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Not many of us head out for dedicated landscape photography trips. It’s when we’re going out for a family vacation that we plan to take some time out for photography. The challenge is to maintain a balance between family and photography. Landscape photographer Mark Denney covers how you can plan to overcome this struggle: 1. […]
A camera lens is made up of several elements—pieces of special glass ground to a specific curve according to computer calculations. Each element directs light in a particular way and corrects aberrations caused by other lens elements. A telephoto lens may have from 10 to 20 elements. Usually, elements are joined together with optically clear […]
When used correctly, empty spaces, which are referred to as negative space in photography, can help your subjects stand out. In this video, Mango Street shares some interesting tips on using negative space to create striking images: Negative space draws more attention to the subject by simply isolating it. At the same time, negative space […]
Don’t believe everything that you hear. There are plenty of myths that run rampant throughout the photographic community. Even the most experienced professionals have a handful of beliefs that simply aren’t true. Luckily, landscape photographer Nigel Danson has taken the time to dispel some of the most widespread falsehoods among professionals: Here’s Danson’s in-depth take […]
I would like to share with you some valuable keys to taking better indoor portraits and still life photographs. These are insider secrets I’ve learned over the past 33 years as an avid photographer. They aren’t something I learned in a class or studied at college. Rather, they are things that I’ve picked up along […]
Have you ever wondered how pro photographers get those great portraits that grab your attention so much that you often forget you’re looking at a picture? Through my experience as a professional photographer, I can pass on a few simple tips to make sure you get great portraits every time you click the shutter. 1. […]
This is an indoor portrait taken in near darkness, resembling a birthday cake shot. You’ll need: A darkish room that doesn’t have a lot of stray light coming in One or more candles A willing model Camera Setup: Mode: Aperture Priority (Often shown as Av on the mode wheel) ISO: 800 or so (there will […]
Ready for a crash course in color? Photographer Tony Northrup takes an in-depth look at what goes on inside our cameras and how, exactly, our images are made: First, it’s important to understand how color works. Believe it or not, colors are all in our head. In reality, we’re constantly bombarded with light coming in […]
While most of you know what a portrait photography catch light is, bear with me. At some point, it was a new idea for you, just as I’m sure it is for some of the other readers. In the interest of being thorough, in today’s photo tip, let’s have a quick look into the catch […]
Mastering the art of photography starts with the camera. Sure, there are plenty of filters and digital treatments out there that you can use to apply to your photos after they’re shot, but the true art of photography lies in the technique. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a DSLR rookie, it’s important to know […]
