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I was recently down in Florida teaching a commercial photography class at the Florida School of Photography and one of the setups/demos was product photography so I thought it would be cool to shoot my new headphones. Check out this video for the full breakdown! Airpod Max Product Photgoraphy Tuto

Path of Exile 2 (PoE2) has surged through Early Access with the unstoppable force of a meteor, marking a triumphant return for one of the most beloved action RPG franchises in gaming. Developed by Grinding Gear Games, this highly anticipated sequel has captured the attention of over a million player

Had a long commute to do corporate headshots yesterday, some sage advice here: EP 3: Jeff Carpenter - The Man Who Became a Multi-Brand Ambassador,https://open.spotify.com/episode/43qQp7V4XRrFCrmUEOdV1b?si=n-DG87nERjiHL6f0sTwvOQ&context=spotify%3Ashow%3A2b9qgPkDjCln1XtCacVC74&t=4129

I posted a story about the motorized backdrop system I installed yesterday in my studio and had a lot of questions about where to get it. So I figured I would share the link! I got the 6 backdrop system, but they make a 3 and 4 roller system as well https://amzn.to/4gWokhN You’ll also need these

This latest update has some pretty cool features! If you haven’t already seen them, check out my review. And also follow me on the YouTube’s. I’d really appreciate it!

Tis the season for fake snow, so I thought I would test out the Smoke Ninja Pro hazer kit and the bubble formula to create some fake snow for a recent shoot. I was actually surprised with how well it worked. Check out the video below and let me know what you think! smoke ninja pro snow effect.mov

Bonus... the beer is cheaper when you do it like this 😜 I just found some old footage from a few livestreams I taught a couple years ago so I decided to cut them down and share them here. In this video, I explain how I created a moody portrait of David from scratch with just manipulating the

…And I didn’t change my lighting setup at all! Check out the video below to see how I did it! Basic Headshot to Creative Portrait in just 15 Seconds 🤯 https://youtu.be/CaCngbF91ts

I just got an email from Evoto with a link to a form to test their iPad beta app. Click the link below to fill out the form! https://ch01o.r.ag.d.sendibm3.com/mk/cl/f/sh/7nVU1aA2nfsTSR0oEeXlfrc4HPXlheZ/U8kfSHJ_hvrL

I did a test over on instagram breaking down a recent image I posted. If you missed it, here is the replay! Don’t mind the camera going out around the 7 minute mark. Don’t worry… it came back on a few seconds later. Also, I have a workshop on October 19th if you’re interested in learning how to u

This has been something that has been in the works for a very long time and is finally coming to fruition. If you’re interested in learning how to implement constant lighting into your portrait work, join me at my next workshop on October 19th in Franklin, TN! https://www.nextlevelworkshops.com/ev

Awhile ago my buddy Jordan came into my studio and we shot some content for his website etc. One of the shots from that shoot was this one, which I liked enough to shoot a video for. I honestly thought it was aready out there on the V-flat world youtube channel, but apparently I was wrong... Don't

Got my hands on the new LeverLock from Tether Tools and put it up against the older version of the TetherBlock. Check out my thoughts and review in my latest YouTube video LeverLock Link - https://tethertools.com/product/tetherguard-leverlock-plate/?ref=90 code jeffcarpenter gets you 10% off (I t

Here is one setting that you should change in Capture One immediatly! Nobody likes learning a new program from the ground up, but making the switch to Capture One is a lot easier with this really simple trick.

Yesterday had a band and their manager in the studio. Did a little diy double sweep to get 13' super white Savage seamless (140" costs more to ship than the roll itself). The only shot I didn't have time for was the vflatworld flag front of a 60" octa. Still you can see Jeff's influence here and whe

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Since its release, Diablo 4 has captured the hearts of action RPG enthusiasts with its dark, immersive world and thrilling gameplay. One of the key aspects that keep players coming back to Sanctuary is the game’s seasonal content. Blizzard has embraced a structured approach to delivering fresh chall

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First and foremost, Julianna needs no retouching whatsoever and anyone who says otherwise is delusional. But, one of my goals from the workshop was to really get myself in to a more “mobile”workflow. I’ve been shooting tethered to a MacBook for years, and prior to that close to ten years using the

Watch the Youtube video attached to see how I created these images! Model: https://www.instagram.com/kennedymullinss/ Final Image (Beauty Portrait) Initial Image (Fashion Portrait) BTS Image YouTube Tutorial Join me June 8th and take your lighting to the NEXT LEVEL! Use code "NXTLVL100" fo

Behind the Scenes from Nanlite Continuous Light Portrait Workshop I had an awesome workshop this weekend using Nanlite continuous lights for portraits and I wanted to share a behind the scenes look from one of the setups. This shot of Layla was taken during one of the demos and this video breaks

This was originally a technique that. Shot a few years ago and recently had a client shoot that I thought it would work really well. In this video I shot some Images without the product, but I thought it would be good to share the original client shots to show why I chose to use mirrors. *in th

Here is a shot where I used 4 lights to create a dark, moody and colorful portrait of Emily. BTS video and breakdown below! IG post video .mp4 Come to my next workshop for a chance to win a Nanlite FS300-C, a V-flat and more! Continuous Lighting for Portrait Photography - Sponsored by Nan

Seems like a deal. I can’t find on Capture One when my subscription renews but this seems like a good deal. Adobe Creative Cloud Photography Plan 1TB (Photoshop + Lightroom) 12-month Subscription $99.89 off or $139.99 per year (-42%) Amazon or BH https://amzn.to/3T7ZktX or https://www.bhphotovideo.

Fooled me. However back in June Evoto posted this on their blog: “One of the top Photoshop alternatives for iPad is Evoto AI.” Part 2: The Best Alternative to Photoshop on iPad While Photoshop on iPad is incredibly powerful, there are other options worth considering. One of the top Photoshop alter

This link as all the info, but feel free to reach out if you have any specific questions! https://www.nextlevelworkshops.com/so/88O_WpYp9?languageTag=en

One thing I always hated when I traveled with gear was paying for overweight luggage. With the travel case I have, it almost was over the limit before I even put anything in it. To sold that problem, all you need is a media or press badge. Don’t worry, you don’t have to be employed by a newspape

I've posted a few videos about Evoto Ai as a retouching software, but in their most recent update, they completely changed the game by adding tethering directly into the software! Not only can you tether, but you can also apply all your edits instantly. This is going to be an absolute game change

I stumbled on this shot of Emily from a shoot a few years back so I thought I would share it again. When I’m shooting fitness, I love using a lot of contrast in the image, and I also love color. This is a little mixture of both Creative Lighting Workshop - NY/NJ (June 8th, 2024) https:

Here's another image inspired by following Jeff's incredible education. Canon R5 RF 24-105 f/4 1/200 ISO 100 F/5.6 Profoto B10 in Magmod Magbox Pro 24" Rosco Prime w/blue gel Profoto A2 Clic Magnum 20° grid w/yellow gel Profoto A2 7" Reflector 10° grid w/red gel