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Manny Canseco and the morning with Margaret

August 21, 2017

FD photo studio staff mainly consists of expert photographers and industry professionals who, besides providing outstanding customer service to our clients, in their spare time take advantage of available stages and show how it's done in every space. Photographer Manny Canseco had an opportunity to have a perfect morning shoot...

Reza shoots B&W in Hill 2

August 19, 2017

The art of black and white portrait is one of the intricate crafts. The play of shadows on the model's face might quickly switch from a dramatic depth to a shallow, uninteresting image. Luckily, image maker Reza who visited our blackout new stage Hill 2 knows how to capture deep,...

How to buy, format, use Memory Cards

August 14, 2017

cover photo taken from Have Camera Will Travel Memory cards are among the essential equipment for any photographer or videographer. They store images or videos and transfer this precious information to our computers/ main storage. Some use memory cards as a backup. It needless to say how important memory cards are...

Photography 101: What is Shutter Speed?

August 13, 2017

cover photo credit: rynharrison, natecharrison.com Shutter Speed is the third out of the three cornerstones of photography, the other two being ISO and Aperture. With the shutter speed parameter one can achieve many great effects that might seem magical. Have you ever seen the picture of the freeway where there is no cars...

Erikson Erise and his friends

August 11, 2017

How fun can it be to invite a few friends over and had a series of portraits taken in a perfect sunlight condition. Photographer Erikson Erise showed us that it can be actually very fun! Here is what you need to know about the photographer: "Erikson Erise is a portrait photographer based...

Aaron Carter in FD Photo Studio

August 11, 2017

Pop Star Aaron Carter came to stage B to update his Instagram profile pic and switch it bright, sensual and romantic photo. Does it reflect his approach to music and singing? We certainly think so! The MUA for the shoot was Sophie Leonard. Have a listen to Aaron Carter's songs on iTunes,...

Team FLY MEAN GO for PROMO magazine

August 11, 2017

The team of industry professionals visited stage F to shoot series of stunning, electrifying, pink -infused fashion shots for the PROMO Magazine. Setting up a theme with toy flamingo props and emphasizing the birds natural color with matching backdrops and outfits the session has resulted in the unity of model's...

Photography 101: What is Aperture?

July 26, 2017

Last week we talked about one of three main characteristics of the photography - ISO. Today we will explore another pillar each photo is based on - aperture. Aperture is the most creative tool out of three you can play with due to its ability to add dimension by blurring background...

How to use a CYC wall #2

July 24, 2017

cover photo taken by: atom.toma What is a CYC wall? How do you use it? Many of our clients who are new to photography do not know what cyclorama wall is for and usually get the same canned response - it is the infinity wall, the one that bends at the bottom. While this...