I found this fantastic video of a shoot in a swimming pool. It really does show you how lighting is key when shooting.
It’s interesting to look at the setup then look at the results.
Absolutely fantastic.
There’s also a few tips on how to achieve the result.
Check out Strobist.com - a great site on how to light.
I stumbled across this site. It has a unique way of letting you see what tutorials available. Hover over a picture to see what the tutorial is all about.
I’m actually of the beleif that in my portrait and wedding business I don’t heavily photoshop images. I’ll colour correct, adjust levels and curves and clone out the odd offending item such as litter and bright yellow manhole covers!
In my stock photography it’s often the removal of logo’s, the odd facial blemish and a levels and curves adjustment again.
Sometimes I’ll do the odd "spot colour" to really emphasise a brides bouquet or dress, but be carefull not to over do it.
Anywyas, the tutorials are fun and sometimes you can use what you learn in your everyday photography. Sometimes it’s fun to learn and implement the other stuff too.
Have fun.