https://fstoppers.com/ en Sat, 16 May 2026 06:45:48 -0400 Thu, 14 May 26 04:03:02 -0400 https://fstoppers.com/originals/problem-fisheye-portraits-and-how-sigma-15mm-f14-fisheye-fixes-it-902030?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles <a href="https://fstoppers.com/originals/problem-fisheye-portraits-and-how-sigma-15mm-f14-fisheye-fixes-it-902030?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles" hreflang="en"><img loading="eager" src="https://cdn.fstoppers.com/styles/16_9_max_650/s3/lead/2026/05/mkiv_00213___websize.jpg.webp?itok=fZPHeNL6" width="650" height="366" alt="Photographer adjusting mirrorless camera on tripod during product photography shoot with colorful backdrop"> </a> <p>Most photographers will tell you the same thing: don't use a fisheye for portraits.&nbsp;</p><p>It distorts faces. It bends lines. It makes people look weird. And honestly, they're not wrong.</p><p>But they're also not thinking about it the right way.</p><p>For one of our recent shoots, we built an entire portrait concept around the Sigma 15mm f/1.4 DG DN Diagonal Fisheye | Art. Not in spite of what it does, but because of it. Instead of trying to control or minimize distortion, we designed everything to work with it.</p> <p>[<a href="https://fstoppers.com/originals/problem-fisheye-portraits-and-how-sigma-15mm-f14-fisheye-fixes-it-902030?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles">Read More</a>]</p> Thu, 14 May 2026 04:03:02 -0400 Recent articles from Jada Parrish on Fstoppers.com The Problem With Fisheye Portraits (And How the Sigma 15mm f/1.4 Fisheye Fixes It) Jada Parrish https://fstoppers.com/studio/really-need-photo-studio-make-great-photos-900642?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles <a href="https://fstoppers.com/studio/really-need-photo-studio-make-great-photos-900642?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles" hreflang="en"><img loading="eager" src="https://cdn.fstoppers.com/styles/16_9_max_650/s3/lead/2026/03/set_14814_-2-____websize-3.jpg.webp?itok=ddpo6vwb" width="650" height="366" alt="Professional studio setup with softboxes and key light illuminating red peppers on yellow background."> </a> <p>One of the most common comments we get online is, "One day I'll create when I have a studio."&nbsp;</p><p>So David and I decided to challenge that idea. Over the next 100 days, we are building 25 photo sets inside our attic.</p><p>And yes, I mean our actual attic. Technically it used to be our bedroom. We live in a Cape Cod house, so the top story is more like a half story than a full upstairs. The previous owners converted the space before we moved in, so when we bought the house we simply kept using it that way.</p> <p>[<a href="https://fstoppers.com/studio/really-need-photo-studio-make-great-photos-900642?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles">Read More</a>]</p> Tue, 17 Mar 2026 11:03:01 -0400 Recent articles from Jada Parrish on Fstoppers.com Do You Really Need a Photo Studio to Make Great Photos? Jada Parrish https://fstoppers.com/fine-art/thing-most-photographers-skip-completely-changes-their-work-722711?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles <a href="https://fstoppers.com/fine-art/thing-most-photographers-skip-completely-changes-their-work-722711?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles" hreflang="und"><img loading="eager" src="https://cdn.fstoppers.com/styles/16_9_max_650/s3/lead/2026/01/fstoppers-red-cover.jpg.webp?itok=l-g6ZQ-w" width="650" height="366" alt="Red neon sign featuring a stylized figure in a phone booth, displayed on gallery wall and viewed through smartphone camera on tripod."> </a> <p>Most photographs never leave a screen. We printed the same image three different ways and discovered how much presentation changes not just the photo, but the way you shoot.&nbsp;</p><p>Usually, photos get edited, posted, maybe shared, and then they live their entire life as a glowing rectangle in someone’s hand. That workflow has become so normal that many photographers never stop to question it. But while screens are convenient, they are not the full experience of a photograph.</p> <p>[<a href="https://fstoppers.com/fine-art/thing-most-photographers-skip-completely-changes-their-work-722711?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles">Read More</a>]</p> Sun, 08 Mar 2026 12:03:02 -0400 Recent articles from Jada Parrish on Fstoppers.com The Thing Most Photographers Skip That Completely Changes Their Work Jada Parrish https://fstoppers.com/bts/your-photography-working-so-why-still-feel-creatively-stuck-722588?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles <a href="https://fstoppers.com/bts/your-photography-working-so-why-still-feel-creatively-stuck-722588?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles" hreflang="und"><img loading="eager" src="https://cdn.fstoppers.com/styles/16_9_max_650/s3/lead/2026/01/fstoppers_warp_cover_v2.jpg.webp?itok=0Q9gKP29" width="650" height="366" alt="Studio setup with female model in yellow dress against striped backdrop, professional video camera on tripod in foreground."> </a> <p>Most photographers do not get creatively stuck because they stop shooting. They get stuck because their process becomes too efficient.&nbsp;</p><p>That is where we were. Then I heard this quote by the art critic Jerry Saltz, and it unlocked something. This was the quote.</p><p>“Art is slow, physical, resistant, material; it involves an ongoing commitment to doing the same thing differently over and over again.”— Jerry Saltz</p> <p>[<a href="https://fstoppers.com/bts/your-photography-working-so-why-still-feel-creatively-stuck-722588?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles">Read More</a>]</p> Wed, 04 Mar 2026 12:03:01 -0500 Recent articles from Jada Parrish on Fstoppers.com Your Photography Is Working, So Why Do You Still Feel Creatively Stuck? Jada Parrish https://fstoppers.com/bts/5-workflow-mistakes-kill-creative-flow-and-how-avoid-them-715654?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles <a href="https://fstoppers.com/bts/5-workflow-mistakes-kill-creative-flow-and-how-avoid-them-715654?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles" hreflang="und"><img loading="eager" src="https://cdn.fstoppers.com/styles/16_9_max_650/s3/lead/2025/10/warp_cover_websize.jpg.webp?itok=G59SSxOp" width="650" height="366" alt="Photographer posing in yellow fabric setup while editor views the same shot on laptop screen nearby."> </a> <p>We all know the feeling when a shoot is going perfectly, your model is nailing the poses, and then something goes wrong. Maybe a light fails, a cable gets unplugged, or your tether connection drops mid-shoot. Suddenly, the creative flow evaporates, and you’re scrambling to regroup.&nbsp;</p> <p>[<a href="https://fstoppers.com/bts/5-workflow-mistakes-kill-creative-flow-and-how-avoid-them-715654?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles">Read More</a>]</p> Mon, 03 Nov 2025 10:16:01 -0500 Recent articles from Jada Parrish on Fstoppers.com 5 Workflow Mistakes That Kill the Creative Flow and How to Avoid Them Jada Parrish https://fstoppers.com/bts/diy-studio-sets-3-creative-photo-sets-can-build-no-tools-711359?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles <a href="https://fstoppers.com/bts/diy-studio-sets-3-creative-photo-sets-can-build-no-tools-711359?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles" hreflang="und"><img loading="eager" src="https://cdn.fstoppers.com/styles/16_9_max_650/s3/lead/2025/09/ppa3sets.jpg.webp?itok=x6L7JTvY" width="650" height="366" alt="Three studio portraits with vibrant colored backdrops and creative posing demonstrating lighting and composition techniques."> </a> <p>Adding a little set design to your studio photography can add huge value for your clients and really set your work apart. Today, I’m sharing three DIY sets you can create with simple materials from the hardware store—no power tools required.&nbsp;</p> <p>At its core, a photo set is just a backdrop plus a posing element. In photography, set design (sometimes called set styling) is the process of creating and arranging the physical environment for your shoot. It’s all about crafting a visual space that supports the concept, mood, and story of your images.</p> <p>[<a href="https://fstoppers.com/bts/diy-studio-sets-3-creative-photo-sets-can-build-no-tools-711359?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles">Read More</a>]</p> Fri, 03 Oct 2025 12:06:01 -0400 Recent articles from Jada Parrish on Fstoppers.com DIY Studio Sets: 3 Creative Photo Sets You Can Build With No Tools Jada Parrish https://fstoppers.com/bts/ever-wish-could-skip-step-color-correction-filter-comes-close-711472?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles <a href="https://fstoppers.com/bts/ever-wish-could-skip-step-color-correction-filter-comes-close-711472?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles" hreflang="und"><img loading="eager" src="https://cdn.fstoppers.com/styles/16_9_max_650/s3/lead/2025/09/img-184a6167_websize.jpg.webp?itok=5vWSv7F7" width="650" height="366" alt="Portrait of a woman with dramatic red lipstick framed by wheat stalks and red berries."> </a> <p>I’m putting the Rose FX Filter by Prism Lens FX to the test to see how it changes the color and tone of an everyday outdoor portrait shoot. Is the World Better Through Rose-Colored Glass? That’s exactly what I wanted to find out when I got my hands on the Rose FX Filter.&nbsp;</p> <p>[<a href="https://fstoppers.com/bts/ever-wish-could-skip-step-color-correction-filter-comes-close-711472?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles">Read More</a>]</p> Wed, 24 Sep 2025 12:06:01 -0400 Recent articles from Jada Parrish on Fstoppers.com Ever Wish You Could Skip a Step in Color Correction? This Filter Comes Close Jada Parrish https://fstoppers.com/education/shoot-5-steps-will-make-your-creative-photos-stronger-707185?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles <a href="https://fstoppers.com/education/shoot-5-steps-will-make-your-creative-photos-stronger-707185?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles" hreflang="und"><img loading="eager" src="https://cdn.fstoppers.com/styles/16_9_max_650/s3/lead/2025/07/set_38_000219___c_websize-3.jpg.webp?itok=2ZnPPlDX" width="650" height="366" alt="Woman in colorful fringed outfit posed against bright cyan and magenta geometric neon lines."> </a> <p>Many photographers know the frustration of walking away from a shoot where everything looked right—but something still felt off. The lighting was clean, the model nailed every pose, the gear performed flawlessly—and yet, the images don’t land the way they should. Here's why.&nbsp;</p> <p>Below are five steps you can take before your next creative shoot to help your ideas land with more impact. These aren’t overly complex—they’re accessible to anyone at any level, and they’ll help you create images that feel more purposeful, layered, and emotionally resonant.</p> <p>[<a href="https://fstoppers.com/education/shoot-5-steps-will-make-your-creative-photos-stronger-707185?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles">Read More</a>]</p> Fri, 01 Aug 2025 12:03:01 -0400 Recent articles from Jada Parrish on Fstoppers.com Before You Shoot: 5 Steps That Will Make Your Creative Photos Stronger Jada Parrish https://fstoppers.com/post-production/viral-reel-sparked-ai-vs-real-debate-photography-706510?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles <a href="https://fstoppers.com/post-production/viral-reel-sparked-ai-vs-real-debate-photography-706510?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles" hreflang="und"><img loading="eager" src="https://cdn.fstoppers.com/styles/16_9_max_650/s3/lead/2025/07/jd_photo_2023_01986_websize.jpg.webp?itok=QNQCIWtC" width="650" height="366" alt="Person with surprised expression emerging from center of concentric black circles on magenta background."> </a> <p>As AI tools improve, we all have to ask: What kind of creativity do we value most? Is it the idea? The process? The perfection or the imperfections? That’s not a bad thing. It’s a sign that art is still evolving.&nbsp;</p> <p>My creative partner and I combine photography with set design to take colorful, surreal photos. We recently posted a behind-the-scenes reel from one of our older photoshoots, expecting it to be a casual glimpse into our process. What we didn’t expect? A full-blown debate about whether it was “worth it” to build a set by hand in 2025.</p> <p>[<a href="https://fstoppers.com/post-production/viral-reel-sparked-ai-vs-real-debate-photography-706510?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles">Read More</a>]</p> Sun, 13 Jul 2025 12:03:01 -0400 Recent articles from Jada Parrish on Fstoppers.com The Viral Reel That Sparked The AI vs. Real Debate in Photography Jada Parrish https://fstoppers.com/lighting/using-lighting-tell-story-701900?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles <a href="https://fstoppers.com/lighting/using-lighting-tell-story-701900?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles" hreflang="und"><img loading="eager" src="https://cdn.fstoppers.com/styles/16_9_max_650/s3/lead/2025/05/vflat-cover.2jpg.jpg.webp?itok=xtamCNvy" width="650" height="366" alt="Diptych showing a female figure in dynamic poses on geometric platforms against a deep purple backdrop."> </a> <p>Photographers talk about lighting all the time—how to shape it, soften it, bounce it—but we don’t talk enough about how lighting can tell a story. It doesn’t just illuminate a scene; it sets the emotional tone and builds the narrative.&nbsp;</p> <p>I like to think of lighting as the soundtrack of a photo. You know how, in a movie, you can sense something scary is about to happen based on the music? Lighting does the same thing in a photo. It’s one of the most powerful visual tools we have for setting the mood.</p> <p>[<a href="https://fstoppers.com/lighting/using-lighting-tell-story-701900?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles">Read More</a>]</p> Sat, 24 May 2025 12:03:01 -0400 Recent articles from Jada Parrish on Fstoppers.com Using Lighting to Tell a Story Jada Parrish https://fstoppers.com/lighting/creating-dramatic-black-and-white-photos-monochrome-mode-698713?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles <a href="https://fstoppers.com/lighting/creating-dramatic-black-and-white-photos-monochrome-mode-698713?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles" hreflang="und"><img loading="eager" src="https://cdn.fstoppers.com/styles/16_9_max_650/s3/lead/2025/04/img-184a0540_____done____done_bw_websize.jpg.webp?itok=J0Tp16an" width="650" height="366" alt="Woman with curly dark hair reclining on a striped couch in a black and white portrait."> </a> <p>I’m obsessed with color. Like, deeply. Bold tones, dreamy palettes, warm hues—color is one of the main reasons I fell in love with photography. But that doesn’t mean I can’t appreciate the raw emotion and timeless feel of a strong black and white photo.&nbsp;</p> <p>So I decided to challenge myself: create a series of moody black and white images and shoot them like I meant it.</p> <p>[<a href="https://fstoppers.com/lighting/creating-dramatic-black-and-white-photos-monochrome-mode-698713?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles">Read More</a>]</p> Sat, 19 Apr 2025 12:03:01 -0400 Recent articles from Jada Parrish on Fstoppers.com Creating Dramatic Black and White Photos in Monochrome Mode Jada Parrish https://fstoppers.com/bts/diy-theatrical-portraits-using-spotlight-684922?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles <a href="https://fstoppers.com/bts/diy-theatrical-portraits-using-spotlight-684922?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles" hreflang="und"><img loading="eager" src="https://cdn.fstoppers.com/styles/16_9_max_650/s3/lead/2024/11/nan_00029___websize.jpg.webp?itok=A9aa94tD" width="650" height="366" alt="Illustration of a woman in a black evening gown posing against a circular red curtain backdrop."> </a> <p>I've been seeing spotlights used in shoots everywhere, so I wanted to jump on the trend and put my own twist on a spotlight shoot. Here’s how my creative partner, David, and I created a theatrical portrait session using a spotlight.&nbsp;</p> <p>A spotlight is a pretty stylized light source to use because it directs a narrow, intense beam of light onto a specific area. Unlike broader light sources that spread light more evenly, a spotlight is designed to highlight or isolate certain details, creating sharp contrasts between light and shadow.</p> <p>[<a href="https://fstoppers.com/bts/diy-theatrical-portraits-using-spotlight-684922?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles">Read More</a>]</p> Sat, 16 Nov 2024 12:03:01 -0500 Recent articles from Jada Parrish on Fstoppers.com DIY Theatrical Portraits: Using a Spotlight Jada Parrish https://fstoppers.com/film/coffee-shop-sessions-kai-eason-665056?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles <a href="https://fstoppers.com/film/coffee-shop-sessions-kai-eason-665056?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles" hreflang="und"><img loading="eager" src="https://cdn.fstoppers.com/styles/16_9_max_650/s3/lead/2024/04/img-53535100547_83a4efc58d_o.jpg.webp?itok=X5JpV7qa" width="650" height="366" alt="Man wearing glasses and red shirt photographed through rain-covered glass with warm and cool color cast."> </a> <p>Saturday mornings, for most people, are about errands or relaxation. But for photographer Kai Eason, Saturday mornings are spent at local coffee shops, photographing a film photography portrait series known as "The Coffee Shop Sessions." &nbsp;</p> <p>[<a href="https://fstoppers.com/film/coffee-shop-sessions-kai-eason-665056?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles">Read More</a>]</p> Thu, 25 Apr 2024 17:00:01 -0400 Recent articles from Jada Parrish on Fstoppers.com The Coffee Shop Sessions With Kai Eason Jada Parrish https://fstoppers.com/reviews/prism-lens-fx-filter-face-lucid-dream-fx-versus-moody-fx-filters-663582?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles <a href="https://fstoppers.com/reviews/prism-lens-fx-filter-face-lucid-dream-fx-versus-moody-fx-filters-663582?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles" hreflang="und"><img loading="eager" src="https://cdn.fstoppers.com/styles/16_9_max_650/s3/lead/2024/04/prism.jpg.webp?itok=jt9tqK52" width="650" height="366" alt="Young woman in burgundy velvet standing before an industrial steel structure with dramatic lighting effects."> </a> <p>I’ve been seeing Prism Lens FX filters everywhere and have been curious about what they're actually like to shoot with. There are so many interesting filters available that it’s hard to know which ones are worth the investment. So, here’s a comparison of the Lucid Dream FX Filter and the Moody FX Filter.&nbsp;</p> <p>[<a href="https://fstoppers.com/reviews/prism-lens-fx-filter-face-lucid-dream-fx-versus-moody-fx-filters-663582?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles">Read More</a>]</p> Wed, 10 Apr 2024 12:00:01 -0400 Recent articles from Jada Parrish on Fstoppers.com Prism Lens FX Filter Face-off: Lucid Dream FX Versus Moody FX Filters Jada Parrish https://fstoppers.com/diy/model-versus-slime-using-slime-photoshoot-658536?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles <a href="https://fstoppers.com/diy/model-versus-slime-using-slime-photoshoot-658536?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles" hreflang="und"><img loading="eager" src="https://cdn.fstoppers.com/styles/16_9_max_650/s3/lead/2024/02/jd_p__06673__.jpg.webp?itok=UTbcVMWB" width="650" height="366" alt="Person in blue swimming attire viewed from above through a circular frame in a swimming pool."> </a> <p>Doing a photoshoot with slime was my Nickelodeon-inspired childhood dream come true. We used 20 gallons of blue slime in this shoot, and it created some wild photos.&nbsp;</p> <p>This year, one of my goals is to explore as many new materials as possible. While my creative partner, David, and I typically rely on wood and paint for our sets, our recent experiments into using new materials have led our creativity down exciting new paths.&nbsp;</p> <p>[<a href="https://fstoppers.com/diy/model-versus-slime-using-slime-photoshoot-658536?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles">Read More</a>]</p> Fri, 16 Feb 2024 14:02:01 -0500 Recent articles from Jada Parrish on Fstoppers.com Model Versus Slime: Using Slime in a Photoshoot Jada Parrish https://fstoppers.com/bts/10-cheeseburgers-5-large-fries-and-1-photoshoot-please-652922?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles <a href="https://fstoppers.com/bts/10-cheeseburgers-5-large-fries-and-1-photoshoot-please-652922?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles" hreflang="und"><img loading="eager" src="https://cdn.fstoppers.com/styles/16_9_max_650/s3/lead/2023/12/burger_01927.jpg.webp?itok=8R28HfRg" width="650" height="366" alt="Man in denim lying on orange floor surrounded by gold coins and coins spilling from boxes against red background."> </a> <p>Indulgence, they say, is best served with a side of irony. So, I embarked on a mission to turn a mountain of McDonald's cheeseburgers and fries into a high-concept portrait photoshoot.&nbsp;</p> <p>Few things hit the spot quite like a cheeseburger and a big pile of warm, salty fries. That’s why I set out to capture the essence of one of my ultimate guilty pleasures, the classic combination of cheeseburgers and french fries, in a photoshoot.</p> <p>[<a href="https://fstoppers.com/bts/10-cheeseburgers-5-large-fries-and-1-photoshoot-please-652922?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles">Read More</a>]</p> Sun, 24 Dec 2023 15:03:01 -0500 Recent articles from Jada Parrish on Fstoppers.com 10 Cheeseburgers, 5 Large Fries, and 1 Photoshoot Please Jada Parrish https://fstoppers.com/bts/out-space-how-built-tiny-set-garage-652448?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles <a href="https://fstoppers.com/bts/out-space-how-built-tiny-set-garage-652448?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles" hreflang="und"><img loading="eager" src="https://cdn.fstoppers.com/styles/16_9_max_650/s3/lead/2023/12/out-of-space.jpg.webp?itok=7GZAxZNc" width="650" height="366" alt="Two figures lying on bright red floors in symmetrical turquoise rooms with overhead lighting."> </a> <p>It doesn’t always take a big budget to create a strong visual impact. Sometimes, all you need is a garage and some creativity.https://y&nbsp;</p> <p>[<a href="https://fstoppers.com/bts/out-space-how-built-tiny-set-garage-652448?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles">Read More</a>]</p> Thu, 21 Dec 2023 15:03:01 -0500 Recent articles from Jada Parrish on Fstoppers.com Out of Space: How We Built a Tiny Set in a Garage Jada Parrish https://fstoppers.com/lifestyle/tips-photographing-local-models-traveling-652298?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles <a href="https://fstoppers.com/lifestyle/tips-photographing-local-models-traveling-652298?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles" hreflang="und"><img loading="eager" src="https://cdn.fstoppers.com/styles/16_9_max_650/s3/lead/2023/12/ge__0001514____.jpg.webp?itok=8uqNgm_n" width="650" height="366" alt="Woman in white button-up shirt and striped skirt posing against weathered brick wall with woven branches."> </a> <p>Traveling and photography are a perfect match. It’s so fun to photograph in a new place. Yet, for portrait photographers, locating models while abroad can be a challenge. There's nothing more disheartening than finding yourself in an incredible place with no one to photograph. Here are some tips for finding models while you travel!&nbsp;</p> <p>[<a href="https://fstoppers.com/lifestyle/tips-photographing-local-models-traveling-652298?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles">Read More</a>]</p> Thu, 21 Dec 2023 12:03:01 -0500 Recent articles from Jada Parrish on Fstoppers.com Tips for Photographing Local Models While Traveling Jada Parrish https://fstoppers.com/business/goodbye-photo-studio-hello-peerspace-why-i-ditched-my-photo-studio-651947?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles <a href="https://fstoppers.com/business/goodbye-photo-studio-hello-peerspace-why-i-ditched-my-photo-studio-651947?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles" hreflang="und"><img loading="eager" src="https://cdn.fstoppers.com/styles/16_9_max_650/s3/lead/2023/12/peerspace_studio_cover.jpg.webp?itok=_vok40Sr" width="650" height="366" alt="Three studio setups showing professional lighting equipment and camera rigs in different configurations."> </a> <p>Is it really necessary to have your own photo studio? Here's why I let go of my own photo studio and use PeerSpace instead.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>In 2013, I launched my professional photography career, setting up shop in the spare bedroom of my small apartment. Having my own photo studio was my ultimate dream back then. Yet, the only route to access one was by leasing one —a far-off goal at that point.</p> <p>[<a href="https://fstoppers.com/business/goodbye-photo-studio-hello-peerspace-why-i-ditched-my-photo-studio-651947?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles">Read More</a>]</p> Wed, 20 Dec 2023 12:03:01 -0500 Recent articles from Jada Parrish on Fstoppers.com Goodbye Photo Studio, Hello PeerSpace: Why I Ditched My Photo Studio Jada Parrish https://fstoppers.com/diy/building-custom-photo-frames-gallery-show-644078?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles <a href="https://fstoppers.com/diy/building-custom-photo-frames-gallery-show-644078?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles" hreflang="und"><img loading="eager" src="https://cdn.fstoppers.com/styles/16_9_max_650/s3/lead/2023/10/img_0176.jpg.webp?itok=cDGQk41T" width="650" height="366" alt="Woodworking workbench with tools, clamps, and a wooden project in progress."> </a> Having a gallery show is a dream for most artists and photographers, and for my husband, David, and me, that dream finally became a reality. We had to figure out how to build professional looking&nbsp;custom frames for the show!&nbsp; <p>The aspiration to have a gallery show had been a long-held dream for both David and me. Making art is one thing, but showing your art in a gallery is another thing entirely.&nbsp;We were both excited and anxious when the opportunity finally presented itself.</p> <p>[<a href="https://fstoppers.com/diy/building-custom-photo-frames-gallery-show-644078?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles">Read More</a>]</p> Mon, 30 Oct 2023 12:03:01 -0400 Recent articles from Jada Parrish on Fstoppers.com Building Custom Photo Frames for a Gallery Show Jada Parrish https://fstoppers.com/business/wedding-photographer-dilemma-share-or-not-share-644086?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles <a href="https://fstoppers.com/business/wedding-photographer-dilemma-share-or-not-share-644086?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles" hreflang="und"><img loading="eager" src="https://cdn.fstoppers.com/styles/16_9_max_650/s3/lead/2023/10/s_2021_04146_v2_websize.jpg.webp?itok=sSd9iI5U" width="650" height="366" alt="Outdoor wedding ceremony in a vineyard valley with a wooden arch and flower arrangements flanking the aisle."> </a> <p>In my nine years as a wedding photographer, it was commonplace for other wedding vendors to request access to the entire wedding gallery. They often wanted to use my photos to showcase their work at the wedding. This practice has left me with mixed feelings, and I'm eager to hear your opinions.&nbsp;</p> <p>[<a href="https://fstoppers.com/business/wedding-photographer-dilemma-share-or-not-share-644086?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles">Read More</a>]</p> Tue, 24 Oct 2023 12:03:01 -0400 Recent articles from Jada Parrish on Fstoppers.com The Wedding Photographer Dilemma: To Share or Not To Share? Jada Parrish https://fstoppers.com/bts/backyard-or-photo-studio-641405?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles <a href="https://fstoppers.com/bts/backyard-or-photo-studio-641405?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles" hreflang="und"><img loading="eager" src="https://cdn.fstoppers.com/styles/16_9_max_650/s3/lead/2023/09/backyardphotostudio.jpg.webp?itok=e6ZYD2an" width="650" height="366" alt="Split-screen comparison of a bright yellow enclosed space with a person in red clothing and a beige camping trailer setup in a backyard with a blue inflatable pool."> </a> <p>Every now and then, the opportunities for creativity can be found right under your nose, or in your own backyard, in this case. I turned my backyard into a photo studio to create wild conceptual images.&nbsp;</p> <p>[<a href="https://fstoppers.com/bts/backyard-or-photo-studio-641405?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles">Read More</a>]</p> Sun, 01 Oct 2023 10:03:01 -0400 Recent articles from Jada Parrish on Fstoppers.com Backyard or Photo Studio? Jada Parrish https://fstoppers.com/bts/making-most-8-megapixels-portrait-shoot-olympus-e-500-639580?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles <a href="https://fstoppers.com/bts/making-most-8-megapixels-portrait-shoot-olympus-e-500-639580?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles" hreflang="und"><img loading="eager" src="https://cdn.fstoppers.com/styles/16_9_max_650/s3/lead/2023/08/olympuse500.jpg.webp?itok=c0I787oj" width="650" height="366" alt="Two images of a person with long hair photographed against blue sky, one profile shot with arms raised, one action shot with hair in motion."> </a> <p>What matters more, gear or creativity? For this camera challenge, I set out to do a portrait shoot with an 8-megapixel camera that is almost 20 years old. Yes, I am talking about the Olympus E-500.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>[<a href="https://fstoppers.com/bts/making-most-8-megapixels-portrait-shoot-olympus-e-500-639580?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles">Read More</a>]</p> Tue, 05 Sep 2023 12:03:01 -0400 Recent articles from Jada Parrish on Fstoppers.com Making the Most of 8 Megapixels: Portrait Shoot With the Olympus E-500 Jada Parrish https://fstoppers.com/bts/colorful-diy-photoshoot-backdrop-under-25-638162?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles <a href="https://fstoppers.com/bts/colorful-diy-photoshoot-backdrop-under-25-638162?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles" hreflang="und"><img loading="eager" src="https://cdn.fstoppers.com/styles/16_9_max_650/s3/lead/2023/08/flavoricecover.jpg.webp?itok=FxIzgeod" width="650" height="366" alt="Two women posed against a vibrant multicolored striped background, wearing bold makeup and shoulder tattoos."> </a> <p>Sometimes, the simplest ideas can create some really cool images. Here’s how I created a fun and colorful DIY photoshoot backdrop for less than $25.&nbsp;</p> <p>With summer approaching its final days, I found myself wanting to do a photoshoot to capture the essence of summer in a vibrant and playful photoshoot. Inspiration struck me unexpectedly one night as I lounged on the couch, watching a movie. You never know when inspiration will hit, but when it does, it is pretty exciting.&nbsp;</p> <p>[<a href="https://fstoppers.com/bts/colorful-diy-photoshoot-backdrop-under-25-638162?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles">Read More</a>]</p> Sat, 12 Aug 2023 12:01:01 -0400 Recent articles from Jada Parrish on Fstoppers.com A Colorful DIY Photoshoot Backdrop Under $25 Jada Parrish https://fstoppers.com/bts/crazy-cosmic-photoshoot-using-metallic-spandex-638173?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles <a href="https://fstoppers.com/bts/crazy-cosmic-photoshoot-using-metallic-spandex-638173?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles" hreflang="und"><img loading="eager" src="https://cdn.fstoppers.com/styles/16_9_max_650/s3/lead/2023/08/spandex-cover.jpg.webp?itok=2glGVagW" width="650" height="366" alt="Woman in iridescent purple jacket posed against colorful light streaks and geometric reflections."> </a> Can metallic spandex work in a photoshoot? See how we built an entire photography set using metallic spandex and some of the challenges we faced along the way.&nbsp; <p></p> <p>My husband, David, is an artist and set designer, and always loves experimenting with new materials. We’d been seeing a lot of photographers doing shoots with Mylar and loved the results. Since so many photographers have already done shoots using Mylar, we wanted to try something a little different. David and I decided to build a photography set using metallic spandex instead.&nbsp;</p> <p>[<a href="https://fstoppers.com/bts/crazy-cosmic-photoshoot-using-metallic-spandex-638173?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles">Read More</a>]</p> Fri, 11 Aug 2023 12:03:01 -0400 Recent articles from Jada Parrish on Fstoppers.com Crazy Cosmic Photoshoot Using Metallic Spandex Jada Parrish https://fstoppers.com/film/film-challenge-porta-400-film-canon-eos-1n-rs-637900?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles <a href="https://fstoppers.com/film/film-challenge-porta-400-film-canon-eos-1n-rs-637900?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles" hreflang="und"><img loading="eager" src="https://cdn.fstoppers.com/styles/16_9_max_650/s3/lead/2023/08/rs_covef.jpg.webp?itok=uco62UY6" width="650" height="366" alt="Diptych comparison showing figure in patterned clothing with reflection effect and portrait with geometric overlay."> </a> <p>It’s been a minute since I shot color film. I’ve been shooting digital on a Canon 5D Mark IV for years. How does The Canon EOS-1N RS with Portra 400 compare?&nbsp;</p> <p>I used to shoot color film regularly on everything from 35mm to large format cameras, but ever since I became a full-time photographer, I’ve only shot digitally using my Canon 5D Mark IV. With client work, digital is so much more of a guarantee and so much faster. I do love the look and feel of film, though.&nbsp;</p> <p>[<a href="https://fstoppers.com/film/film-challenge-porta-400-film-canon-eos-1n-rs-637900?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles">Read More</a>]</p> Wed, 09 Aug 2023 12:03:01 -0400 Recent articles from Jada Parrish on Fstoppers.com Film Challenge: Porta 400 Film With the Canon EOS-1N RS Jada Parrish https://fstoppers.com/bts/portrait-shoot-diana-instant-square-camera-636918?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles <a href="https://fstoppers.com/bts/portrait-shoot-diana-instant-square-camera-636918?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles" hreflang="und"><img loading="eager" src="https://cdn.fstoppers.com/styles/16_9_max_650/s3/lead/2023/07/diana-2.jpg.webp?itok=9x11xul_" width="650" height="366" alt="Two black and white portrait photographs showing experimental makeup and theatrical styling."> </a> <p>I was challenged to photograph a portrait shoot on another random camera, but this one was really not what I was expecting. How do you take artistic portraits using an instant camera?&nbsp;</p> <p>[<a href="https://fstoppers.com/bts/portrait-shoot-diana-instant-square-camera-636918?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles">Read More</a>]</p> Thu, 27 Jul 2023 12:03:01 -0400 Recent articles from Jada Parrish on Fstoppers.com Portrait Shoot With the Diana Instant Square Camera Jada Parrish https://fstoppers.com/business/can-photographers-actually-make-money-patreon-636827?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles <a href="https://fstoppers.com/business/can-photographers-actually-make-money-patreon-636827?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles" hreflang="und"><img loading="eager" src="https://fstoppers.com/s3/files/styles/16_9_max_650/s3/lead/2023/07/img_9992-copy-2.jpg.webp?itok=H8FvEr1t" width="650" height="366" alt="Woman wearing glasses and patterned shirt sits at desk with laptop, looking upward with thoughtful expression."> </a> <p>I've been hearing about Patreon for a while, and I'm officially curious. Join me on my experiment to see if Patreon is actually a viable income source for photographers.&nbsp;</p> <p>[<a href="https://fstoppers.com/business/can-photographers-actually-make-money-patreon-636827?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles">Read More</a>]</p> Mon, 24 Jul 2023 15:03:01 -0400 Recent articles from Jada Parrish on Fstoppers.com Can Photographers Actually Make Money on Patreon? Jada Parrish https://fstoppers.com/bts/photo-took-us-abbey-road-studios-636122?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles <a href="https://fstoppers.com/bts/photo-took-us-abbey-road-studios-636122?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles" hreflang="und"><img loading="eager" src="https://cdn.fstoppers.com/styles/16_9_max_650/s3/lead/2023/07/lifeisdope_00660___websize_0.jpg.webp?itok=J5kdsW8x" width="650" height="366" alt="Woman resting her head on a colorful geometric surface against a black background."> </a> <p>We had an idea for a shoot and acted on it. We had no idea that this photo would take me all the way to the legendary Abbey Road Studios.&nbsp;</p> <p>Sometimes, great work comes out of you unexpectedly. That was exactly the case with this photoshoot. My husband and creative partner, David, and I found ourselves struck with a spur-of-the-moment idea to create a photoshoot centered around the concept of an artist's daydream.</p> <p>[<a href="https://fstoppers.com/bts/photo-took-us-abbey-road-studios-636122?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles">Read More</a>]</p> Thu, 20 Jul 2023 17:03:01 -0400 Recent articles from Jada Parrish on Fstoppers.com The Photo That Took Us To Abbey Road Studios Jada Parrish https://fstoppers.com/nature/mojave-deserts-lava-tube-epic-photoshoot-spot-636240?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles <a href="https://fstoppers.com/nature/mojave-deserts-lava-tube-epic-photoshoot-spot-636240?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles" hreflang="und"><img loading="eager" src="https://cdn.fstoppers.com/styles/16_9_max_650/s3/lead/2023/07/lava_tube_fstoppers.jpg.webp?itok=BlGpsrWz" width="650" height="366" alt="Shirtless man standing beneath a beam of sunlight in a cave, arms raised upward."> </a> <p>When it comes to photoshoot locations, few things can top a cave. This was a wild photoshoot adventure.&nbsp;</p> <p>We were looking for the best places to photograph in the Mojave Desert and got so excited when we stumbled across Lava Tube. Lava Tube is one of the most popular attractions at Mojave National Preserve.&nbsp;If you're not familiar with what a lava tube is, don't worry, I wasn't either.&nbsp;</p> <p>According to Google:</p> <p>a lava tube is formed when molten lava flows beneath the hardened surface of a lava flow, creating a hollow tunnel</p> <p>[<a href="https://fstoppers.com/nature/mojave-deserts-lava-tube-epic-photoshoot-spot-636240?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles">Read More</a>]</p> Thu, 20 Jul 2023 15:03:01 -0400 Recent articles from Jada Parrish on Fstoppers.com Mojave Desert's Lava Tube: Epic Photoshoot Spot? Jada Parrish https://fstoppers.com/opinion/personal-work-more-important-client-work-636099?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles <a href="https://fstoppers.com/opinion/personal-work-more-important-client-work-636099?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles" hreflang="und"><img loading="eager" src="https://cdn.fstoppers.com/styles/16_9_max_650/s3/lead/2023/07/set_32_000200____websize.jpg.webp?itok=9lQMWkss" width="650" height="366" alt="Woman with styled hair and makeup sitting at table with large plate of pasta, holding fork and knife against red background."> </a> <p>Don’t wait for someone to hire you to create your dream photoshoot. Do it on your own, and let that work attract clients who have a need for what you want to create.&nbsp;</p> <p>When you start a new shoot, you never really know what is going to happen. You may have a loose idea, but there is a certain serendipity when it comes to photography. You can plan and prep, but at a certain point, you just have to shoot and see what happens.&nbsp;</p> <p>[<a href="https://fstoppers.com/opinion/personal-work-more-important-client-work-636099?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles">Read More</a>]</p> Mon, 17 Jul 2023 12:03:01 -0400 Recent articles from Jada Parrish on Fstoppers.com Is Personal Work More Important Than Client Work? Jada Parrish https://fstoppers.com/portraits/how-pose-and-direct-photoshoot-draw-out-emotion-636100?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles <a href="https://fstoppers.com/portraits/how-pose-and-direct-photoshoot-draw-out-emotion-636100?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles" hreflang="und"><img loading="eager" src="https://cdn.fstoppers.com/styles/16_9_max_650/s3/lead/2023/07/zn_sunshine_00345___websize.jpg.webp?itok=v3S9Zlnf" width="650" height="366" alt="Woman in purple and white outfit crouching in geometric neon-colored corridor with lime green walls and orange ceiling panels."> </a> <p>With 10 years of professional photography under my belt, I can confidently say directing models with ease is one of the most important aspects of the job. Yet, it is a skill that so many photographers struggle with. It’s one of those things that seems so simple, but in the actual moment, can be incredibly challenging.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>[<a href="https://fstoppers.com/portraits/how-pose-and-direct-photoshoot-draw-out-emotion-636100?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles">Read More</a>]</p> Sun, 16 Jul 2023 12:03:01 -0400 Recent articles from Jada Parrish on Fstoppers.com How To Pose and Direct a Photoshoot To Draw Out Emotion Jada Parrish https://fstoppers.com/boudoir/embracing-challenge-nude-photo-shoots-634968?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles <a href="https://fstoppers.com/boudoir/embracing-challenge-nude-photo-shoots-634968?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles" hreflang="und"><img loading="eager" src="https://cdn.fstoppers.com/styles/16_9_max_650/s3/lead/2023/06/nude_cover_0.jpg.webp?itok=xYG9CjLl" width="650" height="366" alt="Woman in blush gown holding dried pampas grass, shown in three compositional variations against neutral backdrops."> </a> <p>Nude photo shoots can be intimidating for both the model and the photographer. Here's how I embraced the challenge, overcame intimidation, and found my creative flow. &nbsp;</p> <p>[<a href="https://fstoppers.com/boudoir/embracing-challenge-nude-photo-shoots-634968?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles">Read More</a>]</p> Mon, 10 Jul 2023 12:03:01 -0400 Recent articles from Jada Parrish on Fstoppers.com Embracing the Challenge of Nude Photo Shoots Jada Parrish https://fstoppers.com/business/should-photograph-friends-wedding-634978?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles <a href="https://fstoppers.com/business/should-photograph-friends-wedding-634978?utm_source=fstoppers&amp;utm_medium=RSS&amp;utm_campaign=rss_feed_author_articles" hreflang="und"><img loading="eager" src="https://cdn.fstoppers.com/styles/16_9_max_650/s3/lead/2023/06/adwed00219200429505.jpg.webp?itok=iLnb4ROv" width="650" height="366" alt="Bride in white dress viewed from behind as bridesmaids in pastel dresses smile at camera."> </a> <p>Photographing a friend's wedding sounds like a blast. 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