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 professional photographer, you aren’t just an artist. You’re also a business person. Sure, you want to create beautiful images, but you also want to get paid. Commercial photography is one of the more lucrative fields. In particular, brand photography is in high demand and can form a lucrative cornerstone for your photography business….
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,…
How the HECK do you write a photography blog when you’re not a writer?! We’re here to help! Skillful blogging is not as cringeworthy as you think! Why Is Blogging Important? Photography is a highly personal service. Your clients are inviting you to capture important moments and milestones in their lives, so you need to…
A client calls saying she needs some new headshots. You agree and book a session for her. The only problem? You’re not entirely sure what defines a headshot! Is it just a head and shoulders shot? Head with some torso? Argh! What Qualifies as a Headshot An image qualifies as a “headshot” if its primary…
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…
Are all headshots portraits? Why are portraits not headshots? It’s sort of like one of those high school English quizzes! If you’re not sure what makes a headshot and what makes a portrait, you aren’t alone! We break it down for you in this article. What is the Difference Between a Portrait and a Headshot?…
After posing, one of the most critical elements of a good headshot is the lighting. But what kind of artificial lighting works well for headshots? In this post, we’ll discuss using ring lights for headshots. Are Ring Lights Good for Headshots? Ring lights can be a great lighting source for headshots. When used correctly, in…
There are lots of considerations when it comes to taking headshots. There’s posing, lighting, skin tones, etc. One of the things you shouldn’t stress is how to hold the camera! Can Headshots Be Horizontal? Headshots can be shot in a horizontal orientation! Traditionally, headshots were shot vertically, also known as portrait orientation. But now either…
Pricing headshots feels tricky for new photographers. Most clients claim they only need one image and may balk at a full session fee. But your expenses and talent doesn’t change, even if they only need one image. And it takes an investment of time to create one really great headshot. So headshots can feel harder…
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Headshots are a staple of business owners, actors, actresses, models, and real estate agents. If you’ve been asked to take headshots for a client but have never had a headshot session, you may have questions about the equipment you’ll need. We’ve got some pointers on choosing a lens for headshots. What is the best lens…
Do you thrive on competition? Love the energy, excitement, and physicality of sports? Then sports photography might be the right play for you (pun fully intended!) There are lots of great reasons to make sports photography your passion. Your kids, your job, or your desire for a new market. Or maybe you just love playing,…
Offering headshot photography sessions can be a great way to diversify to your photography business. It’s a service needed year-round and in every community. But before you begin offering headshots sessions, or even practicing them, you’ll need to make sure you have the right equipment. Fortunately, headshots require very little in terms of photography gear….
Do feel like advertising your business online is a good idea but don’t’ know where to start? We’ve got Google Ads for Photographers Explained! I’m a photographer. I also have degrees and experience in public relations and economics, specifically in the natural resources industry. So I know a lot of stuff about some really weird…
Many headshot backgrounds are either black or white, but there is a range of textures, natural elements, and other features that you can use to make a professional headshot stand out. Our tips for choosing the right background for your headshot will help you select a better setting, and impress your clients with a headshot…