Flash photography is one area in which not all photographers may be fully proficient. Flash can be tricky to use, often resulting in over-exposed images that look amateur. Something you should hide away in a bottom drawer, certainly not publish in a glossy or show in a gallery! Love it or hate it, mastering your […]
One of the key markers of stunning macro photography is image sharpness. A little camera shake, too much depth, or an out-of-focus corner of the subject can really ruin an image. You want to get every detail, which requires an advanced understanding of your camera’s settings. Yes, including flash and focus bracketing — which Andrew […]
Most of us, especially beginner photographers, know flash as a tool to add light. But do you know that you can use flash to capture and freeze motion as well? So, a flash is your best friend, whether you’re taking portraits where the subjects are showing off some high-energy poses, or taking product photos with […]
While using long exposures in the field, have you ever captured a ghost within your photographs? While you may not be haunted by spiritual specters, objects in motion often appear transparent and obscured by blurring when the shutter is opened for an extended period of time. While some individuals aim to create dramatic results by […]
Shooting macro photography outdoors is a fantastic way to explore nature. However, lighting conditions can be very unpredictable here. Using an off-camera flash can help boost the quality of your macro images by better illuminating your subject. Particularly those that thrive in dense, dark forest undergrowth, like the fungi and flora Andrew Lanxon spent a […]
Before we even begin deliberating how to work with manual flashes, let’s just find the answer to the why part. Why would somebody want to work with manual flashes? For, they’re cheaper. But they’re also not as difficult to use as you might think. Daniel Norton from Adorama demonstrates in this video: If you have any […]
Learning to manipulate camera flash can be tricky for photographers who deal with harsh light or are inexperienced with a speed light. David Bergman from Adorama shares helpful instructions on how to capture soft light using flash bounce or a white flash card: The main aspect to remember with camera flash is that the light […]
A lot of beginner photographers make the mistake of assuming that a flash is used to add light when shooting in conditions where the light is insufficient. Well, this is only partially true. In fact, you can use flash even in situations where there’s enough natural light. Using a flash allows you to add a […]
Every time we’re outdoors taking photos, we’re at nature’s mercy as far as lighting and weather conditions are concerned. You can’t expect the conditions to be in your favor all the time. And in reality, when things do go south, instead of whining, as photographers we should be prepared to make the situation work for […]
Using flash outdoors can be confusing for many – especially beginner photographers. A quite common question that people ask is, “Why to use flash outdoors when the light is already sufficient?”. While the question might sound logical, the reason is purely for artistic and aesthetic reasons. We’ll see how that works in today’s video. Professional […]
