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I have a firm belief that the purpose of photography and the act of taking a picture is to capture a moment in time, be it a person, a place, or an object. Each captured image has the potential to carry its own unique feeling through time, and bring you back with happiness and wonder […]
How you hold your camera may seem like a trivial detail. But experts know that a proper hold and stable body position can result in crisper images. Take a look at this helpful infographic from Digital Camera World to see if you’re holding your camera the right way: Stabilizing your camera with your elbows, maximizing […]
Like with any other type of photography, the backdrop of your image plays a crucial role when photographing food. Besides adding aesthetic value, the background also helps to draw attention to the food and highlight any specialties. This is why you’ll find professional food photographers investing a good deal in to finding the perfect backdrop. […]
Throughout history, paintings have undergone a distinct revolution. When two-dimensional paintings were no longer popular, artists had figured out different ways to allow the third dimension to impact the painting. We call that third dimension “perspective,” and it’s just as important in photography as in painting. The use of perspective can add an extra sense […]
The difference between a good photographer and a great photographer is creative composition. Knowing the what, where, and how of composition will put you ahead of your peers and help you create a dynamic image every time. The best images aren’t taken by accident. They’re carefully composed before the shutter button is pressed. By carefully […]
Many photographers assume that once the sun goes down, so do the opportunities to take spectacular landscape images. Some of my favorite photographs were taken under extremely low light or nearly pitch-black conditions. In fact, I have found that the darker it is the better results I usually get in my images. You are more […]
Do you want to know the 5 tips to successfully reduce noise in images? Here are some things you can do to easily and successfully reduce noise with camera techniques or post-processing. 1. Low ISO Settings To reduce the noise in the image, keep the ISO low. Increase it only when absolutely necessary. Higher ISO […]
Fan Ho was a self-taught photographer, an actor, and a film director. As a photographer, he specialized in street photography and had been able to establish himself as one of Asia’s most beloved street photographers. During his lifetime, he took remarkable photos of Hong Kong during the 50s and 60s when it was undergoing a […]
Portraiture can be one of the most satisfying forms of photography for an enthusiastic amateur. The tips below can be of use whether you are using a digital compact, a DSLR camera, or a fully manual SLR. Simplicity Background clutter will interfere with a good portrait. Similarly, use natural light where you can, and if […]
There’s no denying that social media has had a huge impact on the photography industry. Photographers have been able to reach greater audiences, and audiences have been able to follow and learn from their favorite photographers with ease. So as a photographer, what kind of content do you want to churn out for your audience? […]
