Guest post from Tamara Lackey of Tamara Lackey Photography: Photographing casual portraits is often one of the most enjoyable ways to shoot. There is not a lot of pressure to produce specific work for a client or any pressing deadlines. It’s just a matter of enjoying the act of photography […]
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A Beginner’s Guide to Sharper Photos
One of the most important elements in a strong image is sharp focus. It is rare that an out of focus picture will hold the viewer’s attention for very long. Achieving sharp images can be tricky for any photographer, particularly beginners because there are so many elements and situations that […]
A Beginner’s Guide to DSLR Cameras
Got a DSLR but overwhelmed by all of the features? Mei Horiuchi from reviews.com is here to explain some of the basics that will have you shooting like a pro in no time. Not sure what DSLR you should buy? This guide outlines some important features to consider when shopping […]
The 8 Biggest Photography Fails (and How to Fix Them)
If there’s one thing photographers of all experience levels agree upon, photography can be tough sometimes. Luckily, the most common photo fails are getting easier to fix as technology improves. Here are 8 of the most common issues with digital images and the easy changes you can make to fix each […]
Quick Photo Fix: Shooting in Bright Sun | Part 2
Give these easy tricks a try during your next beach trip, barbecue, or baseball game! Tip #1: Choose a sidewalk over a grassy spot when shooting portraits. If your photo looks like this… …it could be because your subject is surrounded by green! Here’s our Graphic Designer Melissa enjoying the sunshine while standing […]
How to Master High Dynamic Range Photography
Guest post from David Blecman of Positive Negatives: Many of you might be familiar with the term HDR Photography, or more specifically, High Dynamic Range Photography. So just what is it, exactly, and how can you pull it off successfully? Most digital cameras can capture a range of light […]
5 Easy Tips for At-Home Food Photography
The days are getting shorter, the nights are getting longer, the temperature’s starting to cool off, and hints of fall are everywhere. This month’s DIY project is perfect for the changing of the seasons. To celebrate the perfect weather, we decided to create our own delicious treats for a fabulous […]
Quick Photo Fix: How to Take Better Photos in Bright Sunlight
As photographers, we’d all love to have the luxury of shooting in great light all the time. You know, that wonderful, golden light at sunrise or sunset, or even that soft, dreamy light on a cloudy day. The reality is that we’re often forced to shoot when conditions are less […]