One of the things that keep me shooting with film is the distinct nostalgic look it gives my photos. I’m sure that there’s a sustained interest in this visual style not only for photography projects but also for filmmaking. Fortunately, technology has made it possible for photographers today to get
Since lighting is crucial to any type of photography, all of us strive to shoot in the best lighting conditions possible. However, there will definitely be instances when we simply have no choice but to work in dull, overcast light. How do we work in such a less than ideal
The 50mm f/1.8 is among the most popular lenses for many types of photography. However, many photographers tend to shoot at the widest aperture with it — a crucial mistake that results in not so sharp photos. So, if you’re new to photography and just picked up this lens, outdoor
Many photography tutorials will tell you that the best time to shoot outdoors is around sunrise or sunset — the so-called Golden Hour. However, the reality is, it’s not always possible for everyone to take photos at these precise hours each time. So, many of us end up having to
Curious about cinematic photography but don’t know where to start? The term itself has been thrown around here and there for many things in the last decade or so. As a result, many creatives have become confused about what it really means. In a nutshell, there’s more to it than
As with black and white photography, color photography isn’t about just shooting with your camera in color mode. For a color photo to be truly outstanding, eye-catching and skillfully done, we have to use colors more decisively. Every impressive photo out there, whether by legendary photographers or your favorite photographer
For better or for worse, photography isn’t spared from all sorts of trends. To some degree, it helps to be in the know about the latest in the industry. However, some photography trends can actually do more harm than good. We can fall in the trap of these trends whatever
Dynamic range is of the biggest buzzwords we usually encounter whenever the latest and greatest camera comes up. A lot of reviews emphasize — or even swoon at — dynamic range in their roll call of features. Advances in technology have indeed bestowed today’s digital cameras with impressive dynamic range,
Currently feeling stuck and uninspired with your photography? Before you even think about getting a new gear, why not explore the myriad of photography tips and tricks that you can get for free? One of these techniques is the Squint Method, which Alex Kilbee of The Photographic Eye said allowed him to find
What do you do when you are stuck in a cluttered, ugly or distracting photo location for a lifestyle portrait session? Maybe it’s the only space you can photograph your bride and groom in a running-out-of-time fragment of the wedding day. Or, perhaps you can’t change angles because you’ll lose
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,
With summer in full swing, we’re sure that many of you have plenty of trips and activities in store. Of course, your cameras are always ready to tag along with you! So, let’s go over some timeless summer photography tips to help you get ready to capture those moments of
