot
Oct 12, 2016
PHOTO 093: Everything you need to know about working with photographer’s assistants or how to become one
Sep 29, 2016
PHOTO 092: How to direct a portrait shoot with confidence
Sep 22, 2016
PHOTO 091: More ways to avoid and overcome common mistakes. Part 2
Sep 14, 2016
PHOTO 090: Common mistakes photographers make and how to overcome them. Part 1
Sep 07, 2016
PHOTO 089: Your guide to buying and using speedlights and accessories
Aug 31, 2016
PHOTO 088: How to overcome fear and self doubt and thrive as a photographer
Aug 24, 2016
PHOTO 087: The best DIY Photography gadgets
Aug 17, 2016
PHOTO 086: How to photograph fast moving objects
Aug 11, 2016
PHOTO 085: How to master autofocus
Aug 04, 2016
PHOTO 084: Behind the scenes on an actor's editorial shoot
Jul 28, 2016
PHOTO 083: How to make or find the best backgrounds for portrait shoots
Jul 21, 2016
PHOTO 082: How to photograph plus-size models
Jul 14, 2016
PHOTO 081: What you can learn from the masters
Jul 06, 2016
PHOTO 080: How to get multiple shots and looks from your portrait photo shoots
Jun 29, 2016
PHOTO 079: How to find great daylight for portraits anywhere
Jun 23, 2016
PHOTO 078: How to create quick and easy portraits anywhere
Jun 17, 2016
PHOTO 077: One light wonders: How to create awesome portraits with minimal gear and time.
Jun 09, 2016
PHOTO 076: Photofit: How to improve your photography skills in just 5 minutes a day
Jun 02, 2016
PHOTO 075: How to photograph reflections
May 26, 2016
PHOTO 074: On location at an A-list television awards ceremony
May 19, 2016
PHOTO 073 Filters: The essential guide to on camera filters
May 12, 2016
PHOTO 072: Tropical Island: Photography in exotic locations
May 05, 2016
PHOTO 071: How to break into celebrity photography
Apr 28, 2016
PHOTO 070: Epic! How to organise, direct and photograph an epic photo shoot.
Apr 20, 2016
PHOTO 069: Slim pickings: How to create amazing images using only available light
Apr 14, 2016
PHOTO 068: Skin Deep: How to colour balance and expose skin tones
Apr 07, 2016
PHOTO 067: How to shoot in low light
Mar 31, 2016
PHOTO 066: The Matrix: Camera metering modes explained without the need for a science degree.
Mar 24, 2016
PHOTO 065: What are photography cliches and why you should avoid them to make your photos stand out.
Mar 17, 2016
PHOTO 064: The best photography Gadgets under $50
Mar 10, 2016
PHOTO 063: TicTacToe: How to compose an image for maximum impact
Mar 03, 2016
PHOTO 062: Bargain Hunter: How to buy new and used photography gear and what to watch out for
Feb 25, 2016
PHOTO 061: Let there be light! Lighting kits for all levels and every budget
Feb 18, 2016
PHOTO 060: Here’s looking at you kid: How to get your photos published online and in print
Feb 11, 2016
PHOTO 059: Getting air! How to bring "life" into your portraits
Feb 04, 2016
PHOTO 058: Seeing the light: Rookie lighting mistakes and how to overcome them
Jan 28, 2016
PHOTO 057: It's our 1st birthday! How to take your photography to the next level.
Jan 21, 2016
PHOTO 056: Jazz and blues: How to create mood in your images
Jan 14, 2016
PHOTO 055: Jack of all trades: How to shoot under extreme pressure
Jan 07, 2016
PHOTO 054: Blue Steel: How to shoot models’ portfolios
Dec 30, 2015
PHOTO 053: Family size hold the cheese: how to take editorial style family photos
Dec 23, 2015
PHOTO 052: Feel the burn: Mastering fitness and body shots
Dec 16, 2015
PHOTO 051: Lost in translation: Gina's adventures in Japan
Dec 09, 2015
PHOTO 050: Putting the “life” into lifestyle photography: How to take lifestyle images
Dec 03, 2015
PHOTO 049: Talking crop: How to crop portraits
Nov 19, 2015
PHOTO 048: How to build your profile as a photographer
Nov 12, 2015
PHOTO 047: Get smart! How to take great shots using your smartphone
Nov 05, 2015
PHOTO 046: Taking it to the streets: The Street Photography Show
Oct 29, 2015
PHOTO 045: Back is the new black: The backlighting show
Oct 22, 2015
PHOTO 044: Viva Las Vegas: Gina's rat pack shoots
Oct 15, 2015
PHOTO 043: Group Hug: How to direct, pose and light group photos
Oct 08, 2015
PHOTO 042: Destination Havana: Gina's adventures in Cuba
Oct 01, 2015
PHOTO 041: Character building: How to take great character portraits
Sep 24, 2015
PHOTO 040: Midlife Crisis: How to take really flattering portraits of older models
Sep 17, 2015
PHOTO 039: Want free stuff? How to get free models, makeup artists, stylists, locations, and more!
Sep 10, 2015
PHOTO 038: What Would MacGyver do?The Best DIY Photography Hacks
Sep 03, 2015
PHOTO 037: Screentime: The best post production software and apps for enthusiasts to professionals
Aug 26, 2015
PHOTO 036: Patience grasshopper: how to find awesome mentors
Aug 19, 2015
PHOTO 035: Classic portrait lighting styles every photographer should know
Aug 13, 2015
PHOTO 34: Portable portrait lighting solutions for every budget
Aug 06, 2015
PHOTO 033: 7 deadly posing sins – and how to avoid them
Jul 29, 2015
PHOTO 032: Work it! How to find and develop your own photographic style
Jul 22, 2015
PHOTO 031: Blinded by the light: How to photograph amazing sunsets
Jul 16, 2015
PHOTO 030: Sharp shooter: How to get tack sharp images
Jul 08, 2015
PHOTO 029: You’ve got male: How to pose men
Jul 02, 2015
PHOTO 028: Bok bok bokeh: How to get beautiful blurry backgrounds
Jun 25, 2015
PHOTO 027: Great Glass: the best portrait lenses for beginners, enthusiasts and pros.
Jun 17, 2015
PHOTO 026: Tying the knot: a beginner’s guide to wedding photography
Jun 11, 2015
PHOTO 025: Strut your stuff: How to become more confident as a photographer
Jun 03, 2015
PHOTO 024: Planes, trains and automobiles, baby: How to take great travel shots
May 28, 2015
PHOTO 023: When the caca hits the fan: How to survive a photography epic fail with your files and dignity intact.
May 21, 2015
PHOTO 022: Flashdance: How to shape and control flash to replicate natural light.
May 14, 2015
PHOTO 021: The ultimate portrait checklist
May 06, 2015
PHOTO 020: M is for master. How to get your camera off auto and master manual mode.
Apr 30, 2015
PHOTO 019: Girls on film. How to direct and pose women.
Apr 22, 2015
PHOTO 018: Kerching: Everything you need to know about pricing
Apr 15, 2015
PHOTO 017: Get your gear off! How to use off-camera flash. Part 1: Speedlites
Apr 09, 2015
PHOTO 016: Rock on!: How to photograph live performances
Apr 02, 2015
PHOTO 015: Fabulous darling! How to break into fashion photography
Mar 26, 2015
PHOTO 014: Lighting explained without the need for a science degree
Mar 19, 2015
PHOTO 013: Houston we have a problem: The biggest photography blunders and how to avoid them
Mar 12, 2015
PHOTO 012: How to give good head shot
Mar 05, 2015
PHOTO 011: Workflow just got sexy
Feb 26, 2015
PHOTO 010: Transitioning from day job to photographer
Feb 19, 2015
PHOTO 009: Your own studio space: from home to professional
Feb 13, 2015
PHOTO 008: How to shoot events, functions and major parties
Feb 06, 2015
PHOTO 007: The secret to photographing difficult people
Jan 29, 2015
PHOTO 006: How to organise an efficient and successful shoot
Jan 22, 2015
PHOTO 005. How to find the best locations for your shoots
Jan 14, 2015
PHOTO 004: How to find the right clients to grow your photography business
Jan 14, 2015
PHOTO 003: If you want to succeed, you need the right gear. Here’s your guide.
Jan 14, 2015
PHOTO 002: What are the best ways to hone your craft and learn how to become a better photographer?
Jan 14, 2015
PHOTO 001: Welcome to a whole new world of photography.
Jan 12, 2015