So you’ve got a new DSLR. Welcome to a wonderful world of creative control over your images! If you’re wondering how to get started with your new DSLR camera, you’re in the right place. When you first crack open the box on a new DSLR, it can be overwhelming how
I’ve been on a little bit of a still-life deep dive lately, all thanks to the Hobolite Mini. It’s such a cool and versatile little light and it’s just perfect for small-ish still-life setups. I recently had these yummy strawberry tarts and fresh strawberries in the studio recently and I
Getting down low can make for a better (read different) landscape photograph. Here’s a tip to inexpensively protect your knees. Closed cell foam I stumbled into this idea when I opened up some packaging. The product was surrounded by closed cell foam. This type of closed cell foam has a
Whether it’s cocktails or mocktails, it’s those little details that can make all the difference in your photos. Capturing the perfect drop is easy with a few food photography tips and tricks. Ice cubes and condensation, garnishes and staging … these are what make all the difference. Throw in the
While there are plenty of different modes on your camera, the most common and often used seem to be Manual mode or Aperture Priority. As someone who has ALWAYS been told you had to shoot in Manual, well … these days I find myself shooting more and more in Aperture
In my last article, I spoke to martial arts and fitness trainer Miranda Mitchell about simple ways to protect your body and avoid injury while shooting. But what else can photographers do to strengthen and stretch overworked muscles? This simple sequence of exercises for photographers will help. I interviewed Miranda
Do you ever get a location and the object of your obsession is badly lit? Blown out highlights and crushed black shadows? Sure, you can wing it and hope for the best. But a bit of planning can go a long way to making a great shot. Why bracket at
I’m often asked why I shoot in Aperture Priority over, say, Manual mode. The answer is it’s often so much quicker and I can still make changes on the fly. What is Aperture Priority? Aperture Priority is a semi-auto exposure mode where the photographer chooses the aperture they require. While
Lifting lenses and lugging gear around for a full day shoot is no walk in the park. How do you avoid injuries as a photographer and keep your body safe when shooting? Although mirrorless systems are making new kits lighter and easier to carry, photography can sometimes feel like a
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.
Symmetry appears when equal parts of your composition mirror each other, like when two halves of your scene look the same and balance each other out. Symmetry is defined as something being clean, proportional and balanced. This often makes pictures appear neat, tidy and clinical. Horizontal symmetry Horizontal symmetry is when
Are you planning to go on a crocodile hunt? Chances are you may not be, but I recently did. Let me tell you — the Australian Salt Water Crocodile is a beautiful, eerie and highly dangerous creature. So if you’re going to photograph them or any dangerous wild animal, it’s
