While there’s nothing wrong about being an amateur (we all go through that phase), the goal should be to progress from amateurish photos. Part of that is to intentionally avoid the biggest mistakes that most amateurs make — it’s what separates the beginners from the professionals. That’s what Evan Ranft helps us
Are you currently unhappy or unsatisfied with your photography? Do you feel that you’re not progressing or improving despite consistent practice and numerous projects? You may be guilty of some bad habits that are holding your photography back. Or even making your photos worse. In the video above, UK-based street
Bored with your photos lately? It’s normal to have this feeling once in a while, but sometimes, it’s just not easy to shake off. If it’s going on for a while and you’re itching to know why, today’s featured video could hold some answers for you. Above, Bali-based American travel
Here is a story of a partial failure in capturing fireworks this past Fourth of July. Is there a reason for sharing this story? You bet! Find out below. Why? “Why on Earth would sharing a story on not getting the image you tried for be a reason for an
Now before people start writing telling me I am not being fair to Photoshop, let me stop you right there. I LOVE Photoshop! Sadly there are people out there who are still doing things with their editing, that perhaps they shouldn’t. Just because you can do something, doesn’t mean you
When learning a new craft, mistakes are how you learn. But sometimes it’s nice to have insight on these photography mistakes so you can avoid them (or at least can keep them in mind when ignoring them intentionally). Whether you are a beginner photographer or have been doing this for
When we start out in photography, there are a few obstacles we need to face. Many of us fumble around by ourselves. I even attended a few classes and workshops, but I must admit it was what I learned from other photographers that got me to where I am today.
Prime lenses are perfect for improving your street photography skills and simplifying both your gear and your workflow. They’re also the perfect choice if you often need wide apertures and shallow depth of field. However, London-based Roman Fox also reminds us that there are a bunch of mistakes that hinder our prime
When you are a beginner, whether it’s photography or something else, it is often easy to get overwhelmed. There are some common mistakes people make. Are you making these photographic mistakes? Let’s look at a few and how to fix them. Missed focus Often this is caused by not understanding
If you’re new to photography or want to start doing it more seriously, knowing what to avoid is just as important as keeping in mind all the nifty tips and tricks. As a beginner, you’ll definitely make plenty of mistakes and may find the learning curve to be steep. However,
