There’s one simple trick I was taught several years ago, to help a client feel at ease. We all know that portrait subjects can sometimes get nervous or overthink their appearance. Every photographer has a primary eye — left or right — that they typically look into the viewfinder with.
A quick tip on how to select the right prop to create a new look or mood
A quick tip to think twice before deleting a photo.
A quick tip to save time by cropping in camera.
A quick tip on dedicating a memory card to one shoot.
A quick tip to take the safe shots first, then get creative.
A quick tip for creating a rule for when to delete or keep a photo.
Working with animals can be the ultimate exercise in patience. They cannot take direction like a human model. Be patient and remember you are on the pet’s time.
A quick tip on how to strikes a balance between showcasing and protecting your work with a watermark.
There are many online resources that offer eyelash brushes. A simple Google search for “Eyelash Brush Photoshop” will return several great sites. I downloaded the brushes from Obsidian Dawn’s website and paid a small $3 fee for commercial use.
Learn when to crop for impact and when not to crop to ensure the image tells the real story
