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Did you know that placing a drop of peppermint essential oil on the palm of your hands helps improve concentration and mental sharpness? I’ve been using it every time I have a retouching session or need to write for extended periods. It totally works. Another great hack is to add it to your hand wash...Continue Reading

Excuse me, you’re in my shot Last month I finally got to visit and photograph one of the most famous monuments in the world, excluding Kim Kardashian’s butt of course. The monument I’m talking about is The Taj Mahal, India. I’ve been lucky enough to travel to many of the most iconic monuments in the...Continue Reading

  Model Credit: Alan Fletcher on location in my studio. Canon 1Ds Mark III Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS lens ISO 100, F14 @1/200th sec I’ve been working with Australian actor Alan Fletcher for nearly 20 years now. We first met when he joined the cast of Australia’s longest running soap Neighbours. We done so...Continue Reading

Want to change careers and become a full-time photographer? Gina outlines everything you need to do to make the leap. From getting industry experience, finding mentors, books worth reading and what projects you should work on, this episode is your guide to making it all happen. Enjoy! Click play to listen to the podcast or find...Continue Reading

    Everything you need to know to create your own studio space, whether you are starting out at home, sharing with other photographers or investing in your own professional base. In this week’s episode, Gina and Valerie take you on a step-by-step journey through what you need to do from starting out to turning...Continue Reading

How to shoot events, functions and major parties. This episode is all about events – we cover everything from the gear you need and what to wear, to event etiquette, how to get the best shots for your client, secret tips to use at weddings and your post-event must-dos. Listen now! Click play to listen...Continue Reading

How to shoot events, functions and major parties. This episode is all about events – we cover everything from the gear you need and what to wear, to event etiquette, how to get the best shots for your client, secret tips to use at weddings and your post-event must-dos. Listen now! Click play to listen...Continue Reading

What would MacGyver do? I’m constantly looking for smart ways to protect my clients’ floors from scratches caused by my light stands whenever I’m shooting on location. I saw this clever solution on a recent shoot that I did with a film crew and loved the MacGyveresque genius of it!  Continue Reading

What happens when you have to photograph a difficult or demanding person? In this episode, we focus on the hacks Gina has honed over 20 years of photographing everyone from Prime Ministers to divas and actresses to the shyest and most insecure people around. So many take-aways you can use for yourself. Enjoy the episode!...Continue Reading