The trick with taking pictures is getting the exposure correct. The exposure is a product of the ISO, shutter speed, and aperture. How can you tell if your exposure is correct? You might say, “Look at the back of the camera, and just look at the image. It looks fantastic!” I hate to tell you this, […]
While hiking with his girlfriend in Galveston Island State Park, Texas, Reddit user Lacostic, took a snapshot of his chocolate lab, Murphy, using his iPhone. As well composed as the photograph is, one might assume the obedient lab was following commands from his owner; however, Murphy was actually just watching Lacostic’s girlfriend who was hiking […]
Your camera’s strap is an unassuming, simple, but necessary and important piece of your camera that not only prevents accidental camera drops but also allows for hands-free transport. While attaching a camera strap seems like a straightforward process, there are things you can do to improve the form and function of your strap. In the following video, Warwick, […]
In this article, I will cover a core concept in photography that is neglected by a surprising amount of photographers. Photography is a wonderful mixture of science and art. The science part can be intriguing and is an important aspect but not the whole of it. Techniques like depth-of-field control, slow shutter speed effects or motion […]
Extraordinary portraits do not require extraordinary gear. In fact, just one off camera flash can work wonders. A properly executed portrait, with an interesting expression, good composition and lighting has more power, more magic, and more allure to more people than any other type of photo. With a few tricks and a modicum of knowledge […]
Digital camera owners who are not that experienced in taking photos often find it hard to capture the action scenes they so desire. With their subjects being mobile, they may not be aware of what to do with their camera to take the best action shots. Indeed, it can be quite a challenge to engage […]
Composition doesn’t come naturally to many photographers. The technical aspects can be learned relatively easily but some say that composition can not. Although I don’t believe this to be completely true, photography is an art form and does require some natural ability. So what can I do? My composition sucks. Composition is subjective so there […]
Did you know that a newborn is probably the easiest subject to photograph? That you don’t have to be Anne Geddes to take truly beautiful photos of your child during the first 30 days of his or her life? Consider this. During the first month, your child sleeps up to 16 hours a day. Imagine, […]
Have you always wanted to capture the excitement and emotion of dance? Do you want some easy steps to enable you to take great dancing photos? If the answer is yes to these questions, read on. 1. Take your photos from a low angle. This in itself will produce an exciting photo that will stand […]
Sports photography is a large topic, and would require extensive review to truly do it justice here. However, a brief overview of how to get the best sports shots can be found in these four handy tips. Grab your camera and get ready for some sport, as I’m going to show you how to get […]
