Lake Irwin Campground is a popular area for hiking in Colorado. At an elevation of 10,200 feet, the area can be seen blooming with wildflowers in July and August. Landscape photographer Ben Strauss happened to be there during peak season and captured this absolutely beautiful image: Strauss captured this image from a spot near Irwin […]
While many of us take photography as a passion, only a handful would be able to turn it into a successful business. Most of us dream of making a profession out of something we love. And with photography, this gets even more exciting – if you’re able to do it, that is. So, what does […]
When camera manufacturers come out with a new camera, they don’t miss out on highlighting their focusing systems. Some cameras flaunt their Phase Detect Autofocus (PDAF) system with a massive number of focusing points, while others have a hybrid autofocus system that also includes Contrast Detect Autofocus (CDAF). But, do you understand how each of […]
A camera strap is the most basic of accessories. There are various types of straps, but the most familiar is the neck strap. Even though it’s a very simple tool, a camera strap can improve or worsen an image depending on how you use it. Photographer Phil Steele shows you the right and the wrong […]
Technically known as overexposure highlight warnings or highlight alerts, blinkies perform a basic function. They indicate the areas in an image where the highlights have been clipped. Steve Perry explains how your understanding of blinkies can improve your photography: Most modern day cameras do very well at recovering underexposed images. You can easily recover shadow […]
When taking headshots, it’s essential that your subjects look composed and confident. And as a photographer, it’s your duty to make sure that happens. In this video by B&H, portrait photographer Peter Hurley shares five pro tips to help you take better headshots: 1. Keep it Simple When taking headshots, the key is to keep […]
Nature can surprise us in many ways. Take the following image, for instance. Australian photographer Matt Burgess took a photo of a wave that looks like a swan, and it’s absolutely amazing: It’s not just the overall shape of the wave that looks like a swan but also the textures and details that remind us […]
If you only head out to take landscape photos when the conditions are right, you’ll miss all the diversity that unpredictability can bring. If you put effort into photographing landscapes when the conditions are working against you, there are greater chances that you’ll end up with something much more exciting. For photographers, bad weather can […]
Have you ever come across a situation where the colors in your images look different once you upload them to the web? This issue arises because of something called color space. A basic understanding of how color space works can save you serious time and headaches. Aaron Nace discusses the differences between various color spaces […]
When it comes to waterfall landscape photos, it’s usually the waterfall that adds life to the image. But there are so many ways to shoot them. If you’re looking for answers and ideas regarding waterfall photography, we have the right video for you. Professional landscape photographer Nigel Danson shares some amazing tips on capturing waterfalls […]
