In wildlife photography, we proverbially “intrude” into the homes of animals. This means the level of preparation has to be unmistakable. It becomes a top priority to avoid affecting them and their habitats. On the other hand, being too hesitant means potentially missing treasurable moments that happen in the blink of an eye. So how […]
We tend to photograph landscapes at low ISOs to keep camera noise at bay. But shooting at a lower ISO is not always possible. In certain scenarios, like when the light is low or when there’s wind blowing, you will need to raise the ISO. How do you handle noise? In today’s video, we have […]
There can be certain situations where you find yourself stuck indoors. Maybe it’s the unfavorable weather, safety concerns, or just because you don’t feel like heading outside. In any case, it doesn’t mean that your creativity needs to take a hit too. Macro photography is something that can be versatile in indoor situations. It can […]
You can’t expect to always be working in manual mode when shooting wildlife. Actions are unpredictable and spare you no time to fiddle around with your camera settings. This is the best reason to work with the semi-automatic modes viz. shutter priority and aperture priority. They work great most of the time but you may […]
Of the many misconceptions about photography, a common one is people thinking that only expensive cameras can produce better results. Expensive cameras may be built better and have extra features, but there usually is not such a bit difference when it comes to image quality. That is to say that regardless of what kind of […]
Photography is a passion for many, but only a few are able to turn it into a profession. Who wouldn’t love to make a living by doing something they love? But in reality, there are a lot of challenges you will face to make this shift. Today, we have photographer Evan Ranft sharing his step-by-step […]
Lighting is one of the greatest challenges that you’ll face as a macro photographer. You’ll find yourself working with small apertures for maximum depth of field and details, and thereby losing light in the process. It therefore becomes essential that you use some kind of lighting solution for the process. Photographer Steward Wood showcases his […]
Autumn might just be the most beautiful of seasons. Foliage that was once lush green transforms into vivid oranges, yellows, and reds. This image by photographer Ryan Resatka gives a sense of just how beautiful autumn can be in Maine: What’s eye-catching about this image the mix of green, yellow, and red that emits a […]
Back button focus is a technique that usually has divided opinions amongst photographers. While some claim that they can’t live without it, others don’t like it as much. If you’re not aware of this technique, it simply de-couples the shutter release button from the focusing function. It then re-assigns some other button at the back […]
Having to stay indoors shouldn’t necessarily mean that you can’t get creative with your photography. Contrarily, it’s an opportunity to enhance your creativity by using everyday objects that we otherwise take for granted. Take soap bubbles for example. If you’ve ever paid close attention to them, you’ve noticed the interesting & colorful patterns they form […]
