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Urban portraits are different from street photography or simple portraiture. There’s more staging involved, but it’s done in a dynamic urban environment. Interested? Here’s how to take the perfect urban portrait! Essential Gear for an Urban Photoshoot The equipment you’ll use for an urban photoshoot will affect your images. These…
By Simon Bond

A hand painted photography backdrop can add an extra layer of interest and intrigue to your photos. Not only are they a beautiful addition to any photo, but they can also be a great way to show off your personality and style. Plus, they’re really easy to make! In this…
By Dina Belenko Photography

Snow portraits are difficult to take because of harsh weather conditions and other factors. These are usually things you don’t even think about in the warmer months. To make your winter portrait photography shoot a success, you should be aware of a few technical and creative tips. Once you’re prepared,…
By Taya Ivanova Photography

Light modifiers alter or control the light. Some of them soften the light for more flattering shadows, others create hard light for drama. Others allow photographers to have more creative control over the light by changing the color or even shape. It’s easy to spend thousands on lighting modifiers if…
By Hillary Grigonis Photography

It takes practice to create a picture-worthy cake. Don’t let your cakes get less attention than they deserve! But how can you avoid taking cake pictures that are badly exposed or poorly styled? Here are eight tips to help you take gorgeous cake photography. 8. Cake Photography: Use Natural Light…
By Darina Kopcok Photography

Do you want to add an extra dimension to your photos? In Photoshop, you can drag and drop an overlay onto your image. This will instantly take your photos to the next level. In this article, I’ll show you how to start with Photoshop Overlays. What Are Photoshop Overlays? An…
By Joris Hermans

When it comes to headshots, the background is almost as important as the subject. After all, the background can help set the tone and mood for the shot. It can also be used to create visual interest and to draw attention to the subject. So how do you choose the…
By Natalia Robert Photography

Triptychs appeared in the middle of the 18th century. At the time, they were paintings split into three sections. Today, triptych photography is a popular technique. It can help you tell a story and improve your photography skills with three photos. 12. Experimenting With Triptych Photography to Avoid Boring Compositions Diptychs…
By Taya Ivanova Photography

Lifestyle product photography shows real-life scenarios where people can use a product. It’s intended to be more realistic and interactive than traditional advertising. Seeing the product in context creates more convincing imagery than seeing it against a white background. The goal is for consumers to feel like they are living…
By Chad Verzosa Photography

If you’re looking for some inspiration for your travel photography, look no further than Japan. This beautiful country is home to stunning landscapes, interesting architecture, and fascinating culture. Here are 20 of the best Japan photography pictures to get you inspired. 20. Japan Photography: Improve Your Nighttime Photography Skills in…
By Taya Ivanova Photography

We look at life with two eyes, but our cameras record things through a single lens. This can make it difficult to represent a sense of scale in photography in an accurate way. Here are a few ideas to help you show a sense of scale in your photographs. How…
By Kevin Landwer-Johan Photography

The focal length you use will heavily influence the final look of your image. That’s why it’s important to know when to use a wide angle vs telephoto lens. In this article we’ll go through all you need to know about choosing between a short focal length vs a long…
By Andrea Minoia Photography