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It’s a common misconception that it doesn’t take much to snap a photo of a landscape; all you have to do is find a pretty view and press the shutter button. But this couldn’t be further from the truth! Landscape photography requires finesse, timing, and great composition. The best landscape shots are often planned ahead […]
The concept of using motivated light has to do with including a light source in the scene as part of the story, but also does the job of illuminating the subject. It’s a concept that’s more commonly associated with cinematography. However, you can still apply the same principle to photography and end up with excellent […]
Here are several tips to help you capture the best images in dark indoor settings. 1. Camera Stability. You will be taking long exposures, and any camera motion could impact the quality of the image. Try to utilize a monopod or stabilize the camera on the back of a seat. Do not hold the camera […]
You cannot call yourself a good photographer just because you’re technically good. Especially when you’re photographing people, settings and know-how alone do not create good photos. You must be able to direct your subjects, models or not, so that they look best in front of the lens. However, this is easier said than done. If […]
This new in-depth course walks photographers through three private workshops, each of which is designed to teach how to capture professional enchanting portraits with simple props. The whole process from preparation to photo editing. The instructors are having a birthday sale today in case you want to check it out. Deal ending soon: Fairytale Portraits […]
A clear sky is something that looks good only in postcards. If you’re seriously into landscape photography, you’re probably looking for exciting elements, such as clouds. But what do you do when you’re stuck with a clear, cloudless sky? Landscape photographer Mads Peter Iversen shares some tips on how you can avoid boring images in […]
This article is a review of landscape photography tips and techniques I’ve covered before. Have you wondered why I’m going over previously covered ground? There are several reasons. First, I wanted to have all these landscape photography tips and techniques listed together so you can more easily make a checklist. I hope you’ve done that. […]
Believe it or not, woodland photography is not everyone’s cup of tea. The confined space and the dense vegetation make taking photos there a real challenge. Add some fog to it and the challenge grows even more. But once you get things right, the results you can get can be absolutely stunning. In this context, […]
Have you ever tried replacing a sky in Photoshop? It’s great practice for honing your skills, learning how to edit and adjust light and color in your landscapes. It’s also a great way to transform dull and boring shots into something much nicer to look at, as long as you don’t mind being a little […]
In the past, the only way you could take images with a shallow depth of field while shooting on-location with flash was by using a neutral density (ND) filter. Otherwise, the shutter speed would exceed the camera’s flash sync-speed and you couldn’t take pictures. However, with the introduction of high-speed sync (HSS) flashes, life’s a […]
