Part of being a night photographer is to know where to go, what to do and when to leave. One of the most common questions I get asked is about if whether I have frightening encounters with people when I
Got a great idea for shooting portraits against the city skyline at night? You’re definitely going to need a flash for best results. It will allow you to use faster shutter speeds while also keeping your subject properly illuminated and
Aside from showcasing growth and grandeur, part of photographing the world’s major metropolises is creating a sense of place and character. It’s what I find inspiring in projects like “Vertical City” by Alexander Kaunas. In this project, the photographer and
What is light painting? You might think of it as gently brushing on some light to the subject. Light painting is the act of adding light to a night photograph. Really, though, light painting is a technique that uses a
In many creative genres, a well-crafted atmosphere makes a big difference in the impact to the viewer. That’s why we often find atmospheric photography to be especially fascinating or compelling. American contemporary artist Todd Hido is among the photographers best
If you’re fond of street photography at night and you’ve been shooting long enough, you must have heard about the legendary Leica Noctilux-M lens. This unbelievably fast 50mm f/0.95 lens comes with an equally astonishing price tag, making it nearly
New York City is one of the most popular cities among photographers for the energy of daily life out in its streets. There’s always something fascinating to capture out there, and I’m sure a lot of us can’t wait for
Like most photographers, I’m always looking for the right location, the right angle, the perfect light and the right moment to make the photograph. Whether I’m traveling abroad or walking around Boston, near my studio, one of my favorite times
The best camera is the one you have with you, so the famous saying goes. Sometimes, that’s a smartphone in conveniently stashed away in your pocket. With smartphone camera technology getting increasingly better, most models today will give you some
I love it when photographers get extra creative with documenting daily life and the most mundane things out of it. It can be challenging to single out something interesting to capture in everyday things. It’s easy to fall into the
Lightning is among the most elusive forces of nature that photographers chase once in a while. It’s one of those things where a generous sprinkling of luck and right timing can lead to some really breathtaking images. Last year, Johannesburg-based
The 8mm f/1.8 fisheye lens is on loan to me from Olympus, and after using it just a bit, I’m pretty close to buying a copy for myself. That should give you an idea of what I think of it.
How do you go about photographing a surprise proposal photography session? How do you price them so they’re attractive to clients, yet profitable for you? Some of the popular requests we get at our studio are for surprise proposal photography
The subject of monetizing personal projects is near and dear to my heart. I put together a ninety-minute presentation about the subject and shared it with my fellow photographers to a wonderful reception. A phone call leads to art In
As humans, we are multi-faceted beings but not without imperfections. We are often insecure about these flaws, especially the physical ones since they are readily visible. This insecurity often manifests in not being comfortable being in front of the lens,
Got a room with a view? Make the most of it: Set up your camera to shoot a time-lapse movie. It’s a great way to capture the unfolding of time when you’re on a vacation or business trip, or to
There’s no question that astrophotography is one of the most interesting genres to get into. Photographing deep sky objects is especially exciting and rewarding, whether you’re a beginner or already years into it. However, to be able to make the
When it comes to landscape and travel photography, do you try to capture what thousands already have? Or do you look for something a little more unique? Perhaps you are asking, how can I make my travel pictures more interesting?
“Fisheye lenses are gimmicks.” Lots of photographers think so. Most have never used one, but I don’t travel without one. The 15mm f/2.8 fisheye lens from Sigma is less than three inches in diameter and length. It weighs in at
Aurora HDR is not a piece of software I use very often. But it’s one that is nice to have in my toy/toolbox to play with when I feel the need to try something different. This particular time though, I
Food photography is commonly mistaken as something that makes our mouths water. While that is definitely one of the uses of the genre, it also pays to be aware of other ways to get creative with it. Food is such
This image that you see right here — the cover one — is a photo I took with a triathlon athlete for her blog. Did I get money for that? No. Am I happy with that? Yes. Will I do
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