Studio Tour and Equipment Review of Portrait Photography in Atlanta
Hey there! Let me give ya the lowdown on my bag o' tricks, 'cause it ain't just your average photography gear. Since I shoot portrait sessions, headshots, personal branding, and the occasional wedding, I need equipment that's versatile and can handle different niches without fail.
So, check out what's in my kit, and you'll get an idea of what goes into making those awe-inspiring images ya know me for. Here's a quick video where I walk through my home studio and all the gear I use.
Essential Photography Studio Equipment & Office Gear
- Light Stands:
- C-Stands x2, Impact Pro Stands x3, Micro Stand (Impact)
- Portable Backdrop Stand:
- Gray & Blue, White & Black, Mottled Purple Gray
- Colorful Paper Backdrops:
- Lavender / Orchid, Deep Yellow, Coral / Tulip, Baby Blue, Blue Mist, Orange, Mint Green
- Muslin Backdrops:
- Black, Sage Green
- Backdrop Stands:
- Support Hooks, Super Clamps, Cross Bar
- Stool for Posing
- Fully Sit/Stand Desk
- Tea & Water
- Dual Monitor Set Up:
- Asus PB238Q, Dell 27'' UltraSharp
- Laptop:
- Apple 16'' MacBook Pro
- Hard Drives
- TetherTool Cable
- Editing Software:
- Capture One, Photoshop, Fundy Designer
- Wacom Intuos Small Tablet
- Vertical Mouse
- Toby the Dinosaur
Gear Bags & Photography Accessories
- Gear bags:
- F-Stop Kenti (discontinued), ThinkTank Turnstyle Sling 20, Peak Design Everyday Backpack 30L, Retrospective Shoulder Laptop Bag (discontinued), F-Stop Tilopa, ThinkTank Stand Manager, Lightweight light stand bag, ThinkTank International Traveler V2, ThinkTank Retrospective Shoulder 50 (discontinued)
- Peak Design Tripod
- Oh Sh!t Kit:
- Tech Pouch, Hair Spray, Hair Ties, Brush, Bobby Pins, Compact Mirror, Close Pins, Bug Spray, Double-Sided Tape, Safety Pins
- LED Light Panels
- Softbox
- Charging Station:
- Power Strip, Flashpoint AD200 Chargers x6, OEM Chargers for Canon, LED lights, Flashes
- Straps:
- Peak Design Slide Strap, Black Rapid Shoulder Strap, ThinkTank Waist Belt, Flash Mob, Lens Changer 50, Holdfast Money Maker
- Portable Changing Station
Cameras, Lenses, Flashes, and More
- Masks
- Sharpie
- Portable USB Charger & Cable
- Business Cards
- Earplugs
- Microfiber Cloth
- Flash Cold Shoes
- Cameras:
- Canon R6 Mark II with Grip, Canon R6
- Batteries
- Spares - Everything is Rechargeable
- ThinkTank Memory Card Wallet
- 128GB SD Cards
- Photography Lenses:
- RF 35mm f/1.8 IS, RF 24-70 f/2.8 L IS, RF 50mm f/1.2 L, RF 70-200 f/2.8 L IS, EF 16-35 f/2.8 L (discontinued), Sigma 120-300 f/2.8 OS Sport (discontinued), Canon EF to RF Adapater with Control Ring
- Flashes:
- 3x Flashpoint V860II, 3x Flashpoint AD200, 2x Flashpoint AD400 Pro
- Photography Light Modifiers:
- 34" Beauty Dish, 60" Parabolic Umbrella, 51′′ Deep Umbrella, Magmod 24" Octabox, 2x Magmod 36′′ Stripbox, Magmod 42" Octabox, 48" Glow Octabox, V-Flat & Foam Core Panels, 5 In 1 Reflector, MagMod MagGrip, MagMod MagBounce, MagMod MagSphere for Speedlights & XL, MagMod MagGrids for Speedlights & XL, MagWallet, Creative Gels (Red, Orange, Purple, Blue, Green Teal, Yellow), Corrective Gels (1⁄4 CTO, 1⁄2 CTO, Full CTO, 1⁄2 CTB, Full CTB, Diffusion Gels (1⁄2 Green)).
Now, building your own photography kit requires some consideration. Here are the key factors I keep in mind:
- Flexibility: Does the gear serve multiple purposes, or is it limited to one niche?
- Modularity: Can I easily swap out or add equipment depending on the shoot demands?
- Versatility: Does the gear give me enough options to tackle various scenarios (portraits, headshots, personal branding, weddings)?
Photography may not be the cheapest hobby, but investing in good gear can last for years. Remember, this setup took me years to build, and it's still evolving as my style and needs change. And if you're curious about any specific gear I use or have questions, feel free to ask below, DM me on Instagram, or shoot me an email at mike@ourwebsite.
P.S. If you're based in Atlanta and interested in working together, BOOK A FREE CONSULTATION here: [link to the booking page].
In the realm of personal branding and photography, I utilize tools like the ThinkTank Turnstyle Sling 20 and F-Stop Tilopa gear bags for carrying my equipment. My home-and-garden setup also incorporates lifestyle elements, such as a Stool for Posing and a Fully Sit/Stand Desk, creating an inviting and versatile space for headshot sessions.
