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You might normally think of bokeh panoramas as relevant to portrait photography. They’re great when you want the subject to pop off the screen and show an interesting 3D effect. But they can also be used in other contexts. Mathieu Stern created this video to demonstrate how he uses a bokeh panorama for wildlife photography. […]
The Internet is filled with hundreds of tutorials on how to use what gear and why, but very little of it really focuses on how to become a great photographer. In fact, some people confuse getting the gear and mastering techniques with being a good (or even great) photographer, but professional filmmaker and photographer Sean […]
Filmmaker Sriram Murali is open about his passion for astronomy. Having traveled across the United States and shared his images with the likes of CNN, National Geographic, and TIME, the night sky remains his favorite subject. In his latest short film, he hopes to make a seldom discussed statement concerning the conservation of our starscapes: Lost in Light primarily focuses […]
If you’re looking for a way to spice up your portrait photography, this easy, one-light set up from photographer Aaron Anderson just might be for you. It’s simple, elegant, and produces a dramatic effect that is sure to catch the eye. Check it out: Anderson’s setup is deceptively simple: just a 53-inch Octabox with some […]
One of the golden rules of studio photography is to never point lights straight at the camera. Doing so can create lens flare, reduced contrast, and all sorts of other problems. Yet, in the video below, portrait photographer Gavin Hoey shows us that rules like the one above are meant to be understood and then […]
The rule of thirds is a common framing technique used in photography and cinematography and likely one of the first lessons most photographers learn. This method brings balance and natural appearance to the composition, often resulting in a crisp, appealing image. But Brain Flick has some different views on the rule of thirds and how it can be […]
Silhouettes have been in vogue since before the advent of photography. Before the 1830s and the appearance of the first cameras, cutting out the likeness of person on a dark card was one of the easiest and least expensive ways of capturing a person’s likeness. Today, there’s not much of a demand for the traditional […]
One of the most appealing attributes to working as an independent artist is the freedom to be your own boss and set your own terms. In fact, many people desire a certain amount of autonomy in their careers. But finding an effective, comfortable, and affordable workspace can be one of the biggest deterrents in taking […]
Abstract photography can create very impressive photos. However, people tend to perceive abstract images differently than other images. This is because abstract images rely more on form, color, and curves than they do on image detail. On the other hand, most photographers tend to think more about detail when considering photographic subjects. To recognize abstract […]
There are tons of things you can do in Photoshop to edit and create incredible images. Some techniques are fairly complex and require a good understanding of the software, but there are a lot of easy things you can do and still get professional results. Here are 10 lesser known, but simple Photoshop features from […]
