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PHOTO 074: On location at an A-list television awards ceremony May 19, 2016

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What really goes on behind the scenes at the A-list television awards ceremony? Well, a lot! And from a photographer’s point of view of there are many issues to contend with. Apart from the technical aspects of the right lighting, you also need to understand posing and directing stars while you’re under a lot of pressure.

In this episode, Gina and Valerie break down how Gina prepares for this kind of shoot, what gear to bring, how to set it up, and reveal the hacks and techniques you need to understand when you only have mere minutes to capture shots that are going to be featured on the front pages of national newspapers and magazines and following day.

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PHOTO 073 Filters: The essential guide to on camera filters May 12, 2016

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Are filters still relevant these days? When so much can be done to images in post-production, what filters do you really need? Gina and Valerie discuss why you still need filters, which ones are ideal for your photography – and surprising ways that you can use them. You’ll also discover what you can do to MacGuyver handy filters in any situation.

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PHOTO 072: Tropical Island: Photography in exotic locations May 05, 2016

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On location in Cebu in the Philippines, Gina and Valerie talk about the next part of their adventure and how to photograph in exotic locations. They cover dealing with the camera condensation that’s prevalent in the tropics, handling the harsh light, how to find the good light, shooting total strangers, what “cake bread” really is – and much more.

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PHOTO 071: How to break into celebrity photography Apr 28, 2016

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With an upcoming shoot at the Logies (the Australian equivalent of the Emmys) on the horizon, Gina and Valerie talk about how to break into celebrity photography. You’ll discover: Gina’s first celebrity shoot, how she got into television photography, and her tips on how you can break into this industry.

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PHOTO 070: Epic! How to organise, direct and photograph an epic photo shoot. Apr 20, 2016

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We go behind the scenes at Gina's recent epic photo shoot, including Harley Davidsons, Mustangs, horses, drones, teepees, five models and much more! Gina and Valerie talk about what's involved in preparing for the shoot, coordinating a huge crew, handling the client and what happens when your main model cancels at the last minute.

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PHOTO 069: Slim pickings: How to create amazing images using only available light Apr 14, 2016

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As photographers, we can find ourselves in sticky positions where conditions are less than ideal. So what happens when you find yourself on a shoot where you don’t have enough gear or lights – but you have to make do with the light that’s available? No point cursing or rescheduling. Instead, you need to look at the available light and see what you can do with what you have got.

In this episode, Gina and Valerie focus on the thought process you should go through to create amazing images when you have no choice but to only use available light. You’ll also find great examples in the show notes that reveal what’s possible in these situations.

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PHOTO 068: Skin Deep: How to colour balance and expose skin tones Apr 07, 2016

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How do you expose for skin tone correctly? The camera's light meter doesn't always get it right especially if you have people with different skin tones all in the same image.

In this episode, Gina and Valerie focus on the exact steps you need to take to ensure that everyone's skin tones come up perfectly. They explain what colour balance is and why you need to understand what it does and how to ensure you have the perfect exposure in your shots regardless of the situation you're in.

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PHOTO 067: How to shoot in low light Mar 31, 2016

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Light is everything when it comes to photography. But, sometimes, you just don’t have enough of it! We’re not even talking about shooting in a dark room. There are many instances when your lighting isn’t ideal and you could do with a little bit more light to really make your photos pop. So what you can do about it?

In this episode, Gina and Valerie focus on simple ideas you can use when you are shooting in a variety of low light situations.

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PHOTO 066: The Matrix: Camera metering modes explained without the need for a science degree. Mar 24, 2016

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Light metering can be confusing. But it doesn't have to be. In fact, a lot of the mumbo jumbo surrounding lighting and metering is simply unnecessary. In true "Gina-style", this episode Gina and Valerie focus on simple explanations about light metering than will improve your photography, help you achieve perfect skin tones and provide you with the knowledge you need to really master your metering. You also get to find out why "Hans" loves "50 Shades of Grey".

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PHOTO 065: What are photography cliches and why you should avoid them to make your photos stand out. Mar 17, 2016

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We're all guilty of shooting the odd cliche from time to time. Whether it's that selfie on Instagram, a photo of your shows, the shot of the hipster couple, the cute guy at the gas station... Cliches have their place and, sometimes, they even work! But what do you need to do to ensure your shots are original, so that they stand out from others and really help your portfolio shine?

In this episode, Gina and Valerie discuss how to recognise a photography cliche, which ones to avoid, and how to turn them around so that you bring your own authentic mark to your images.

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