Mirrorless cameras today have evolved so much that they almost seem ready for world domination. Seriously, it’s not just photographers these days—all major camera companies have started switching over to mirrorless technology. What is it about mirrorless cameras that everyone seems so psyched about? Do they really perform that much better? In today’s video, photographer […]
Not everyone is a fan of winter. The ground gets slippery and the world becomes much more difficult. But, like with most other challenges, icy conditions are also great opportunities (and good reasons) for us to go out and take some photos. After all, it’s not every day that we come across such beautiful forms […]
Shooting at slow shutter speeds opens doors to creative photography; the possibilities are limitless. Take the following image by ElFarfadosh, which was taken during full moonlight but almost looks like it was shot during the day: The photographer took the image with his Canon 600D and 50mm lens at 30-seconds, f/1.8, and ISO 200. Considering […]
One great thing about working in a studio is how you can find so many things laying around that you can use in your photography. And it’s not necessary that they be specifically related to photography. For instance, as we’ll see in today’s video, even something as common as Venetian blinds can do a great […]
When it comes to composing images, perspective plays a pivotal role. The way you position, point or turn your camera can make a huge difference. The impact can be so great that even an everyday object can appear alien based on how you shoot it. Take for instance the following image shot by Reddit user […]
Photography makes a great hobby, but it gets even better if you can earn some money from it. Yet a major obstacle many new photographers face is pricing their work. You have you calculate the value of your time, experience and gear, which is especially difficult if you’re just starting out. In this video, wedding […]
Creating illusions is a great way to have fun in photography. It also allows you to explore newer creative ideas. And the good thing is that you don’t necessarily need to be a Photoshop guru to achieve some cool photography effects. If you’re creative enough, you can get some great results just using your smartphone. […]
Being a wedding photographer does not necessarily mean that you can’t try your hand at some videography. Being a hybrid shooter has certain perks of its own. While it gives you an edge over the competition, it also gives you an opportunity to charge more. But to be able to do both, you need to […]
Photography may be a hobby for many, but it’s equally a source of income for the pros. And like any other business, instant success isn’t guaranteed. Whether you’re elevating photography to your profession from a hobby, or diving straight into the business aspect, it’s quite important to have an understanding of the caveats that you […]
Textured backgrounds work great in adding a sense of depth and injecting some interest into the portrait. If you feel that your studio portraits are lacking a kick, try replacing your plain background with a textured one. You will certainly notice some positive differences in the results. To try out this idea, you can replace […]
