Avoiding Sparkly Object Syndrome: Top Investments for Your Business Episode 40: Show Notes. As photographers, it is always easy to get excited about the latest and greatest piece of equipment and imagine how it will be improving our photos and upping our game. In this episode, we explore why this mindset can often be the…
A handy camera mode is aperture priority. Aperture priority mode helps you take beautiful photos without constantly changing your settings, making it an excellent tool for beginner photographers. Aperture priority gives you full control over the light you let in, and it is a wonderful time-saving tool. The only other mode that lets you control…
Lost files are a common issue but using recovery software is a great way to restore these missing items. We’ve found the best recovery software to help you retrieve lost data. A good recovery software will detect and restore multiple file types, create backups, and be fast and safe. Any of these best recovery software…
Concert photography can be a lot of fun and give you many opportunities for amazing shots, which is why it’s vital that you have the best lens for concert photography in your kit. There are many lens options to choose from, and you’ll likely want more than one lens for any concert photography you end…
A few weeks ago, a fellow photographer posed the question “What do you wish you’d done differently when you started your business?” My answer? Use a photography CRM sooner to start my client relationships out on the best foot possible and keep track of all my business things! What is a photography CRM and how…
Food photography has become a staple of social media. Whether you want to document your adventures as a foodie or get started as a professional food photographer, it’s important to invest in the right gear to bring your favorite dishes to life. One of the things you will need is a lens for food photography….
Beautiful scenery, unique angles, and attractive people make yoga photography a popular subgenre of sports photography. The best professional yoga photographer shows not just the athleticism of the practice, but the meditative, peacefulness of it, too. If you want to improve your yoga photography skills, these ten tips will help you get beautiful, iconic photos…
As a photographer, specific points of the year are sure to bring in work. Prom is one of them. Snapping pictures of teenagers in formalwear might sound straightforward enough, but it requires careful planning and attention. This guide explains how to take pictures of prom that will preserve the memories of this special occasion. How…
Many people use cameras to take pictures of products, whether for a profession or a hobby. Regardless of why you photograph products, you want to use a camera that takes high image quality pictures. The best camera for product photography will have high megapixels, a quick processor, and autofocus features. Popular brands that make the…
Real estate photos are the first things buyers see when searching for a home online. High-quality images even help people envision themselves living in the house. Well-done real estate photography captures a property at its best angle, showcases its unique features, and hopefully helps it sell for top dollar. But as with any photography niche,…
Do you have a passion for photography and storytelling? Want to use a camera to share news and emotion with the world? You might just love a job in photojournalism. In this article, we’ll learn how to become a photojournalist, including how to get your images noticed, the kinds of jobs available and where to…
When you delve into the world of off-camera lighting, the choices for modifiers can seem overwhelming. Today, we will break down the battle of beauty dish or softbox. Learn how they’re different, how they are similar and when you might want to use them both! We’ll also discuss the beauty dish and softbox vs umbrella…
Adobe Portfolio is a site builder that comes with the CC bundle. Squarespace makes a similar promise, but this site-building platform includes additional features that make it worth considering. Here is what you need to know about Adobe Portfolio vs Squarespace. Which Platform is Easier to Use? Getting started is quick and easy with Adobe…
Senior pictures provide a lifelong keepsake for an important milestone in life. Unfortunately, capturing the perfect pictures is no easy task – especially when taking pictures for senior guys. Many senior guys end up acting reserved around the photographer’s camera. With so many options and ideas for your pictures, how do you know which picture…
When the senior year of high school rolls around, there’s plenty of memories to make. Senior pictures are part of that memory building process, and they can serve as a way for students and their classmates to look back on a significant turning point in their lives. Deciding what to do with your pictures, though,…
Senior pictures are like a rite of passage for high school students. These pictures capture the seniors’ style and personality. While anyone can snap a few senior portraits with a smartphone, not everyone can showcase the student in a stylized and professional way. If you have wondered how to take senior pictures, this guide will…