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This is the perfect post for all you aspiring portrait and fashion photographers, because there’s one thing you can’t do without, and that’s models. Wannabe models are everywhere these days, you’ve just got to find them, and convince them to pose for you. Here’s what I recommend…
By Joshua Dunlop

Wedding photographers have a few wide-spread fears, like missing the kiss or tripping mid-ceremony. Last week, I had a nightmare that I had to shoot a wedding with my iPhone. But many wedding photographers often have one fear that has nothing to do with photography. It’s about turning a passion…
By Hillary Grigonis

Today, we’re looking at famous wildlife photographers to give you an idea of some of the best wildlife photographs. These photographers spend hours and days looking for one image, a true show of dedication to the craft. To be the best photographer possible, we need to understand photos. And to…
By David Shaw Shaw

Separate skin texture from color in Photoshop. Build the layers with the correct 8-bit or 16-bit settings, then make local repairs while preserving natural detail.
By Jenn Mishra

You may be wondering, “How can I make a watermark for free?” Today, we guide you through making a watermark design in Canva for free. We also show you three easy ways to make a watermark or add one to a photo using Adobe Photoshop or Lightroom. Use a watermark…
By Kevin Landwer-Johan

What is the difference between macro and micro in close-up photography? Is there one? Or are they all the same? The answer is that they’re similar, but they also have their differences. In our article, you’ll learn the differences between these three types of photography. And we’ll also show you…
By David Baxter

The term intervalometer sure sounds intimidating for a beginner. But an intervalometer is an essential tool in long exposure and time-lapse photography. The good news is that it’s quite easy to use and we’ll show you how. What Is an Intervalometer? Intervalometers are a particular type of timer. They trigger…
By Chad Verzosa

Car photography can be fun, exciting, and very rewarding. Whether you’re ready to get down and dirty with off-road car pictures or up for snapping editorial shots of a luxury car, we’ll show you how to capture that vehicle’s personality. Here is our guide to getting the most out of…
By Anabel Dflux

TTL flash photography is daunting for beginners. But the list of technical specifications on each flash can feel even more intimidating. For instance, what are TTL and Manual, anyways? Let’s find out what these two flash modes are and how you can use them with this quick beginner’s guide. What…
By Hillary Grigonis

Do you often find yourself capturing silhouettes accidentally? Scenes with high contrast can often confuse your camera. Consequently, you end up with badly exposed images. Thankfully you can change your camera’s metering mode to spot metering to avoid this issue. But what is spot metering exactly? And how do you…
By Expert Photography

Maternity photography is a great way to capture a fleeting yet important moment in a new mother’s life. Here are 10 maternity photography tips and ideas to use in your next photoshoot. 10. Tips for Nailing Maternity Photography: Go High Key or Low Key Photographing subjects in high key lighting…
By Jackie Lamas

Have you ever tried taking a photo of someone and ended up with a silhouette, instead? Then it’s time for you to learn about using a fill light. As the name implies, it fills the dark areas with light, so you end up with a correctly exposed image. Want to…
By Kevin Landwer-Johan