Joel Sartore: A Mission to Photograph and Save Species

Joel Sartore has made it his life's work to photograph every species on the planet and encourage people to look into their eyes before they disappear to extinction.

Aakaash Bali: Creating Cinematic Images

From his carefully planned compositions and use of light and color, Aakaash makes us feel like we are a part of the story he crafts.

Rob Grimm: How to Mimic Natural Light in the Studio

Being able to witness natural light and recreate its patterns within a studio is one of the more challenging tasks a photographer can encounter.

Brenda Bazan: Capturing Emotion and Connection in Your Portraits

To describe Brenda Bazan as a portrait photographer is an oversimplification. Brenda searches for a deeper meaning and human connection through her images while encapsulating both everyday and extraordinary people's stories and emotions.

Felix Kunze: The Biggest Challenge for Photographers

Felix Kunze needs no introduction; the German-born, English raised, New York City photographer is a lighting legend. With their ease and simplicity in understanding light, his photography classes have flipped the industry on its head.

Lighting for Retouching

Meet Pratik Naik- a retoucher, photographer, educator, and entrepreneur who has over 15 years of experience in the industry

Elisha Knight: Combining Color Toning & Lighting to Create Classic Cinematic Images

"Find a community of supportive creatives, share your work, get critiqued, educate yourself, and don’t compare your photography journey to others.”

Adventure Motivation: Instagram Accounts to Follow and be Inspired By

We created Adventure Motivation as a place where we can feature a few photographers whose work we adore and hope you'll start following their journeys.

A Look Inside the Colorful World of Erika Barker

"We, as artists, must maintain our minds with positive thoughts. I do this with running, eating healthy, and surrounding myself with those who make me smile."

Tips for Self Portraits with Brandi Nicole

"Remember that with every moment you put into trying something new - you are learning new lessons and techniques."

Aaron Jay Young

"I am motivated by a deep desire to constantly learn and grow and by a desire to fulfill my purpose on the planet while I'm still here."

Balancing Retouching & Photography

Meet Pratik Naik- a retoucher, photographer, educator, and entrepreneur who has over 15 years of experience in the industry

Five Photographers' Goals and Routines During Coronavirus

Need tips to stay productive during the Coronavirus Pandemic? Here are 5 photographers talking about their goals and daily routines during these uncertain times.

Dani Diamond

“I push myself to try new techniques especially with lighting on location. I do enjoy the the challenges that come with each shoot and sometimes it's not technical."

John Gress

"Don't be like me and switch around lighting companies so much-find yourself a brand that has consistency in color and brightness, picture to picture."

Susan Rockstraw

Beauty photographer and High End Retoucher Susan Rockstraw shares her advice to photographers and shares her journey of finding her niche.

Emily Teague

Elinchrom Ambassador Emily Teague has amassed quite the impressive portfolio and story in her 7 years of shooting. Since she was 16, Emily has been experimenting with lighting as well as genres in photography.

Garth Milan

Famed war photographer Robert Capa is credited with saying, “If your pictures aren’t good enough, you’re not close enough.” That’s never been a problem for action sports photographer Garth Milan. 

Felix Kunze 2019

Learn more about how Felix Kunze approached photographing 80 portraits in one evening, including the Apollo 11 astronauts at the Explorer's Club's 115th annual dinner.

Pushing the Limit

Pushing the FUJIFILM GFX 100 to the Limit with HS and HSS. With the rise of mirrorless cameras, Michael Clark has been trying out all the different mirrorless options including Fujifilm's new medium-format camera.

Ami Vitale

After finding herself at a personal crossroads, Nikon Ambassador and National Geographic contract photographer Ami Vitale decided to dedicate herself to seeking out and photographing sources of hope around the globe.

Lighting Magic

An edgy motorcycle fashion shoot in metro Denver may seem like a far cry from the outdoor and adventure settings that have fueled award-winning director and photographer Tyler Stableford’s career over the past couple of decades.

A little inspiration can go a long way

This month we are featuring 4 Elinchrom users from across the globe who’s work, dedication and adventurous spirit inspire us.

Transmitter PRO Fujifilm

For all Fujifilm users, the Transmitter PRO for Fujifilm cameras is available now. It provides full compatibility with Elinchrom flash units and includes TTL functionality for the latest ELB 500 TTL.

Clickin' the Trick

For his recent Dakine assignment, Gore was tasked with shooting an action photo and supporting images for a two-page ad featuring men’s biking apparel.

ELB 500 in The Land of the Thunder Dragon

Lighting is critical for any portrait. While available light works in some situations, being able to create beautiful soft light no matter what the conditions is what brings my work to the next level.

Lighting The Spirit: Michael Clark and the ELB 1200

Michael Clark did a real-size field test to push the unit to its limits. Working with Red Bull Athlete, Rafa Ortiz, Red Bull Photography and some intense ingredients he ended up with astonishing results.

On A Trek With The ELB 1200

Going on a trip with trekker freaks and an ELB 1200 in hot and sweaty conditions, with water and dirt. Everything we love at Elinchrom.

ELB 1200 Release Details

Elinchrom announces the release of the ELB 1200, the premier adventure light for photographers.

Behind the Scenes: A Parkour Photoshoot with Nadir Kahn and the ELB 400

Follow photographer Nadir Khan's experience and enjoy the Skyport HS transmitter with its Hi-Sync technology.

Choosing the Right Gear: How to Select the Correct ELB 400 Head for Your Photography Style

With the ELB 400, you have 3 different flash heads, let us explain the differences between the various flash heads offered for the most portable battery pack you’re about to use.

Create Awesome Action Sports Photos and Portraits with Michael Clark and the Skyport Plus HS

Whatever you're shooting, the Skyport Plus HS opens up a whole new world of lighting.

Freezing Dust and Splashes with Willi Nothers and the ELB 400

German photographer Willi Nothers took the ELB 400 for an unusual outdoor BMX photoshoot with dust and splashes.

Metering 101: 4 Lighting Recipes Using the Sekonic 478DR for Elinchrom

Explore 4 different lighting styles using the Sekonic 478DR Elinchrom lightmeter that could benefit both you and your clients.

HS or HSS

Let's review HyperSync, HSS, Hi-Sync, to shoot at shutter speeds higher than the standard flash sync speed of DSLR cameras.

Felix Kunze, Iceland

I went to Iceland in Sept 2015 and connected again with an old Icelandic friend. Having visited the usual tourist hot spots on this trip, I immediately accepted her invitation to participate in a 5 day wilderness adventure to a seldom-trodden trail in the interior of Iceland.

The Sony Skyport HS in Gravity

John Wilhelm is an IT Director at a Swiss University and a part-time hobby photographer, describing himself as a "photholic".

Anthony Passant

From digital creations, portraits to lifestyle photography, Anthony Passant is a French photographer who likes to experiment with light. Anthony tries to capture expressions and freeze in a split second an individual’s personal feelings. For him, photography is an art, a craft, but above all, a passion.

Flash a Wingsuit Flier

Tristan Shu is a professional photographer based in Annecy (France), specializing in adventure and extreme sports photography, as well as lifestyle and portraits. Tristan always produces intense, raw images of athletes in their natural habitat, and pushing their sports to the limit.