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A display of the Northern Lights is a breathtaking experience for anyone. Seeing this amazing natural phenomenon is often a once in a lifetime experience. For Michael Pistono, that eventful evening was a memorable one, when the gods finally smiled upon him and gave him the opportunity to record what he saw: The weather leading […]
The best time to capture beautifully lit photos outside is during the golden hour, which is basically the hour after sunrise and the hour before sunset. The sun at these times induces a warm feeling in an image. But, the problem is these two moments don’t last long. So if you aren’t lucky enough to […]
Location shooting with a model can be great, especially when it’s cloudy or you manage to catch the golden hour at sunrise or sunset. But what about those times when the sun is high and bright? There is a way to shoot in strong sunlight, and that’s by using flash to balance the sunlight out. […]
Working with models is tough. As the photographer, you’re responsible not only for your own work but also for the outcome of the model. So what will make or break the shoot? Manny and Diana Ortiz have a few pointers to share: The Dos of Photographing Models Always give positive feedback. It’s easy to get caught up […]
How would you react to a single image that captures the moon, the Milky Way, a red hot lava flow, and a meteor? Did someone say “once in a lifetime”? That’s probably the best way to sum it up: Mike Mezeul II captured this amazing, single composition on his Nikon D810 with a 14mm focal length, […]
Just when you thought you’d seen everything that you could do with a camera and a flashlight, photographer Eric Paré shares something new. Here, he shows us how to light paint with a tube light for amazing long exposures: You might be wondering, “What’s new about light painting? Isn’t that something that we’ve seen already?” […]
Could this be the gateway to heaven? Or a portal to another dimension? You’re free to let your imagination run wild. But the fact remains that this is an incredible capture: Photographer resh510 captured this image of a sunset through the keyhole at Pfeiffer Beach in California. He underexposed the shot a little, so as […]
Do you love the idea of taking dramatic portraits in the pouring rain, but cringe at the thought of getting your camera and gear wet? With some care and common sense, you can protect your camera and lights but still create some amazing rain portraits. Someone who loves shooting in the pouring rain is Ilko […]
Instant film is fun stuff. But it’s also a powerful way to express yourself as a photographer. Lauren from PhotographyConcentrate shares these useful tips to iron out some of the mistakes that you might be making with instant film photography: Being Afraid to Waste Film When it comes down to the math, instant film costs […]
Like many photographers, you’ve probably dreamed of quitting your job and going pro. But what does that really take? And how do you get started? This handy infographic is a jumping off point for becoming a self-employed photographer: Everyone wants to get paid to do something they love. And that’s possible—with some hard work. Creative […]
