Dmitry Koshutin

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Articles by Dmitry Koshutin

Jul 18, 2026 07/18/26

A man in glasses holds a camera and a golden object, standing in front of large text that says "PRODUCT LIGHTING AT HOME!" The background is softly lit and out of focus.

How to Light and Shoot Product Videos (In Your Dining Room)

Recently, I was asked to provide feedback on an unreleased product: a cocktail shaker from a well-known culinary brand. The company asked me to take it for a spin, make a few cocktails, and fill out a survey. Survey?! Boring. I’ll do you one better - I’ll make a whole promo product video, right here in my dining room.

Jul 18, 2026

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Jul 06, 2026 07/06/26

Dmitry Koshutin

A camera bag filled with DSLR cameras, lenses, and several boxes of film in various colors, resting outdoors on the ground next to grass and pavement.

How I Pack Less Camera Gear on Vacation (And How You Can, Too)

Every time I go on vacation, I run into the same problem: I start with an empty bag, pack one camera, and think that’ll be enough. Five minutes later, I come back to my bag and pack another one. Just in case. Then I see there’s still room, so I pack a lens. Or Two.

Jul 06, 2026