Composite photography is becoming increasingly popular for commercial use and as interest rises in the technique, so does the talent behind the photographs. Photographers are adapting to the style and experimenting with lighting that will give them the best possible HDR experience. In the following video, a pair of photographers are presented with the challenge of doing […]
Cities are bright, vibrant places to take photographs in, but they also have a very photogenic quality about them when they are photographed from higher altitudes. Take this photo of Cape Town, South Africa, for example: The bird’s eye view from Lion’s Head is pretty stunning. To that end, it takes a special kind of […]
Using the bright setting sun as a backlight can be intimidating for some photographers when shooting portraits outdoors, but it’s not impossible to get some great shots out of it. Check out the video below for some useful tricks and tips on shooting portraits at sunset, including how to use a xenon flashlight to create a warm, complementary […]
Trust me; there won’t be a test at the end of this article, but there are some basics of photography and terms that you should know if you are going to be serious about this subject. We will go through a few basics of photography concepts and technical terms below. First, we’ll talk a little […]
Six words that change the game. If you’re trying to make a buck with portrait photography, it’s tough out there. There is competition—a lot of it. Every one of your clients or prospects has an uncle, a friend, or a friend of a friend who is a photographer, probably new to the industry, willing to […]
You will find all sorts of mountains all around you. If you want to capture the marvelous mountainous landscapes on film, with you and your family or your companions in the scene, then the best time to take these pictures is while you are hiking. However, keep in mind that you will be facing tremendous […]
Learn how to bring life and emotion to your photography as Gavin Hoey explains step by step how to balance flash and low levels of ambient light. Hoey’s Red Riding Hood photograph is transformed into a storybook fairy tale setting with a dark forest and rays of sunshine through the trees. Check out the video: […]
Some of you may have seen this amazing project already but it is well worth revisiting for its unique, creative style. Rick Mereki used the themes of movement, learning, and eating to create three compelling short videos that leave you wanting more. As a travel photographer, I was very fascinated and inspired by this even […]
Here is an architectural shot of something that you don’t see very often: the Chand Baori located in Rajasthan, India. Chand Baori is one of the oldest stepwells in the world, as it dates back to between 800-900 AD. While the stepwell is no longer in use as a means of water procurement, it is kept […]
Creating great lighting for portraits can be hard work, especially when you are first setting out on your photographic journey. What lights should I buy, how do I set the studio up? In this video from B&H Photographic, portrait photographer Erin Manning gives us a comprehensive guide on basic studio lighting and how to use […]
