fashion and beauty

Pixiq Expert

5 months ago

The Joy of Teaching Photography

I had dinner with a photographer friend the other night and we discussed taking time away from shooting to speak or teach workshops. For the working photographer it is always a struggle to accept speaking or workshop engagements because you run the risk [...]

Matthew Jordan Smith

Pixiq Expert

7 months ago

Learning Fashion and Beauty Photography

Fashion and Beauty The process of creating is one of the most fulfilling things a photographer can do. The creative process is what excited me about photography in the beginning of my career and it is still one of the things that brings me joy today. [...]

Matthew Jordan Smith

Pixiq Expert

1 year ago

How to Become a Fashion Photographer

Fashion is change and the world of the fashion photographer is filled with change. The beauty of working in the fashion industry is that the styles, designs and approach to fashion are forever evolving. Constant change opens the door to creating [...]

Matthew Jordan Smith

Pixiq Expert

1 year ago

How to Photograph Celebrities

I'm often asked how I started photographing celebrities. The truth is it just landed in my lap. I never thought about pursuing celebrity but I had a strong interest in photographing fashion and beauty. I was drawn to the fashion industry [...]

Matthew Jordan Smith

Pixiq Expert

1 year ago

Lighting Essentials

Throughout my career I've been asked over and over to re-create lighting situations from images in my portfolio or website. Knowing how to use light is one of the keys to success in photograhy. Weather you shoot on location or in studio, being able [...]

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