The Geekoto lantern in action

You've been asking a lot about the lantern. So for today I thought it would be nice to share a video in which I show you the difference between a standard softbox with grid and the new Geekoto lantern.

Introducing the new Geekoto softboxes

I've been posting some images online and on the blog already with the amazing new striplight and lantern from Geekoto. But today I want to share the official video we made for the Dutch market (and English) about these brand new softboxes.

Building a cool set with Click Backdrops in your own studio or living room

As you probably know we use ClickBackDrops in our studio, we actually started with my own signature series and ended up being the distributor for the Netherlands. Of course you can just use the backgrounds as... well backgrounds. And although that already looks great, you can do so much more.

The brand new Geekoto Lantern in action

It's always fun to play with new gear, and for me lightshapers always have a special place. And let's be honest the lightshaper defines for a large part how your image will look. The new Geekoto lantern has a few tricks up it's sleeve.

ClickLive event 2024 Results from Day 3 with our amazing model Tion

This was the third day and the backgrounds were not mounted 100% anymore, but I still love the results from these sessions. Also many thanks to Tion who did his best with loads of different outfits and never too tired to pose for me or the attendees. This day was a bit more quiet on the show so I had some more time to shoot, so sorry for the many images 😀

ClickLive trade show workshops results Day 1 and 2 with Macy

The cool thing about the ClickLive event were the more than 10 portfolio pods which were all unique and build only with ClickBackdrops. Next to our booth we sponsored the portfolio booth with our Geekoto strobes and a fitting theme for me.

ClickLive trade show workshops results Day 1 with Jess

She actually told me that it was almost impossible to get a good shot of her, so I made her a bet. If you are not happy with the results I'm going to stop teaching 😀 Luckily for me she liked them.

The first ever ClickLive 2024 event in the UK travel vlog

In this video we take you with us during the first ever ClickLive event in the UK. During the trade show we had our own booth for IQwire, Rogue, ClickBackdrops, IQwire and of course Geekoto. Next to our booth we sponsored a special portfolio booth with an awesome set totally fitting my personal taste, as soon as you see it you will understand.

Great results from the Digital Classroom with Claudia

In fact (believe it or not) I don't prepare the livestreams. Of course we know the theme, select some backgrounds but from there on it's all just made up on the spot, which makes the livestreams (and workshops/demos) not only a lot of fun for me but also for the viewers, they always get something unique and it makes it possible for me to respond to questions.

A cool behind the scenes during a fashion shoot including all the info free tutorial

During our Digital Classroom episodes I show several lighting setups, explain what's going on and also show the images coming in the moment I shoot them. Digital Classroom is jam-packed with information for all levels photographers with an interest for people/models.

An awesome test shoot with some strong colors

We are always looking for new models for our workshops and events. Today the results from the test shoot with Monika. Fun detail, she lives at almost walking distance from our studio, what a coincidence.

Working with a model during her first shoot and how to make it a success

Today in the blog the full episode of Digital Classroom with a much requested topic. "how to work with models during their first shoot and how to make it a success" See the full session and get all the tips about lighting, posing and how to coach your model.

A new model in our studio for a very special session and she rocked it

Jannaika is Miss Photogenic 2024 and Sanne was convinced she would be a perfect model for me. And you never guessed it... we needed a model for the Digital Classroom. So the images you see here were shot during a live stream, and we literally met 5 minutes before we went live. It doesn't happen a lot but I was impressed.

A very cool lighting technique with just one strobe and softbox

In the short digital classroom videos I explain the lighting of one of my photos I took during the workshops. You see the results, the behind the scenes video and an in depth explanation about the technique.

Sometimes 15 minutes is enough for a commercial photo shoot

When the client arrived we started with planning the whole shoot, and to our horror we found out they had to be back in Amsterdam in..... 2 hours.

What happens when you change it to Black and White?

The choice between black and white or color can be tricky. For me personally I sometimes shoot something with the intend to make it black and white, but then when I see the results I often keep it in color, because I just love the way it looks.

A horror clown in our studio (in color)

In todays blog post the results from one set with our model Felisa. And although you don't recognise her, the choice of model is vital for these kind of shots. One might say, she is just wearing a clowns suite and props, so what's difficult?
mixing light sources

Mixing light sources in the studio flash vs continuous lighting

In todays video I talk about how I included the studio lights in a photo with Nadine during one of the workshops. I also explain the main lighting setup and show the results from that set.

The new Rogue Magnetic Flash adapter

The new Rogue Flash adapter v2  Rogue has improved the flash…

Why the blog or website is more important at the moment

I've been adding loads of new articles about lighting, photography in general, results from Digital Classrooms and a lot more in the last few months, so I'm sure you will find something you like. And I will continue to add articles to the blog, so make sure you add it to your bookmarks,  or......