Most of us know that the golden hour gives us some of the best light for portraiture, yet what to do when it’s a dreary, cloudy day? In the video below, photographer Vanessa Joy shows us how to get around the gloom and add the beautiful golden hour light to our images, regardless of the […]
Getting amazing macro shots really comes down to the minute details, and many of these can be difficult to see with the naked eye. Dust, hair, lint…all of these can affect the final image if they’re not caught during post-processing. Luckily, there are a few presets you can create in Lightroom to find and remove […]
The Internet is filled with hundreds of tutorials on how to use what gear and why, but very little of it really focuses on how to become a great photographer. In fact, some people confuse getting the gear and mastering techniques with being a good (or even great) photographer, but professional filmmaker and photographer Sean […]
If you’re looking for a way to spice up your portrait photography, this easy, one-light set up from photographer Aaron Anderson just might be for you. It’s simple, elegant, and produces a dramatic effect that is sure to catch the eye. Check it out: Anderson’s setup is deceptively simple: just a 53-inch Octabox with some […]
One of the golden rules of studio photography is to never point lights straight at the camera. Doing so can create lens flare, reduced contrast, and all sorts of other problems. Yet, in the video below, portrait photographer Gavin Hoey shows us that rules like the one above are meant to be understood and then […]
Capturing great silhouettes isn’t particularly difficult, but if you want to get the best shots possible there are a few tips and tricks to learn. In the video below, photographer Doug McKinlay reveals a few simple secrets that can help you get a great silhouette shot just about every time: Silhouette photography is really just […]
Do only shoot with zoom lenses? Maybe you’re still shooting with the kit lens that came with your camera or you’ve never looked beyond the convenience of being able to stand in place and change focal length. Either way, there are some key benefits to having at least one prime lens in your kit. Photographer David Bergman explains […]
Traveling photographer Jimmy McIntyre has been making quite a splash with his landscape photography. Check out this short clip where he shares his top five tips for improving your own landscape photography: 1. Plan Everything (Yes, Everything!) This might seem like a no-brainer and many of us know to go out to get the golden […]
Ever wish you could get a low-key studio-type shot when you’re out on location? Sure, the landscape and sunlight look great, but your client would like a little extra—maybe a dramatic portrait or two. Well, with just one key light and a black and white reflector you can get that look easily, no matter where […]
Do you ever find yourself strolling around a city near evening looking for the perfect shots, only to find that you’ve left your tripod behind? Maybe it was too big and bulky to lug around, or perhaps you knew you were going to explore a “no-professionals without paperwork” zone, one where just the sight of […]
