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Which Background for Your Headshots?

Which Background for Your Headshots?

by Stanley LearyAugust 30, 2022September 1, 2025

There are many options for backgrounds for a headshot. However, whether this is an executive, actor, or casual, all backgrounds must have one thing in common there aren't any distractions behind your subject. Brittley Woods…

What Aperture Should You Use For Group Photo?

What Aperture Should You Use For Group Photo?

by Stanley LearyAugust 27, 2022September 1, 2025

[NIKON Z 9, 14-24mm f/2.8G, Mode = Manual, ISO 400, 1/125, ƒ/8, (35mm = 16)] While setting up for this photo, my photo assistant for the day asked me what is a good aperture to…

Which Style Of Headshot Do You Need?

Which Style Of Headshot Do You Need?

by Stanley LearyAugust 26, 2022September 1, 2025

There are many types of headshots. You must factor in a few variables to decide what is best for you, your team, or your organization. Style – The look of the headshot. Lighting, background and…

Light in photos can be like the icing on the cake.

Light in photos can be like the icing on the cake.

by Stanley LearyAugust 23, 2022September 1, 2025

[NIKON D4, 85.0 mm f/1.4, Mode = Aperture Priority, ISO 800, 1/160, ƒ/1.4, (35mm = 85) Constant lights with softboxes] One of the most significant mistakes most public relations professionals make when it comes to…

Hang in there – Give others time

Hang in there – Give others time

by Stanley LearyAugust 19, 2022September 1, 2025

Today I decided to give another visit to the A2D, Analog to Digital, social group of photographers that meets every Friday at Einstein Bros. Bagels in Atlanta. A2D is a very mixed group of photographers.…

Nuance in communications is a Lifesaver or Dealbreaker.

Nuance in communications is a Lifesaver or Dealbreaker.

by Stanley LearyAugust 18, 2022September 1, 2025

The art of communication is so complex at times. But unfortunately, the complexity has more to do with the audience than the messenger. It is rare when you are communicating with anyone that you don’t…

“Hey Stanley, I’d love your advice.”

“Hey Stanley, I’d love your advice.”

by Stanley LearyAugust 17, 2022September 1, 2025

Photo by Dennis Fahringer After being in the industry for forty years, I am often asked for business advice from newbies and other pros. By the way, most pros still phone a friend for their…

Lifestyle Corporate Stock Photo Shoot

Lifestyle Corporate Stock Photo Shoot

by Stanley LearyAugust 16, 2022September 1, 2025

Lifestyle Photography Lifestyle photography has an almost photojournalistic reputation. Lifestyle photography is where interactions are candid and without any direction from the photographer. [NIKON Z 9, 35mm f/1.4G, Mode = Aperture Priority, ISO 1000, 1/400,…

Atlanta‘s Analog to Digital Friday Get Togethers

Atlanta‘s Analog to Digital Friday Get Togethers

by Stanley LearyAugust 12, 2022September 1, 2025

Finding your social group is so vital to your health and well-being. You may belong to many different groups: a religious group, an ethnic group, your workplace colleague group, your college class, a sports team,…

Simple One Light Headshot

Simple One Light Headshot

by Stanley LearyAugust 10, 2022September 1, 2025

Chelle Griggs Leary [NIKON Z 9, 85mm f/1.8G, Mode = Manual, ISO 64, 1/125, ƒ/5.6, (35mm = 85)] My daughter has a new job as a musical theater teacher at a dance studio in Columbus,…

“Short cuts make long delays.”― J.R.R. Tolkien

“Short cuts make long delays.”― J.R.R. Tolkien

by Stanley LearyAugust 10, 2022September 1, 2025

Shortcuts are generally derived from laziness in an attempt to perform a job with the most minimal effort required. Unfortunately, this creates the opportunity for negative results and possibly severe consequences. In reality, shortcuts usually…

Whose Burdens Do You Carry & Who Is Helping Carrying Yours?

Whose Burdens Do You Carry & Who Is Helping Carrying Yours?

by Stanley LearyAugust 9, 2022September 1, 2025

The Citadel Recognition Day – Recognition Day begins much the way the first day of military training began for the knobs — with intense physical and mental challenges. Knobs awake well before the sun rises…

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