Lyrak is a new photo-sharing app. Unlike Instagram, Lyrak does not have incessant ads and videos. Also, no data collection or AI training of your photos. Can it replace your Insta habit? Lyrak is a photo-sharing app Rishi Siva, founder of Lyrak, contacted us recently. He described Lyrak like this:
Joshua Tree National Park is fantastic for night photography. How can light painting help take your desert photo to the next level? What is light painting? The term is often used loosely to describe any addition of light to a night photograph. Really, though, light painting is a technique that uses a
The RGB Critter BT LED handheld light has nearly infinite colors and uses an app for control. But is it easier to use for light painting subjects than its confusing predecessor? What are the Ants on a Melon RGB Critter lights? Created by Ants on a Melon, the line of
While out scouting for a campsite near a creek, I brought my OM System OM-1 with me. I didn’t have any specific image in mind. Just making sure this area would be amenable to me camping. While wandering the waterway, I fired off a few frames. Image capture I found
“Composition is the bedrock on which all great photographs are built,” said Alex Kilbee in his video above. However, he also acknowledged that it can be extremely confusing, especially for beginners. So, whether you’re new to photography or want to take things a notch up, he offers easy and understandable
Bokeh is a word that is often used to describe images with backgrounds that are out of focus. Photographers gravitate toward the goal of creating beautiful bokeh. First we need to understand what bokeh is and how it adds creativity to our images. When I was asked to critique images,
The Law of the Universe dictates that we all make photos that suck. You and I, and all of us, should never break this law. Here’s why. It’s the human thing to do What kind of beings are we if we never make photos that suck? No one, whether we
Have you ever considered water balloons as a type of child-friendly extreme sport? When you bring some photographic elements into it, it can be. This one is perhaps not for the littles, but for older kids with a bit of adult supervision. It provides for some awesome fun (for the
The sound of my alarm jolts me from a restful sleep. Groaning, I turn it off and automatically try to find reasons to stay in bed. Do I really need to go create sunrise images today? Shouldn’t I just stay under this warm, cozy comforter? Eventually, I guilt myself into
Do you keep your camera bag open at night when photographing? Here’s five reasons why you shouldn’t. I usually photograph in deserts in the American Southwest. However, most of the reasons why you should get into the habit of zipping up your camera bag will apply to most areas. Critters
You probably already know how to use your camera to get the images you want. You might have a style that’s recognized a mile away, a repeatable workflow and people who love your photos. Well now what? Is it still enjoyable? What do you do to spur new growth? Consider
I know many photographers (pros and amateurs alike) who need a special occasion like a vacation, a wedding or a sports event to take their camera out in their free time. When I ask them “why only for big occasions?”, I often get the reply that everyday life is not
