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The appropriate use of color in photography adds a dynamic element to your images that is very pleasing to the eye. The correct use of it will allow you to create photographs to be proud of. Bold colors and bright composition in your photos result in images that sell. So use color to your advantage. […]
Christmas is in the air, so don’t be surprised if some of that festive spirit bleeds into your creative psyche and you find yourself wanting to do a portrait project with Christmas lights. We and photographer Gavin Hoey say, go for it—just make sure that you know what you’re doing! Shooting studio portraits of models wearing fairy lights […]
So I’m guessing not many of you are using film cameras these days. The few of you who are, good for you! This dying form of photography is still magical to me. I recently got into it again, on the sideline, and I definitely believe it’s helped me as a photographer in general. Knowing that […]
Packing the right lens is arguably as crucial as the camera settings you select — especially when it comes to street photography. Why? Each and every lens features a unique focal length or range (measured in mm). A setting that alters how much or little real-world detail ends up in the camera frame. Struggling to […]
Automatic focus (AF) has come a long way in modern cameras. Leica came out with some of the first patents for AF back in the mid-1970s and some of the early attempts to implement the feature on a wide basis were less than stellar. Most used either infrared light or sound to measure the distance […]
Have you ever wondered how photographers take those amazing shots of objects flying in midair? These types of photos are common in product and food photography, and it goes without saying that this technique requires a lot of preparation and a very concrete understanding of the process. In today’s video, photographer Mark Wallace with Adorama […]
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City streets are more than just a travel route or space to sell goods. The myriad of people from all walks of life, nations, and backgrounds offers a unique photography opportunity. A fact that’s even more true in the case of melting pots like NY! New York City-based photographer Hugh Brownstone takes full advantage of […]
Winter can be a tough time for photographers and models alike. Chilly weather, harsh conditions, and poor lighting all combine to make the job a tough one. Does this mean you should take a photography break when it’s cold outside? Photographer Gavin Hoey from Adorama doesn’t necessarily think so. Check out how he manages to […]
Feeling stagnant in your photography and photo editing journey? Mark Denney recommends you try this one exercise to truly test how far you’ve come. You may be surprised by the difference and the number of skills you’ve accumulated along the way! All you need is an old edited photo to compare and an unedited version […]
