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Light creates a mood in an image. But with dramatic lighting, photography jumps off the page. Dramatic lighting makes the image stand out by creating contrast, interest, and mood. It will also help you shoot attention-grabbing photography. Here’s our list of dramatic lighting tips you can start using today! Creating…
By Hillary Grigonis Photography

The Zhiyun Smooth XS is a versatile smartphone gimbal. It helps vloggers and budding filmmakers record smooth-looking videos. We reviewed the previous model, the Zhiyun’s Smooth X. And We were impressed by its features and affordable price. Now, the company has released yet another winner. Read on to find out…
By Chad Verzosa Photography

Our article shows you what 360 product photography is and how to shoot images with this technique. It involves taking a series of product images from all angles to create a 360-degree view. And this lets viewers rotate and examine the product from every angle on a website. This is…
By Chad Verzosa Photography

Where you place the subject in your photos has a huge effect on your final composition. There are no set rules for subject placement in photography. You have to freedom to place your subject wherever you want. But there are a few conceptual ideas that can help you find more…
By Christopher Bryan-Smith

Do you ever wonder why your images look a bit different when you print them? Then it’s time to learn about RGB vs CMYK. You can use them to get accurate tones when you switch from your computer screen to paper. So let’s see the differences between these two color…
By Chad Verzosa Photography

When you start to use artificial lighting, you’ll need to decide between using a softbox vs umbrella lighting. So which one is better? And which one should you use? Let’s do some umbrella vs softbox comparisons and see which one wins. Comparing Softbox Vs Umbrella: What Are They Used For?…
By Chad Verzosa Photography

Knowing how to fix overexposed photos can be a lifesaver. Just imagine after a long day of shooting, you get home and upload your images to your desktop. Then you find out that most of them are overexposed. Before you think you wasted your time, it’s worth considering what you…
By Tamara Kedves

If you’re looking to take your real estate photography skills to the next level, HDR might be just what you need. This advanced shooting technique can add incredible depth and detail to your photos, making them look more realistic than ever before. In this article, we’ll teach you how to…
By Natalia Robert Photography

Product photography composition is about emphasising your subject to draw the viewer’s eyes towards it. There are certain rules you can follow to improve your composition. You can even combine a few rules to create a spectacular product photo. 1. Product Photography Composition: Utilizing Front and Central Placement to Highlight…
By Dora Jokkel

A vanishing point in photography is a point in an image where all the parallel lines seem to meet. This can be used for great effect in photography, creating a feeling of depth and space. Here are three tips on how to use a vanishing point for better composition in…
By Dora Jokkel

If you’re interested in adding shadows and patterns of light to your images, then you need to get a gobo. Haven’t heard that term before? We’ll explain to you what a gobo is and how to use it. What Is a Gobo and What Does It Do? A gobo is…
By Chad Verzosa Photography

The golden ratio composition is a mathematical rule that creates aesthetically pleasing images. The rule of thirds is a simpler guideline that also produces good results. Our article compares and contrasts these two compositional methods. Because the golden ratio grid is like the rule of thirds, we’ll use the more…
By ExpertPhotography Photography