Photography For Beginners

Balance is at the base of every composition; it determines whether the photo is pleasing and harmonious to look at, or rather uncomfortable and unresolved. If you look at balance in a literal sense, a very basic analogy comes to mind which is that or the weighing scales. If you divide the photo in half with a fulcrum in the middle, you can place objects in different parts of the scene to make the photo appear balanced or unbalanced.

Low key photography is when you take a photo of a subject, and everything (or almost everything) except the subject in black. This can be achieved fairly easily and in brightly lit situations; it’s just all about having the right settings on your camera. It’s a cool technique which is useful for focusing the viewers attention onto a certain part of the photo, which is usually the subject. Here’s how it’s done.

A CPL filter is a landscape photographer’s best friend. Our article covers everything you need to know about circular polarizing filters, from what they are to how to use them for the best results.   What Is a CPL Filter? A CPL filter is one kind of optical camera filter…

Christmas is a time for family, friends, and fun. It’s also a great time for taking pictures. If you’re looking for some cool Christmas picture ideas, you’ve come to the right place. We’ll show you how to take pictures that will help you capture the spirit of the season. We’ll…

There are so many different areas in modern photography it can be overwhelming. Moreover, there is black and white  vs color photography. The two techniques are quite different, both in shooting and end result.  So how do you pick one? This article will help you choose a style that works best for your needs.…

Lighting a subject can be frustrating for some photographers. Most of us don’t own a studio. And renting one with all the proper lighting equipment can be expensive. But when it comes to lighting, the ring flash opens up lots of shooting opportunities. It’s cost-effective, distinctive, and versatile. It’s a…

Knowing how to use the Clone Stamp tool in Photoshop is essential when editing photos. It lets you remove objects and imperfections by duplicating pixels. The difference between the Clone Stamp tool and other Photoshop tools is that you have full control while cloning. Read on to learn everything you…

There was a time when stock photographers made a lot of money from licensing their images online. So much so that many had stock photography business careers, shooting for stock agencies alone. Do you have a lot of images gathering dust on your hard drive? Perhaps you have some “practice”…

Flash photography can be tricky, but learning to use a flash can elevate your photography to new levels. Mastering flash gives you more control over lighting. You can illuminate dark scenes, create specific atmospheres, and apply different lighting effects to your images.  This article has everything you need to know…

Prom pictures are full of emotion for the teen and their parents. So here are ten prom picture ideas to help you capture some great prom photos and make both teens and parents happy. Prom is one of those events that you document in a young person’s life. It’s right…

If you’re looking to add a little more excitement to your photography, then you should consider trying out some creative smoke bomb photography. This type of photography can produce some amazing results, and it’s a lot of fun too! Here are a few tips to help you get started. Creative…

StarStax is user friendly, free and multiplatform software you can use to make your star trail photography easier. Created by Markus Enzweiler, you can download Starstax here. It’s available for free for Mac OS X, Windows and Linux. Why Use StarStax? You can create star trails in Photoshop, too. Or maybe you…