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As much as photography is an art form, it’s a skill as well. And like with any other skills, you expect to improve with practice. However, at some point in your photography journey, you may feel stuck. Whether it be a creative block, inferiority complex, or the urge to do better, or anything else. Photographer […]
If you’ve recently progressed to using a DSLR camera, these ten short tips will help you get off to a great start! 1. Keep Hold of Your Camera Manual You will quickly learn that you can’t live without it. Make sure you keep it handy and take time to read it frequently, particularly in those […]
Photography is an art that most people have an affinity for. Since the emergence of this art form, people have always been drawn towards it as a hobby. But with the progression of time, photography has become more of a profession, and a successful one, too. Like any other art form, dexterity in capturing images […]
I’ll start with what I feel is the most important thing to think about. Interacting with Your Subject As a photographer of people, the relationship I establish with my customers is key. Not just because they pay me, but also because I want to get the best from them. I spend a lot of time […]
When we talk of low key portraits, it’s about making use of the dark tones to create a dramatic image. While taking low key portraits, you can use rim lighting to create a separation between the subject and the background. Besides adding further drama, rim lighting also helps in adding depth to the image. Photographer […]
Corporate and business portrait photography is a profitable niche that many professional photographers strive to become known for. Businesses constantly need portraits of executives for annual reports, websites, and correspondence. One of the best ways to add personality to a company’s website and other business materials is with photos of the people from the organization. […]
Want to capture the perfect portrait every time? Keep reading to learn some tips professionals use that you can adopt – even without a fancy camera or a studio of your own. Learn what you need to know about simple but effective lighting, flash photography, and more. You should also consider following a photography course […]
Although you might think that a photographer would love taking a self portrait, it’s actually one of the most difficult pictures to take. With self portraits you don’t have the advantage of looking through the lens and carefully composing your image, so it can be real tricky to get it right. But with that being […]
I’ve previously discussed the importance of catch lights. Without them, your subject’s eyes look dull and lifeless. They help add interest to portraits and are a very effective way to add depth to the eye. Catch Lights Ideally, catch lights should be round. This tends to be the most natural and visually pleasing shape (reflections […]
Light is the essence of photography. It’s not things that we photograph, but the light they reflect. Without light, there is no photography. The way things look to us and the camera is entirely dependent on the light that reaches them. People talk about the “quality” of light, but in fact this is a combination […]
