If you didn’t already know, the term Gobo is an acronym that literally means ‘Goes Before Optics’. What does that mean then exactly? Well, it’s simply something that goes in front of a light source, casting a shadow or pattern. This ingenious portrait series by Spanish photographer Alfredo González uses a hat as a gobo.… Continue reading Create striking portraits like these using a hat as a gobo
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Create dramatic portraits with a homemade Gobo like this photographer
What makes a portrait dramatic? If you search the internet you’ll get quite a few answers, ranging from the practical to the abstract. Suggestions such as creating a mood, dark backgrounds and using fog or smoke all feature. As does using a characterful subject, often dressing the part. While these things certainly do contribute to… Continue reading Create dramatic portraits with a homemade Gobo like this photographer
How to shoot dramatic architectural silhouettes, without leaving your house
Sometimes we see something that makes you stop scrolling, sit up, and take note. That is exactly what happened when we saw these dramatic silhouettes shot by photographer Jennifer Arce from Florida. We caught up with Jennifer to find out how she created these because all is not what it seems. Jennifer says it all… Continue reading How to shoot dramatic architectural silhouettes, without leaving your house