Like it or not, we’re living in an electronic world, and digital photography is here to stay. When I got my first camera at age three, digital photography wasn’t a reality. To be honest, my camera wasn’t a reality either…it used a sponge to wet the “film,” so a picture appeared on my little plastic picture. …
Want that dreamy glow? Here are our tips and tricks for natural light photography! As photographers, we know that light is the most critical aspect of photography. By why is light so important? And how does it affect our images? First, we need to understand the basic concept of light in photography. To take a picture,…
Abstract photography is a wonderful way to express yourself by taking photos that appeal to you– allowing you to create your own style of art. To define abstract photography, remember that it is a non-objective and non-concrete type of photography that does not rely on traditional subjects. Like other forms of abstract art, it can…
Learning composition in photography is a critical element of photography basics. The ability to understand composition techniques can genuinely help you make a difference in your photography, allowing you to take better photos every time. There are several different rules to keep in mind when planning the perfect picture taking session, including the following: 10…
Don’t know where to start? Here are a few tricks for nailing your next photo shoot. They say it is best to be prepared. And when it comes to scheduling a photo shoot with clients, the key to having a smooth session is all in the preparation. Whether you are planning a quick family session…
Hoping to try your hand at Still Life photography? With so many styles and genres of photography, there is none as versatile as Still Life. It gives the photographer the most creative freedom, as you control all aspects of the image from composition, lighting to the subject matter. It is also one of the best…
Looking for some tips on photography for beginners? We have you covered! There. See that mark right there? Those two little red marks on your arm? That’s where you got bit by the photography bug. You love taking photos with your cell phone. Kids, friends, food, vacay…if you experience it, you document it in a…
Wondering how your favorite landscape photographer gets such stunning Instagram worthy autumn images? Read on for 9 pointers to enhance your autumn photos. Autumn is probably the most eye-catching season of the year for photography. The bright-colored autumn leaves are irresistible and the weather is usually in your favor so you’re not suffering from the…
Interested in how to use a ring light in your photography? We’re here to explain the use of ring lights and when they are beneficial! “Why don’t my beauty and fashion images look this good?” Many beginning photographers ask this question. Sometimes, an apparent lack of quality is caused by a missing piece of equipment…
iPhones have wonderful cameras built into them. It’s now so easy to capture and share images with our phones, that printed snapshots have become a distant memory. With the right tools and knowledge, many iPhone photos can look like professional snapshots. 5 Quick iPhone Photography Tips Camera Settings and Options – Adjusting exposure, VSCO, and other…
Want to dive head first into cake smash photography? Here are our tips and tricks for achieving those sweet and savory images! Have you heard of the term “Cake Smash”? This type of 1st (or even 30th!) birthday photo shoot has become a fun way to capture all of the excitement of birthday milestones! It…
“Why don’t my sunset photos look like what I saw that day?” Among all levels of photographers, taking gorgeous sunset photos can sometimes be challenging. We want to know how to take advantage of “The Gold Hour” to capture sunset pictures and sunrise images too. What type of digital cameras are used, what shutter speed,…
If you’re just venturing into photography, you may be wondering what is f-stop and where you can find the F-stop settings. In this article, we’ll define what is an f-stop, how it works, when to use it along with some quick instructions for changing this setting on the most popular camera brands. What is F-Stop?…
Wouldn’t it be nice to earn a regular income doing something you love? Do you want to spend more time with your kids?! The good news is, when you invest in yourself & commit to educating yourself and then implementing what you learn – you can be wildly successful, even in a short amount of…
Ever wonder if you could handle capturing end of life photography? Today we are outlining sessions relating to stillbirth, hospice and terminal illness. Photographers are so often tasked with capturing happiness and monumental life moments that we want to remember. We usually are approached to do family sessions, birth stories and weddings, but what about…
Feel like you may lose your lunch just thinking about that upcoming photography session? We have you covered! Here are our 11 tips for banishing pre-session anxiety. I don’t care how long you’ve been a photographer, I KNOW you still get some session anxiety (heck, maybe before every session). Maybe you’re putting pressure on yourself…