Painterly portrait of a female model holding a katana, captured in studio using Sony A7R V and painterly edited in Luminar Neo. Samurai-inspired, soft light, rich red tones

Blossom and Blade: How I Crafted a Painterly Warrior Portrait with Luminar Neo

Captured by Simon Childs on 10 May 2025 using the Sony A7R V and dual Godox AD600 strobes. Painterly post-processing completed in Luminar Neo. Blossom and Blade: How I Crafted a Painterly Warrior Portrait with Luminar Neo There’s something timeless about the image of a poised warrior — calm in spirit, yet powerful in presence. …

Melincourt Waterfall in Wales – Scenic Forest Cascade

Nestled in the lush heart of Wales, the Melincourt Waterfall stands as a testament to nature’s unyielding beauty. This stunning image captures not only the majesty of the waterfall but also the tranquil surroundings, where the dense greenery contrasts vividly with the rugged rock formations. To create this evocative image, I relied on the power …

Tattooed woman in lace lingerie reclining on a fur blanket in a black-and-white boudoir photo

Monochrome Boudoir Tutorial: Capturing Intimacy and Elegance with BexxEternal Ink

Eternal Ink in Monochrome” is a striking black-and-white portrait that captures the essence of the subject Drew with timeless elegance and depth. The choice to render this image in monochrome accentuates the intricate details of the tattoos and the piercing intensity of the subject’s expression, creating a visually compelling narrative. Creating this image in Luminar …