Photographing a major event or milestone is exciting but, there’s a lot that can go wrong. With so many variables, there is much luck to be had when capturing a picture-perfect moment. Being in the right place at the right time, wedding decor missing, an unexpected storm, the list goes […]
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5 Ways to Capture Your Love Story
Any holiday full of flowers, love, and chocolate is one worth celebrating and with Valentine’s Day just around the corner, we are feeling the love here at the lab. What better way to show your sweetie you care than to document your precious love story. Not sure where to begin? […]
14 Black Photographers You Need to Follow Right Now
To celebrate Black History Month, we’ve compiled a list of 14 black photographers worth following on Instagram. From documenting haute couture to everyday street photography, these photographers will improve the quality of your Instagram feed. Devin Allen (@bydvnlln) Baltimore-born photographer Devin Allen catapulted into fame for his photo of the […]
8 Instagrammable Spots in Baltimore, Maryland
You know what they say about all work and no play, so we make travel a top priority. There’s nothing better than going to a new city and discovering its quirks, drool-inducing restaurants, or totally unique activities. (And then coming home to adorn your walls with photos!) Let’s start with […]
White Balance Tips from Tamara Lackey
Guest post from Tamara Lackey Photography: Why is white balance such a big deal when it comes to photographing portraits? Because it can say so much about who you are photographing or what you are wishing to convey. If you are photographing a portrait, for instance, and you unintentionally capture […]
11 Photo Techniques to Try in 2021
Need some ideas for your 2021 photography resolutions? Check out these 11 techniques, gadgets, and projects to try in the new year! 1. Refresh your skills with a class. No matter how long you’ve been a photographer, it’s always a good idea to brush up on your editing techniques or […]
My Favorite Photo Editing Time-Saving Tips
Whether you’re a pro or an amateur, it can be intimidating to face a large amount of unedited photos. With our busy schedules, it’s essential to have a process that will handle this task quickly and easily. Here are seven of my favorite tips for speeding up your editing workflow: […]
10 Beautiful Places to Photograph in the Winter
The days may be short and chilly but the views are breathtaking. Grab your camera and check out our 10 most beautiful places to photograph this winter! 1. Camden, Maine Light displays, skating, snow sports & more! Camden, Maine is a gorgeous winter destination. Camden Hill State Park is known […]
Nations Gives Back: School Makeover Project
Modeled after the spirit of the ABC Network’s “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” program, Built Upon a Dream partners with local companies donating time, money, and materials to makeover a space in need. This years project featured St. Elizabeth School a school that provides educational, therapeutic and vocational services for students with intellectual […]
Check Out our Fall Photo Contest Winners
We asked you to submit your best fall photos and with the help of NPL featured photographer Tamara Lackey, we are excited to show you the beautiful images selected as our winners! Thank you to everyone who entered our Fall Photo Contest, we were honored to look through the hundreds […]