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From the camera to the screen.

Essays, insights and field notes on photography craft — light, portraiture and the eye behind the lens.

March 31, 2026Headshot Photography

The Complete Guide to Professional Headshots | Sharon Gabay

Every question people ask before booking a headshot photographer — straight answers from someone who has photographed thousands of people.

April 6, 2026Tips

Why You Don't Look Good in Photos | Sharon Gabay

"Why don't I look good in photos? I'm just not photogenic." These are the lines I hear most often in the studio. People walk into a headshot session with a polite smile, but inside they're certain the result will disappoint. They don't believe they can be photographed well…

Jerusalemites — the photography book by Sharon Gabay — Sharon Gabay

May 16, 2026Street Photography

Jerusalemites — The Photography Book | Sharon Gabay

Jerusalem is usually documented through its stones. This book turns the gaze toward the people who live among them.

March 26, 2026Headshot Photography

Common Headshot Mistakes to Avoid | Sharon Gabay

A headshot is meant to present you as professional, trustworthy, and full of presence. But a few small mistakes are enough to damage that first impression. Here are the most common mistakes amateur photographers make, and how to avoid them.

A dramatically lit studio portrait of actress Nitzan Shik, one side of her face glowing and the other dissolving into shadow — Sharon Gabay, portrait photographer

April 7, 2026Portrait Photography

Light and Shadow in Portrait Photography | Sharon Gabay

A professional portrait is never just a record of a person; it is a way to carry a precise, personal, and moving message. In portrait photography, light and shadow are everything. Shadow is not merely the absence of light. It is an artistic tool that lends depth, emotion, and tension.

Street photography for beginners: how to start shooting the world as it is — Sharon Gabay

April 4, 2026Street Photography

Street Photography for Beginners | Sharon Gabay

Street photography is one of the hardest genres to learn — and one of the most beautiful once it finally clicks.

March 31, 2026Headshot Photography

Headshot or Business Portrait? The Difference | Sharon Gabay

Two terms, two different goals — and why almost everyone confuses them.

March 26, 2026Tips

Why Phone Headshots Don't Work | Sharon Gabay

Your phone takes incredible photos of food, landscapes, and kids. But when it comes to your headshot, it simply isn't enough.

June 15, 2026Selective Light

Why Selective Light Makes a Portrait Stop the Scroll | Sharon Gabay

The average person sees hundreds of images a day and scrolls fast. The portrait that represents you cannot disappear into that sea — and this is where selective light comes in.

March 24, 2026Headshot Photography

First Impressions in a Headshot | Sharon Gabay

Studies show we form a first impression of a person in a split second — sometimes before we've read a single word about them. Your photo is the single most powerful visual element in your professional profile.

Jerusalem photos — Jerusalem street photography — Sharon Gabay

April 4, 2026Street Photography

Jerusalem Photos — Street Photography | Sharon Gabay

Search for photos of Jerusalem and you usually find the same things — the Western Wall, the Dome of the Rock, the walls of the Old City. Beautiful images, but predictable. Jerusalem is so much more than its stones.

March 26, 2026Tips

Body Language in Portrait Photography | Sharon Gabay

A business portrait is a quiet ambassador for your professionalism. Beyond the choice of lighting and background, body language is one of the most decisive factors in the first impression you make.

AI headshots vs. a professional photographer, a real business portrait — Sharon Gabay

May 16, 2026Artificial Intelligence

AI Headshots vs. a Professional Photographer | Sharon Gabay

Let's start with the honest part: AI images look stunning. Today's tools can generate a portrait with soft light, a blurred background, a natural smile, even a wrinkle or two so it feels believable. If you don't know what to look for, you'll be fooled.

March 17, 2026Tips

How to Prepare for a Headshot Session | Sharon Gabay

A photo session is an important investment in your personal brand. Many people feel anxious in front of the camera, but the right preparation can turn the experience into something enjoyable and empowering. This detailed guide walks you through, step by step, how to prepare for a headshot session…

Famous portrait photographers as inspiration for business portraits — Sharon Gabay, portrait photographer

March 17, 2026Portrait Photography

Famous Portrait Photographers: Inspiration | Sharon Gabay

The history of photography is full of people who pressed a button — but only a few managed to press the heart. The great portrait photographers were never just technicians or artists; they were intermediaries between the viewer and the person before the lens.

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