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If you want to master photography, you must master light. Today on The Carty Method Podcast, I break down three lighting lessons you should steal this week from three of the most influential photographers of all time: Yousuf Karsh, Richard Avedon, and Helmut Newton.

Each of these masters shaped the visual language we still use today. Their lighting philosophies are as relevant in 2025 as they were decades ago, and when you apply them to your own work, your pictures instantly gain weight, intention, and emotion.

I’ll walk you through what made each master iconic, how their lighting created story and character, and most importantly… how you can put these ideas into practice right now to level up your portrait work.

This is not about copying. It’s about studying, transforming, and evolving lessons from the greats so you can build a lighting voice that is truly your own.

If you’ve ever wanted to make pictures that feel more intentional, more elegant, more honest, or more dramatic, this episode is for you. If this brings you value, subscribe. it’s free.

The Carty Method Podcast #64 - 3 Lighting Lessons to Steal This Week: Photo Masters

I had a struggling photography business that was barely holding on. I’d been a pro for decades, but the industry changes fast. I was terrible at reaching out and getting new work. I tried showing up on social media, but when it didn’t pay off fast enough, I wasn’t consistent. I thought I was working hard — every day I did something for my photo business — but none of it moved the needle. It was all busy work.

Photo Reviews start again next week.

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