Photography For Beginners

A camera focus test is a way to determine if there is an issue with your camera’s autofocus. This can be helpful in troubleshooting problems you may be having with getting your photos in focus. There are a few different ways to do a camera focus test, and we’ll show…

If you want to take the perfect photos of your new kitten, look no further! Here are nine tips to help you capture the cutest shots possible at your next kitten photoshoot.   The Challenges of a Kitten Photoshoot Cats are elegant and confident, yet at the same time, they…

In a perfect world, all camera lenses are perfect. They would allow for 100% of all light passing through it to reach the sensor, without any imperfections or loss in resolution. But this is not the case. All-glass elements present limitations. Read on to find out what an MTF chart…

Is Lensball the best crystal ball for your photography? In this article, you’ll learn all about Lensball and a few of the best alternatives. Crystal ball photography is a great way to get more creative with your photos. But what are the best options? And where do you get them?…

Cameras are deceptively simple on the surface. Pick up your DSLR, look through the viewfinder, lock focus, and shoot. Of course, there’s a lot more going on behind this, including a process called “phase detection autofocus.” This phrase is often thrown around in the DSLR and mirrorless world. But what…

As a photographer, finding a good photo editing software is vital. The software that you use determines your workflow. If photography is your business, your workflow can impact your profit margins. While Adobe leads the way with Lightroom and Photoshop, there are some good alternatives. RawTherapee is not only an…

Every digital photo has data about it included in the image file. This is what we call EXIF data. This information can show you the camera settings you used to take a specific photo. Knowing how to find it can help you see how these settings influenced the picture and…

When it comes to photography, there are a lot of different choices to make. One of the most important is deciding what type of camera to use. There are two main types: full frame vs micro 4/3. So which one is the best choice for you? Let’s take a look…

Want to add some engagement photo poses to your session? We share 30 different poses to try at your next engagement session. Add a little more variety to the poses you already use! The Importance of Engagement Photo Poses Let’s dive into why it’s important to photograph engagement portraits. Engagement…

A macro lens is perfect for shooting up close. But most lenses don’t let you focus close enough to achieve a life-sized 1:1 magnification, also known as “true macro.” But how can you achieve true macro without buying a dedicated macro lens? Extension tubes can effectively turn the lens you…

Equivalence is one of the most important concepts in photography. But what is equivalence? It’s the principle that says a photograph can be created by any combination of focal length, aperture, and shutter speed as long as the exposure is equivalent. In other words, you can use any combination of…

You can use Photoshop to straighten lines or change perspective. But you can distort photos in Photoshop, too! It’s even possible to use this technique to reposition an arm or a leg, for example. In this article, I will show you some basic and advanced techniques to distort images. Tools…