Lighting can make or break a photo—and it’s one of the most important things I consider when planning a session. In today’s episode of The Photographer’s Couch, I’m diving into how I evaluate lighting at new locations, why I sometimes ask clients to send me photos of their space, and how I adapt my approach when the weather throws us a curveball.

Whether you're a fellow photographer or someone planning a photo session, this episode will give you insight into how I think through lighting decisions, what types of shade work best, and why I usually don’t reschedule on cloudy days.

✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why I scout unfamiliar locations or ask clients to send photos
• What I look for in good natural lighting (and what I try to avoid)
• The difference between tree shade and building shade
• How I handle sessions on cloudy or overly sunny days
• Pro tips for clients getting photos done in less-than-ideal weather
• A few tricks I use in editing to make your photos shine

📷 Client or Photographer? This episode is packed with practical insights to help you understand what goes into creating beautiful, light-filled images—no matter the forecast.