White Balance for Portraits Explained – Get Perfect Skin Tones Every Time (Audio Fixed & Reuploaded)

Struggling with inconsistent skin tones in your portraits? In this video, I’ll show you exactly how to master white balance in-camera and in post—so you can take control of your color and create natural, professional results every time. In this video, I break down how white balance works, how to control it in-camera and in post, and how different light sources, power levels, and modifiers shift color temperature — sometimes without you even realizing it. Whether you’re a portrait pro or just getting started, you’ll walk away with a simple, reliable workflow for natural-looking results in every session. ✅ Get equipment insurance & exclusive photography resources with PPA and receive $25 off your Full membership: https://www.ppa.com/join/john-gress 🔧 This is a fixed re-upload with corrected audio. Thanks to those who flagged the issue in the original post! 📸 Covered in this video: • White balance tools (Auto, Presets, Kelvin, Custom) • How softboxes, reflectors, and power levels affect color temp • The difference between clinical accuracy and creative intent • When to use a gray card or ColorChecker — and when not to 🎯 Perfect for: Portrait photographers, headshot shooters, and anyone struggling with WB in studio or on location. 📸 Gear Featured in This Video Calibrite ColorChecker Passport Photo 2 Gray Cards Amazon https://amzn.to/3Ce9xj1 Sekonic C-800 Amazon https://amzn.to/49CZkZv B&H https://bhpho.to/3ujjJCJ ⏱️ Chapters: 00:00 - Start 00:35 - Why White Balance Matters for Portrait Photographers 02:08 - Tools to Control White Balance: Auto, Presets, Custom, and Kelvin 05:46 - How Modifiers Shift White Balance 08:50 - Accuracy vs. Intentional Color Choices 09:18 - Closing Thoughts – Keep It Simple #WhiteBalance #PortraitPhotography #SkinToneCorrection #CPP #PhotographyEducation #StudioLighting #ColorChecker #CanonR5 #PhotographyTips #CaptureOnePro #LightroomTutorial #LightingTips #ColorTemperature #RetouchingTips #PhotographyWorkflow #PhotoBasics #PhotographyGear #OurPPA #SponsoredAdvertising #PPAAmbassador Click here for a full list of all the gear I use in the studio - https://johngress.com/gear/ Disclosure: This description contains affiliate links. If you use them, I may earn a commission — at no additional cost to you.