How to Create Cinematic Portraits with Simple Lighting with Clive Booth - Episode 304

In this episode of The Camera Shake Podcast, I sit down with photographer and Canon ambassador Clive Booth to explore how to create cinematic portraits using simple lighting setups.If you’ve ever wondered how to achieve that film-style look without complicated gear, this conversation breaks it down into practical, real-world techniques you can start using immediately. We talk about lighting for portraits, shaping light for mood, and why understanding shadow is just as important as the light itself.Clive shares his approach to minimal lighting—often using just one light—to create powerful, story-driven images. We also dive into his workflow, the importance of preparation, and how thinking like a filmmaker can transform your photography.Whether you’re an amateur photographer, a professional, or building a photography business, this episode is packed with insights to help you elevate your portrait photography.If you enjoy episodes like this, make sure to subscribe and check out more conversations on photography, lighting techniques, and creative business strategies here on the channel.👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more interviews with top photographers and creators.#portraitphotphotography #CliveBooth #PhotographyPodcast #CameraShakePodcast******************************************************************Get Your CAMERA SHAKE MERCH: https://www.kerstenluts.com/camerashake-merch******************************************************************SUPPORT THE PODCAST: www.buymeacoffee.com/camerashake******************************************************************JOIN THE CAMERA SHAKE COMMUNITY for the latest news and some behind the scenes insights: www.camerashakepodcast.com ******************************************************************Check out our sponsor: www.platypod.com******************************************************************THIS WEEK’S LINKS:Clive Booth on the web:https://clivebooth.comClive Booth on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cliveboothphotoClive’s links mentioned in this episode:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QntEQI-sT1Mhttps://www.canon.co.uk/view/birmingham-royal-ballet-print-exhibition/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E6DgyUocGoAhttps://www.canon.co.uk/pro/stories/vr-ballet-dual-fisheye/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MyARTVeyLbAhttps://www.canon-is.com/pro/stories/clive-booth-print-portraits/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QJ6Wc5pUku8https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aq-XavG30Wghttps://clivebooth.com/mccullin-in-kolkata/https://clivebooth.com/canon-eos-5d/https://www.canon.co.uk/pro/stories/clive-booth-lifeboats/https://clivebooth.com/karen-gillan/https://clivebooth.com/amouage-interlude/https://clivebooth.com/amouage-honour/https://clivebooth.com/roksanda-ilincic/JOIN THE CAMERA SHAKE COMMUNITY for the latest news and some behind the scenes insights: www.camerashakepodcast.com ======================================CAMERA SHAKE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE:https://www.youtube.com/camerashakeFULL EPISODE 304 ‘How to Create Cinematic Portraits with Simple Lighting with CLIVE BOOTH’ IS ALSO AVAILABLE ON: YouTube - https://youtu.be/2ghPKgjKQj0Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/2Y2Lmfm Spotify - https://spoti.fi/304sm2G ======================================FOLLOW US ONInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/camerashakepodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/camerashakepodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/ShakeCameraKersten’s website: www.kerstenluts.comKersten on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kerstenluts/https://www.instagram.com/threeheadsinarow/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.