When composing an image, an interesting technique to use can be juxtapositioning. Simply put, juxtaposition photography involves combining two or more elements in the same picture, highlighting the interesting contrast between them. As a result, you get images that are eye-catching and thought-provoking. Take for instance the following image taken by a photographer who goes […]
Sunsets are among the favorite subjects of people who love photography, whether amateurs or veterans. Wherever they go, people just love to watch sunsets while relaxing at the end of the day, and when there’s an opportunity, they don’t hesitate to capture the sun going down with their cameras. According to the experts, sunsets are […]
Nature can sometimes be very strange. Oftentimes, one’s surroundings can appear scary but still manage to sweep you off your feet with their beauty. Take for instance the following image captured by photographer Ben Strauss at Mount Evans, Colorado. The beauty in it is of a “different kind,” but nevertheless, it surely is very interesting […]
For those of you venturing out during sunrise and sunset, these might help. They are step-by-step “recipes” for 22 different types of sunrise & sunset photo opportunities, to help you get the perfect photo every time. Print and carry in your camera bag, or simply save to your phone for quick reference. They are currently […]
Of all 24 hours in a day, only two mean anything to photographers: the hour after sunrise, and the hour before sunset. That’s when the sun does its magic, casting a heavenly golden glow over the world, making mountains shine and lakes sparkle beautifully, hence the name. Photographers crave this light—it’s ideal for weddings, portraits […]
The Tre Cime di Lavaredo comprises three distinctive peaks in the Sexten Dolomites of northeastern Italy and are one of the best-known mountain groups in the Alps. Besides being a natural marvel, the place is also a historically important one, because the front line between Italy and Austria during the First World War ran through […]
Beautiful location, amazing composition, fantastic weather conditions—these three ingredients can help create some mind-blowing images. But while the choice of location and photography skills are up to the photographer, the weather is something we cannot control. This is one of the reasons why many photographers opt to shoot during golden hours. The magical touch of […]
There are sunsets and then there is this. Captured on the Beaver River up North, this image has been aptly described as simultaneously depressing and elating. Depressing, as very few have the opportunity to take time out of their daily grind to experience something like this in person, and elating because these moments do actually […]
Basked in golden light as the sun shimmers over the water, the sunset can truly be a magnificent sight. When you are traveling or even exploring your local area, try to be a little more creative with your sunset photography. Too often we see the standard sunset shot with little to remind us of where […]
Hawaii is rightly popular as a location for the perfect vacation. The beautiful tropical weather, diverse culture, and the amazing volcanic landscapes make it a paradise on Earth. Hawaii boasts some of the youngest rocks, and interestingly many new volcanoes are taking formation around the area. All in all, the sublime weather and interesting geology […]
