In still life photography, a photographer creates an image with almost full control over lighting, mood, and composition. Because photographers directly influence the image creation process, still life photos reflect the creativity and style of the photographers themselves. For this reason, photographers who specialize in still life will end up with a unique and creative […]
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12 Event Photography Tips for Capturing the Story
My first event photography experience was as an assistant for a wedding photographer. It was a bit nerve-wracking, and I felt out of place much of the day. Ultimately, it was a great learning experience because my main role for the day was to assist the main photographer, and I got to take some photos as […]
4 Bird Photography Tips to take great photos
Bird photography offers a thrilling and rewarding opportunity for photographers of all levels to connect with nature and practice their craft.Whether it’s capturing unique migratory patterns, observing small changes in species behavior over time, or simply finding beauty in the details of everyday wildlife, bird photography can help us better appreciate and understand our avian […]
Must-Have Cameras, Lenses and Other Gear for Photojournalism
Photojournalism in 2022 is very different to what it was a decade ago. The past ten years have taken us ever further from a world of journalism as a full-time job with healthcare and benefits and towards a world where freelancers and crowdsourced photos are now used by many major publications. Along with the shift […]
A Detailed Guide to Photographing Fall Foliage
Capturing the color of autumn is a unique window of opportunity for any photographer. Vibrant colors can transform an otherwise mundane scene into a blanket of red, yellow, and orange hues. So how can you take advantage of this breathtaking season? There are many things you can do to set your images apart from simple […]
Steel Wool Photography Tips and Inspiration
Even though steel wool photography is a relatively new art form, it has quickly gained popularity for its unique and beautiful results. This type of photography is perfect for anyone who wants to create stunning images that are sure to wow viewers. If you’re looking for a new challenge or simply want to try something […]
Food Photography Tips for Tasty-Looking Images
We all love looking at photos of tasty food. In fact, one of the best compliments I receive on my food photographs is that they make people hungry! Capturing the flavor and aroma of a dish is impossible with photography; however, we can make the image look so good two-dimensionally that the viewer’s imagination kicks […]
5 Capture One Tips You Didn’t Know About
Capture One is one of the most powerful RAW image editing apps. Yet, many pro photographers are not aware of the hidden features and capabilities of this app. For example, did you know that you can completely change any color on your image using Color Editor Skin Tone? From this post, you’ll also learn how […]
Tax Tips for Photographers to Maximize Your Take Home
Tax codes can feel like foreign languages for everyday taxpayers. While already complex for employees of companies, they get even trickier for self employed, small business owners such as photographers and other creatives. To help, here are some tax tips to help you avoid headaches and maybe even save a little money at the end […]
Memory Card Recovery Guide and Options
The chances are that you or someone you know has accidentally deleted a picture. Memory cards get reformatted, images get culled, and sometimes we lose the only copy of an image we wanted to keep. If you have deleted or lost files from your memory card, don’t despair! It is possible to recover them using […]