Photography is as much about the equipment you use as it is about the vision you bring to your subjects. But sometimes, the best way to push your creative boundaries is to limit your technical options. That’s where the idea of shooting with a single focal length for one week comes in—a challenge that can […]
Scott Kelby, the author of many digital photography books says, “If your photos aren’t sharp then the rest doesn’t matter.” Key to any image is its sharpness, and in order to get those photos pin sharp you need to follow some basic guidelines. There’s nothing worse than looking at a portrait photo and seeing that […]
Metering modes are an often-overlooked camera setting that determine how the camera measures the amount of light in a scene and sets the exposure. The three most common metering modes are evaluative, center-weighted, and spot metering. Let’s take a closer look at each one. Today’s lesson is based on one of the Fundamental Camera Cheat […]
In the world of photography, whether you’re a professional or an enthusiast, understanding the impact of horizontal and vertical orientations can greatly influence the quality and storytelling power of your photos. Both orientations offer distinct benefits and can dramatically alter the viewer’s perception of a scene. This blog post delves into the differences between horizontal […]
This article is to help photographers gain expertise in utilizing the most important camera modes, enabling them to adapt to different shooting situations and take their photography skills to the next level. This exercise consists of four parts, each focusing on a specific camera mode: Manual (M), Aperture Priority (A/Av), Shutter Priority (S/Tv), and Program […]
The histogram is a graphical representation of the tonal range of the image, with the left side of the graph representing the shadows and the right side representing the highlights. By checking the histogram, you can determine if the image is properly exposed, or if it is underexposed or overexposed. Quick reminder: today’s quick tip […]
There are few terms in the world of photography as ubiquitous and yet as misunderstood as the ‘megapixel.’ When choosing a new camera, the megapixel count is often one of the first specs potential buyers consider, equating it with image quality. However, a high megapixel count does not necessarily guarantee superior image quality. In this […]
I remember back when I started getting into Photography, I was just in awe at the photographers whose work I followed. A little bit envious too (ok a lot). Not only of the beautiful scenery that these folks were shooting, but mainly of their skills. It felt like they were so far ahead that I’d […]
We all know that we need light to take pictures. If you’re planning to take pictures outdoors during the daytime, you might believe that light is the least of your concerns. While that might be somewhat true, many people don’t realize that natural outdoor lighting has an effect on the overall look of their pictures. […]
Drive modes refer to the different ways in which a digital camera can take pictures. Drive modes can be useful for different types of photography, such as action photography or group shots. Let’s take a look at the most common ones you should know. Final day reminder: only hours left for the Camera Cheat Sheets […]
