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Today’s article was kindly shared with us by Ignacio Palacios, author of the 12 Types of Natural Light which is designed to help photographers harness the incredible power of light. If you don’t like strong contrast in your images, this is the light to use. Overcast days don’t mean you can’t shoot. While a white […]
As technology continues to evolve and intertwine with our daily lives, a groundbreaking innovation has emerged that stands to reshape our very perception of photography. Known as “Synthetic Photography“, this revolutionary process has the potential to redefine how we capture, create, and share visual content. Understanding Synthetic Photography At its core, synthetic photography is a […]
Now generally I recommend a tripod for landscape photography, however, I do shoot a fair bit of hand-held landscapes too and trust me, I have had more than my share of blurry photos in my 15 odd years of photography. Is there anything worse than a Blurry Masterpiece? In my opinion, there is nothing worse […]
Final day: only hours left for the Composition Cheat Sheets Launch Sale As photographers, we are storytellers, using the language of visual elements to translate the three-dimensional world onto a two-dimensional plane. Understanding the art of composition is crucial to capturing compelling images that narrate our unique perspective of the world. It’s like arranging the […]
For a nature photographer, composition can be a daily challenge. In wildlife photography, the challenge is even greater. Not only are you trying to satisfy your own creative vision, but you also have to deal with a subject which may have no interest in having its photo taken. I can’t help you much with an […]
Relevant reminder: launch sale ending soon for the Composition Cheat Sheets at 81% Off Photography, with its perfect blend of art and science, offers myriad techniques that can be leveraged to capture stunning visuals. One of the most celebrated principles guiding photographers around the world is the ‘Rule of Thirds’. This rule, in its elegant […]
As a young photographer, I was often disappointed by my photos. There was no instant feedback as with digital images. And, as I began to learn digital photography, I realized that so many of my images had small subjects—disappointingly so. Cropping in post production with Photoshop didn’t help. What I needed to do was fill […]
This article is based on concepts from Creating Beautiful Background Blur if you want to dig deeper for further training. Here is a portrait that uses background blur to make the model pop from the background. Background blur is an excellent composition tool to set your subject apart from their surrounding areas. It’s another way […]
Light painting is a fun photography technique where photographers use camera flashes, flashlights, and spotlights to paint light in a scene. It can easily qualify as the best/most fun night photography technique. Although many photographers have attempted it before, only a few have mastered the technique. Below are some very useful tips to consider when […]
Of all the lines used in photography, diagonals are the most dynamic. You can use them to create a strong impression of movement or you can use them to create a tremendous sense of depth. All images are created with lines—some vertical, horizontal and others converging—but knowing how to place them affects the mood and […]
