I've always wanted my photography education on here to be free, so although there is no paywall to any of my -Technique Tuesdays-, any and all support is greatly appreciated. ❤️
PLUS: Donate any amount and I’ll send you a link to the hi-res print version of my studio lighting book.
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PLUS: Donate any amount and I’ll send you a link to the hi-res print version of my studio lighting book. ||
It’s time to thank your fellow togs! Why? Because I’m hurriedly putting together this free LR Preset pack for everyone in response to the incredible submissions to my recent Halloween Photo Competition!
Less than 24 hours ago I suggested an impromptu Halloween Photo Comp in place of my normal Monday -Share-a-Shoot- (ordinarily people submit images to my FB Page for feedback and critique). I simply thought it would be a nice change and a chance to see some fun and spooky photos given the time of year. ‘Themed’ submissions are often hit and miss as they can severely limit the pool of available images being shared, plus I gave no advance notice of this competition.
Boy was I wrong and I had no idea how seriously so many of you take Halloween as I quickly saw scores of incredible images being submitted!
I woke up this morning and knew there was no way I was going to be able to choose just one or two winners from all these great shots, so I decided to swiftly put together this free Lightroom Preset pack for everyone who entered…. and then I realised it would be more work to then try and get each every person the pack individually…. so now literally everyone is a winner! 🤣
So, huge thanks to those who submitted all of your incredible Halloween images and due to your incredible talent and my inherent laziness to reward you all separately, here is a free Lightroom Preset Pack for everyone!❤️
Scroll down to grab the free Presets, but on the way, check out just some of the incredible work that was shared.
Winner!
I did just say that everyone was a winner today, but some are winning more than others and if I had to pick my personal favourite shot from the 80+ (and still rising entrants) shots submitted, it’d have to be this incredible shot from Chris Juengel.
As many of you know, I love the cinematic look, striking colours… and shiny skin. So this shot immediately caught my eye. I will say that I know from experience how hard it is to play with very dark images like this. Keeping a lot of your image hidden in ‘clipped’ data is a daunting task for many of us and keeping a lot hidden whilst only giving away just enough is very tricky to do and Chris has nailed it here.
Couple all of that with some subtle light from below, incredible makeup and a pose that ties it all together and you have a very powerful image indeed! Great work Chris and a very well-earned +10 internet points to you my friend!
Honourable and Very Incredible Mentions
Of course, I would be remiss if I didn't take a moment to call out some of the other truly remarkable shots shared, so here are a few very honourable mentions…
Plus, arguably the most adorable Halloween shot I’ve ever seen goes to…
I’d also encourage you to take a look at all the other fabulously spooky (and often downright terrifying) images submitted by the community and thanks again to all who shared an image. JHP Halloween Photo Competition 2024
The Impromptu Lightroom Preset Pack 2024
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I've always wanted my photography education on here to be free, so although there is no paywall to any of my -Technique Tuesdays-, any and all support is greatly appreciated. ❤️
PLUS: Donate any amount and I’ll send you a link to the hi-res print version of my studio lighting book.
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PLUS: Donate any amount and I’ll send you a link to the hi-res print version of my studio lighting book. ||
JHP Livestreams…
I livestream every other Tuesday night via YouTube and there I answer your questions, critique your shots, take community images into Photoshop to work on them and discuss all manner of lighting tips and techniques. I look forward to seeing you and your work there real soon. Jake Hicks Photography - YouTube
