Photography For Beginners

Lightroom is a great program for photographers of all skill levels. It offers a wide range of features and tools that can help you improve your photos. One such feature is the ability to create a film look in your images. This gives them a more classic, timeless feel that…

Whether you are an urban or landscape photographer, you know that to capture the most epic moment in your location you need to be prepared. This is where the Photographer’s Ephemeris comes in. Natural light, in fact, changes very rapidly, shadows move and Sun, Moon and stars alignment with elements…

Nature is one of the most popular subjects to photograph of all time. From Anna Atkin’s cyanotypes of plant life to Ansel Adams‘ black and white landscapes. Abstraction takes nature photography one step further, creating images that speak to the senses. Here are nine tips to help you make awesome…

If you’re looking to take your photography skills to the next level, consider a hot air balloon photoshoot. Here are 10 tips to help you get the most out of your shoot. 1. Arrive Early to Find the Best Hot Air Balloon Photoshoot Spot Whatever type of photography you practice,…

War photographers operate in active war zones to bring important images of the world’s happenings. Many of these photos are used to illustrate the news and give us an example of the suffering and devastation of war.  War photographers have become well known due to their ability to bring us…

Adding text to your photos is a great way to add personality and flair to your images. But it can also be a great way to communicate a message or story. There are a number of different ways to add text to your photos, but one of the easiest is…

DIY food photography backdrops are perfect for creating unique looks for your pictures. Not only do they elevate the quality of your work, but they’re also quite affordable or even free! So, how do you make a background for food photography? We’ll show you 12 DIY ways to expand your…

A DIY photo booth is a great idea when a photographer is an expensive option. These can work for all sorts of events, such as weddings, parties, graduations and huge family getaways. Making a DIY photo booth is simple. You need to think of a few things, but all you really…

It’s easy to straighten photos in Lightroom. This can be done by selecting the Crop tool in the Develop module and then dragging the corners of the photo until it is cropped to your liking. You can also use the Straighten tool to adjust any crooked photos. Straighten Photos in…

The displacement map in Photoshop is a great feature, but you need to know how to use it. In this article I will take you through seven steps on how to make a displacement map in Adobe Photoshop. Using Photoshop displacement maps can add a new dynamic to how text and graphics…

Direct flash is harsh and unflattering. And off-camera flash can be expensive and difficult to set up. But, there is a way to get some of the look of an off-camera flash without actually taking the flash off-camera: bounce flash. Instead of taking the flash off the top of the…

Fire photography is an exciting genre. You can take powerful photos of fire by itself or with people and environments. We’ll take you through examples and tips to take photos of fire safely and creatively. Besides photographing the beauty of fire, you can also use something as simple as a…