Backlighting a subject is one of those lighting techniques in which you have the light source placed behind the subject. For new photographers, this may sound counterintuitive. A common question that arises is, “Wouldn’t the subject be underexposed when it is backlit?”. While a simple answer could be “yes”, there are many ways you can […]
When you’re out to photograph wildlife, action does not always make for the most captivating image. Sometimes even the simplest scenes can make for great wildlife captures. Take the following image that was shot by photographer Jeremy Beckman as an example. The simplicity in the image speaks volumes: Beckman took the image at the Riparian […]
Neon lights have been a staple of Hong Kong’s nightscape for decades. While neon lights are primarily for grabbing the attention of passersby, for Hong Kong, they have something of an emotional attachment. Anyone who thinks of Hong Kong cannot help but think of the beauty those neon lights add to the island’s natural wonders […]
Have you ever come across something so beautiful that it makes you question reality? Well, believe it or not, there are places on earth that can give you this feeling. Beauty so pristine that the location seems unreal. Take the Oeschinen Lake in Switzerland as an example. The lake and surrounding landscape are so beautiful, […]
The best thing about light painting is creative freedom. While we treat lack of light as a challenge in most genres of photography, that is totally not the case with light painting. Using your own source of light as a paintbrush, you gain the ability to paint whatever’s in your mind. You control what appears […]
Many photographers resent rainy days. It’s understandable: rainy and cloudy conditions are not ideal circumstances for lighting and gear safety. However, if you think creatively, it is possible to use such foul weather to your advantage. Rain and clouds can work as an interesting element in your photographs and elevate your photography. If you don’t […]
You can’t go wrong when photographing mountain peaks during sunset. The greatest challenge is to know where to point your camera—let mother nature do the rest. But seriously, when the sun is that low, the light changes so rapidly that you can easily get caught off-guard, and you may end up losing the proverbial golden […]
Neon lights add a retro look to an image but they aren’t something that you can find in a small studio. Adding them in post is always an option, but it’s easier said than done. Neon being a light source in itself, it’s important that you get the lighting correct in-camera before opening up the […]
It can be hard to imagine how minuscule we are as far as the universe is concerned. But if you want a visual reminder, try looking at a photo of our very own Milky Way. The following image taken by photographer Chase Dolan is an excellent reference. Just have a look at it, and you […]
Landscape photographers will often tell you that the best time to go out to take photos is during the early mornings. During this hour, it’s like Mother Nature also wakes up from a good night’s sleep. We get to see beautiful misty and foggy conditions in cooler places, and the show is truly worth watching. […]
