Mark Wallace
Mark Wallace is a professional photographer, educator, and content creator known for his expertise in studio lighting and portrait photography. With a career spanning over two decades, Mark has worked with top brands and publications, honing his skills in both commercial and fine art photography.
As a passionate educator, he has produced hundreds of instructional videos on photography techniques, lighting setups, and gear reviews, reaching a global audience through platforms like YouTube and Adorama TV. His engaging teaching style and deep knowledge make complex concepts accessible to photographers of all skill levels.
Beyond the studio, Mark is an avid traveler and adventurer, often documenting his journeys through compelling imagery and storytelling. His dedication to the art of photography continues to inspire a new generation of visual artists.
Find more of Mark’s tutorials on his Instagram
In this episode, Mark Wallace demonstrates an easy way to create high contrast portraits. Mark uses two lights to create three different looks. You can create a similar look in your studio using seamless white paper or a white wall. Images were converted to black and white using Adobe Photoshop Lightroom, Adobe Photoshop CC 2020, and the Nik software collection.
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PRODUCTS USED:
- Leica M10 Mirrorless Digital Rangefinder Camera, Black
- Leica 50mm f/1.4 SUMMILUX-M Aspherical -Black
- Sekonic L-858D-U Speedmaster Light Meter
- Profoto B2 250 AirTTL To-Go Kit
- Profoto Air Remote Transceiver
- Flashpoint XPLOR 600PRO TTL R2 Monolight
- Profoto Off-Camera Flash Speedring
- Flashpoint Grid Set, for 8″ Reflectors
- Aputure Fresnel 2X Mount
PRODUCTION EQUIPMENT USED:
- DJI Osmo Pocket
- Sennheiser Evolution G3
- Sony Alpha a7 III 24MP UHD 4K Mirrorless Digital Camera
- Atomos Shinobi 5.2″” IPS Touchscreen Monitor
