While viewing an image file’s information through your camera or computer, have you ever noticed the presence of a small, mountainous looking graph? That little visual—known by photographers as a histogram—actually holds quite a bit of useful information. In the following segment, photographer David Bergman explains: Simply put, the histogram functions as a means of visually representing […]
The word “photography” gets its name from the Greek roots for “light” and “drawing.” When taking this simple fact into consideration, it makes a lot of sense that working with a camera without a strong light source can be an incredibly difficult task. However, few things can be as beautiful as a clear night sky. […]
Los Angeles based photographer Mike Kelley has a deep fascination with all things related to aviation. In the past, he’s done everything from capturing mesmerizing aerial shots hundreds of feet above the ground to shooting Pan-Am interiors that recreate the iconic aesthetics of 1960’s advertising campaigns. In his recent series, cleverly titled Airportraits, Kelley decided to put a creative spin on the moment […]
One of the most crucial selling points for any real estate agent is a set of high quality, dynamic images that convey as much information to a customer as possible. With demand rising, more and more photographers are trying their hand at photographing the interiors and exteriors of apartments, homes, and condos. This video tutorial offers […]
Halloween brings costumes of all shapes and sizes, but Florida photographer Bryan Troll was determined to create something absolutely unique when he began contemplating this holiday season’s ensemble. Using cardboard, plexiglass, rubber cement, and other easily accessible household items, Troll spent over 40 hours transforming himself into his beloved Nikon camera: Working DSLR camera costume Creating the […]
Children are endearing, free-spirited, and full of life. Their bodies and minds are stuck in a state of perpetual motion. Unfortunately, many of the qualities that people love about children are the same attributes that make them difficult subjects for many photographers. Even the most experienced artists may run in to some trouble when it […]
At one point or another, almost all photographers have experienced periods of creative block. Though incredibly frustrating, lulls in the artistic process are completely natural and do not indicate a loss of the “spark” you once had. Nevertheless, navigating your way out of a block can be a long, arduous process. Here, Marcin Lewandowski offers advice on […]
Just as choosing where to place the emphasis in a sentence can entirely change the meaning of a phrase, a photographer’s point of focus can dictate the meaning and overall success of an image. This video reviews just a few ways in which new artists can troubleshoot when facing difficulties with focal point: Manual or Auto […]
Dave Powell didn’t always have an eye or interest in photography. However, when his profession led him to Tokyo—approximately 6700 miles from his hometown—he found himself suddenly seeking a creative outlet. As he learned to call a foreign country home, he began to see the entire world a little differently. In the following short film, he […]
In low light situations, photographers often find themselves in a predicament when it comes to creating a proper exposure. Slowing down the shutter speed will allow for more light to register on the camera’s sensor, but increase the amount of motion blur captured in the final image. Bumping up the ISO can enable faster shutter […]
