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There is somewhat of a controversy about whether shooting files in RAW is preferable to JPEG (also can be JPG). You are probably familiar with the JPEG file format, but you may still be a little fuzzy over what RAW is and why it may be helpful to you. This article will hopefully explain how […]
A great portrait requires a good understanding of lighting and how to control it to capture the most flattering image of your model. But, it’s not just about lighting the model from the front. Besides the basic portrait lighting patterns, you need to consider how the subject looks against the backdrop. Are they blending in? Using […]
There’s an old technique photojournalists call “flash and slash” that is used to dramatize movement. Basically, it allows you to keep the subject sharp while creating motion in the background. While typically used for high-movement or chaotic scenes, it is actually a really creative way to add an interesting element when shooting in low light. […]
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 […]
What you’re going to learn in this video is one of the most important aspects of photography. This video sums up what is known as the inverse square law. It’s one of the fundamental laws used in not only photography but in a variety of other areas of physics as well. Daniel Norton demonstrates how, using this law, […]
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 […]
Shafts of light streaming down from the sky our through a window makes for wonderfully dramatic lighting in photography. These shafts of light, especially when you create an atmosphere using smoke or fog, can really make your images pop. The setup may appear complicated when you first try it out, but it’s not so bad once you […]
One of the most common mistakes beginner photographers make is by concentrating too hard on their focus point or subject and neglecting the rest of their image. While the subject is an essential part of your photo, your background is just as vital. The background is an incredibly important control in your image that will guide […]
With the rise in online video popularity, people all over the world have been recording and posting their elaborate marriage proposals for years. From choreographed flash mobs to personalized movie trailers, some of the most creative ideas have gone viral, touching the hearts of millions. Inspired by the love of photography he and his girlfriend share, musician […]
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 […]
