With Father’s Day just a few winks away, I’m sure many of you already have plans to celebrate, with or without something photography-related included. Whichever
Self-portraits, ugh. If you’re like me, you really dislike having your photo taken, don’t you? Most of us prefer to be on the other side
One light studio setups are popular for portrait photography, not only for their convenience but also because they produce gorgeous results. They’re especially great for
In part one, we focused on north central Arizona. In part two, we traveled up into northern Arizona, including the Grand Canyon. Now let’s head
I started using Lightroom over a year ago to give me a way of editing photos on my mobile phone while couchbound with my newborn
In part one of this three-part mini-series, I looked at filling in gaps and expanding your frame. In part two we are looking at blurring
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When it comes to street photography, 35mm is typically the recommended focal length because of its semi-wide angle view. It’s wide enough for including more of the scene in your frame, or even shooting in cramped locations. But, it also encourages you to get closer to your subjects for great
I’m participating in a photo contest today. It started on Friday. The entries must all be photographed, printed, framed and presented by Wednesday at noon. Oh, and they have to be made only in the valley I live in. It’s a ton of fun. It’s a very level playing field
I’ve had the pleasure of trying the very sought after Sony 50mm f/1.2 GM lens during a recent photoshoot. Here’s why it’s so magical. High expectations After reading all the articles avec watching all the YouTube reviews possible, it’s probably useless to say that my expectations for the 50mm f/1.2
I’ve been searching for a versatile video light for my Zoom/YouTube live broadcast that could also be used for product and portrait photography that wouldn’t break the bank. Before now, the budget-friendly lights I found were great for video, but not that good for photography. Imagine my excitement when B&H
So, you already know how to create a pure black background using the right tools and camera settings. Your next questions would most likely be, how do you make the most out of it? Will it give you great results whatever the genre you choose? Knowing how to work with
Florida is a year-round vacation destination, especially for photographers. The Gulf Coast of Florida offers some hidden gems. In this series, I’ll join fellow Floridian @the_southern_greek as we explore the cultural and natural beauty of the Gulf Coast. Today, we look at Tarpon Springs, FL. Greek culture Tarpon Springs has
Most film photographers who start shooting medium format film often do using 6×6 format. Most of us are no strangers to square framing, thanks to Instagram. Still, if you’re used to shooting mostly in 35mm format, composing for 6×6 can take some getting used to. It’s not as simple as
Selfies have made their way into the world of photography. And as a photographer, you should know how to make your own images look their best. We’ve gathered three great tutorials from Matthew Jordan Smith, a well-known fashion and portrait photographer. These tips may help you (and they certainly should
Antarctica is a place that will forever live in your heart and soul if you ever get the opportunity to go there. Recently, I came across the Only One website and 13-minute film premiere. I was moved. It is an emotionally charged piece. The music and film come together in
With Pride Month in full swing, I’m sure a lot of you have started with some projects especially for the occasion. If not (yet), I hope the LGBTQ-themed projects from years back that I’ve been sharing may give you some ideas. This year’s celebrations may not yet be as big
With Father’s Day just a few winks away, I’m sure many of you already have plans to celebrate, with or without something photography-related included. Whichever the case, I’m sure you’ll find today’s featured body of work a touching visual story. For Father’s Day 2017, Moscow-based photographer and art director Igor
Self-portraits, ugh. If you’re like me, you really dislike having your photo taken, don’t you? Most of us prefer to be on the other side of the camera taking the images. There is something to be said though for using ourselves as models and test subjects to learn how to
One light studio setups are popular for portrait photography, not only for their convenience but also because they produce gorgeous results. They’re especially great for black and white portraits because they bring an elegant simplicity to the shots. If this is something you want to practice, we have just the
In part one, we focused on north central Arizona. In part two, we traveled up into northern Arizona, including the Grand Canyon. Now let’s head south with a stop or three along the way. Jerome I recommend heading to Prescott from Sedona trough Jerome for the more adventurous. The former
When it comes to street photography, 35mm is typically the recommended focal length because of its semi-wide angle view. It’s wide enough for including more of the scene in your frame, or even shooting in cramped locations. But, it also encourages you to get closer to your subjects for great
I’m participating in a photo contest today. It started on Friday. The entries must all be photographed, printed, framed and presented by Wednesday at noon. Oh, and they have to be made only in the valley I live in. It’s a ton of fun. It’s a very level playing field
I’ve had the pleasure of trying the very sought after Sony 50mm f/1.2 GM lens during a recent photoshoot. Here’s why it’s so magical. High expectations After reading all the articles avec watching all the YouTube reviews possible, it’s probably useless to say that my expectations for the 50mm f/1.2
I’ve been searching for a versatile video light for my Zoom/YouTube live broadcast that could also be used for product and portrait photography that wouldn’t break the bank. Before now, the budget-friendly lights I found were great for video, but not that good for photography. Imagine my excitement when B&H
So, you already know how to create a pure black background using the right tools and camera settings. Your next questions would most likely be, how do you make the most out of it? Will it give you great results whatever the genre you choose? Knowing how to work with
Florida is a year-round vacation destination, especially for photographers. The Gulf Coast of Florida offers some hidden gems. In this series, I’ll join fellow Floridian @the_southern_greek as we explore the cultural and natural beauty of the Gulf Coast. Today, we look at Tarpon Springs, FL. Greek culture Tarpon Springs has
