Dave Morrow has made a career for himself by photographing serene landscapes and teaching others how to do so from start to finish. For this reason, many people are surprised to discover that one of the elements Morrow considers to be key in the making of a great image is color. Although color is one of […]
Almost any photographer will admit that they prefer the moments spent in the field with camera in hand over the hours spent behind a computer post-processing. What most folks don’t realize is that there are a number of hidden settings built into Lightroom meant to alleviate the painstaking process of culling images. Mark Wallace shares some of the essentials: ⌘ […]
If you’ve ever looked at the data behind a digital image, chances are you’ve come across a histogram. Histograms—graphical representations of the exposure of images—can be incredibly beneficial to photographers. Unfortunately, there’s quite a bit of misinformation circulated about how a histogram functions and what information it’s meant to convey. In this video, Matt Granger debunks a […]
There’s a lot to love when it comes to ambient light. Though photographers have a plethora of artificial lighting tools at their disposal, very rarely does photo gear live up to natural sunlight. Often times, sunlight diffused by clouds or bounced softly at a certain angle even makes people look a bit better. This isn’t to […]
Spending time in his mother’s camera shop is what first got artist Ross den Otter interested in the science and history behind photography. Growing up with the smell of darkroom chemicals at the tips of his fingers, he was practically born with a fascination and propensity for the trade. As an adult, his passion for the […]
The single most essential tool for any photographer is light. A good photographer constantly searches for the light that best illustrates a scene or subject and doesn’t hesitate to use modifiers to perfect their shots. However, light modifiers aren’t always necessary when trying to get an excellent shot. What the sun has to offer naturally […]
The Turkish region of Cappadocia, a UNESCO world heritage site dating back to the 6th century B.C.E., has a certain magic ingrained within its arid landscape. With references scattered throughout the the Bible and a rich history dating back centuries, the former kingdom appears as though plucked straight from a fantasy land. When filmmaker Rob Whitworth was […]
Most people can’t imagine living life without a set home. Voluntarily passing up permanent shelter goes against fundamental survival instincts. Nevertheless, certain individuals choose to forgo creature comforts in favor of an adventurous, nomadic lifestyle. Photographers Elia Locardi and Naomi Locardi did just that: The pair always had an attraction to the world at large. Even so, the decision […]
Over the years, Chris Crisman has made a career for himself out of telling a story with a single image. A landscape photographer turned creative editorial director, Crisman’s job boils down to something more than just pressing down on a shutter. He forges a connection between viewers and models with the camera as a conduit between the […]
Some professional photographers are bashful to admit that they sometimes set their DSLRs aside for their iPhones. But, when push comes to shove, the portability and convenience of a camera phone is an incredibly valuable tool for any image maker to have in their arsenal. So, why not employ techniques that ensure the best images possible? Peter […]
