Creating Dramatic Black and White Photos with a Canon R5 and a Nanlite Spotlight in Monochrome Mode
I am obsessed with color, but that doesn’t mean I don’t love a strong black and white photo. So, I wanted to challenge myself to create some moody black and white images.
Why would you do that?
Color can be so distract...
Deau Eyes at Home in Color
I photographed an intimate portrait session of my friend Ali, an insanely talented musician known as Deau Eyes, in her home using a Canon R5, an 85mm lens, and a Nanlite FC-120C with a projection attachment (PJ-FMM19).
To give the photos a soft...
Want to Hang and Talk about Cool things?! Join Our Creative Insiders Zoom Series
David and I live in a relatively small city—Richmond, VA—and what we do (building custom sets and creating surreal photo shoots) doesn’t always make sense to the people around us.
Our work takes us to cities like Los Angeles, Nashv...
VFlat World Filmed a Behind the Scenes Video of our Shoot!
David and I combine photography and set design, building a new set for each of our shoots. When it comes to our personal projects, we love creating conceptual images that use lighting, posing, color, and set design to tell a story.
One of the lighti...
How to Apply Color Theory in Photography for Deeper, More Meaningful Shots
Color can be one of the most powerful tools in a photographer’s arsenal. Whether you’re just starting or have been shooting for a while, learning how to use color thoughtfully can elevate your work to a whole new level. In fact, it can be...
Photographers: Why Your Instagram Reels Aren’t Getting Views (And How to Fix It!)
Spending a lot of time creating an Instagram reel only to have it flop feels awful. It can make you question your talent and wonder if your work is any good at all. But guess what? That’s not true! Getting fewer likes or engagement on a reel do...
How to Grow Your Photography Instagram with Reel Hooks that Actually Work
Instagram can sometimes feel like a crapshoot—like you have little to no control. And to a certain extent, that’s true. The algorithm is constantly changing, new features are popping up, and it’s hard to keep up.
But the truth is, ...
Comparing Four Prism Lens FX Filters: Halo, Lucid Dream, Moody, and Nostalgia
David and I love in-camera effects of all kinds, from sets to lighting. So, I was really excited to try out some Prism Lens FX filters.
They have so many cool options, and I’ve spent hours on their website, exploring all the different filters ...
Our Photos on at Imaging USA
There’s nothing more disappointing than spending hours color-correcting photos—making sure everything is balanced yet bold—only to have them printed and the colors come out dull, muted, and unsaturated. We’ve been through a lo...
The Boudoir Posing Routine Your Guide To Effortless Boudoir
Boudoir shoots can be easy and flow effortlessly. Imagine walking into every boudoir shoot with confidence, knowing that each pose will flow seamlessly into the next, creating endless variety.
That’s why I developed a boudoir “routine&rd...
In The Clouds Fashion Editorial
This was a surreal, conceptual fashion editorial shoot, photographed against a cloud backdrop. The shoot showcases business casual looks inspired by early 70s spring wardrobes. We used a variety of lighting setups to highlight each of the three disti...
New Photoshoot Breakdown E-Magazine
We’ve been working on something really exciting behind the scenes, and we’re thrilled to share it with you. We’re launching a brand new e-magazine called "The Breakdown", and we plan to release it every two months.
Here’s the...
The Same Set Built 10 Different Ways
Learning to build your own photo sets is a game changer—and it doesn't have to be super complicated! Once you learn the basics, there’s no limit to what you can create.
But you have to start small before you go big. You have to start som...
From Doodles to Sets: Our Creative Process
Like a lot of artists, we stumbled upon our creative process by accident.
The thing about being a creative professional is that you have to create on command and train your brain to be creative, even when the inspiration isn’t flowing. And to ...
A Photo Series About Heartbreak
Is there anything more painful than a broken heart? Experiencing a heartbreak can trigger profound emotional responses that leave lasting scars on your self-esteem.
This shoot is about embracing those painful feelings and visually depicting what it'...
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Jada + David Parrish are mixed media artists whose work explores the connection between painting, sculpture, motion, and photography.