# @maarten_groot_photography on Instagram

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DTPqgcODGFx
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/38646356-maarten-groot-photography-instagram
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/b8e8c8685a.jpg
- **Posted:** 2026-01-08T09:31:45.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Maarten Groot Photography (@maarten_groot_photography) — https://gondola.cc/maarten_groot_photography

## Caption

Ever feel like your sports portraits look solid… but not unforgettable?

Here’s one way I push a portrait from standard to eye-catching 👀

In this Reel I’m using two simple but powerful techniques behind the scenes:
• Colored lighting to add depth, contrast, and energy. A subtle pop of color with westcottlighting flexigels can completely change the mood without overpowering the athlete.
• Atmosphere to create separation and drama. A layer of atmosphere spray, or when possible you can use a smoke machine, helps the light and color show up in the air, adding that feel that makes portraits pop.

What is your favourite way to add pop to your image?

#sportsphotography #mediadayexperience #sportsportraits

## Stats

- **Views:** 509
- **Likes:** 28
- **Shares:** 0
- **Comments:** 5

## Credits

| Name | Username | Profile | Role |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Maarten Groot Photography | @maarten_groot_photography | https://gondola.cc/maarten_groot_photography | Photographer |

## Tags

sportsphotography, mediadayexperience, sportsportraits

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