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When most photographers start out, they carry their cameras everywhere. If you remember your early days as a photographer, you might recall that you had no particular interest and shot almost anything, anywhere. But as time goes by, you become more particular about where and what you shoot. You then start taking your camera out […]
Photography has become more convenient since the introduction of digital cameras. While the concepts remain the same, the technology has improved by leaps and bounds making the workflow more efficient. However, film photography hasn’t lost its charm. Photographer Logan Baker with Shutterstock shares six useful tips for shooting portraits using film: 1. Metering Analog cameras […]
Animal photographers need to be prepared for the unknown. They need to study the behavior and language of animals to know their every move. Shooting with long telephoto lenses from a distance is often the most practical technique. This way animals are not disturbed and we can capture a real and natural scene. But sometimes […]
Low light photographer Serge Ramelli shares some elementary beginner photography mistakes that most photographers tend to make at some point: 1. Shooting at the Wrong Time of Day Well, you probably know where this is going. Light. Shooting at the wrong time of day means not utilizing the sensational golden light at the golden hour […]
Not all photographers are lucky enough to own a full-fledged studio. While some rent studios, others make do with a small home studio in the basement or spare room. If you fall in the latter category, photographer Gavin Hoey from Adorama has just the right tutorial for you. In this video, he walks through how […]
Few operational lighthouses exist in the modern era, but even those no longer being used for navigational purposes are fascinating. Many beautiful examples have been captured in these photos: Share your own lighthouse photos in the comments!
As ironic as it may seem, it’s not uncommon for photographers to feel a bit camera shy. Even the most talented image-makers often struggle with self-portraiture. Admittedly, bearing one’s soul to the camera can be an intimidating feat. However, as photographer Kutova Kika explains, self-portraits don’t have to be scary: As it turns out, a […]
Related reminder: only a little while left to Pre-Order Luminar 4 at a Discount You might think you need to master post-processing to get incredible results with your image editing. And there are certainly people out there who successfully work through complicated manual adjustments and retouching. But you don’t need to be an editing expert […]
Nostalgia takes us back in time and reminds us of the good old days. But nostalgia is selective in what it remembers. And the response to nostalgia vastly depends on the person experiencing it; it’s subjective. In this interesting video, photographer Jamie Windsor talks about how nostalgia affects your photography: Nostalgia and the Retro Look […]
Inspiration is vital in any form of art. It motivates you to keep creating. However, staying inspired is a big challenge. Struggling to remain inspired can put a pause or even an end to the way an artist works. In this video, photographer Jay P. Morgan from The Slanted Lens shares 10 ways to remain […]
