Christopher Bryan-Smith

Different lens types do different things, meaning certain types of lenses are better suited to different types of photography. Choosing the right camera is important, but choosing the right lens is just as crucial when taking pictures. Here at ExpertPhotography, we know how essential lenses are to photography. So, to…

Many documentary projects and images that photographers capture are controversial pictures. Either the subject is hard to look at, or the story it tells does not fit our ideas of society. Join us in our 20 most controversial images in the history of photography. Viewer discretion is advised. 25 Most…

Street fashion photography is a genre all its own. And the best street fashion photographers combine high-fashion and street photography, taking the top labels off the catwalk and onto the sidewalk.  This article is the No. 1 location for inspiration if you’re interested in street fashion photography. We look at…

Every photographer needs to know about aspect ratio for photo. It relates to the shape and dimensions of an image, so it’s important for composition, editing, displaying, and printing photographs.  There are several common aspect ratios in photography, so you need to find the best one to suit your work.…

A friend of mine was asking me advice on which lens she should buy the other day and my standard reply was ‘get a 50mm 1.8, unless you’re shooting on Nikon, in which you should get a 35mm as the angle will work better on your crop sensor’, to which she replied, ‘what’s a crop sensor?’ The lack of knowledge about the type of camera surprised me, but looking back, I remember when I didn’t know either. So this post is about setting it straight and helping you to make the right choice when it comes to buying a lens.

Equivalent focal length is something every photographer needs to know about. But while it might seem complicated at first, it’s actually quite simple once you understand the concept.  This article explains exactly what equivalent focal length is and why it’s important in photography. We look at how it relates to…

The best music photographers bring us closer to the stars we love. As music lovers, we want to be involved with the bands and artists as much as possible. Music photographers help to bridge the gap between the performers and the fans. These photographers capture the concerts we can’t attend.…

Micro Four Thirds is a mirrorless, interchangeable-lens camera system. It was introduced in 2008 by Panasonic and Olympus to rival the larger mirrorless and DSLR cameras of the other camera brands The Micro Four Thirds camera system gives photographers a smaller and more compact alternative DSLR and mirrorless cameras. In…

Here’s our list of the best Black Friday photography deals and Cyber Monday offers for photographers. Cyber week photography deals are up, with some lasting until December 5, 2025. You can still grab huge photography discounts on cameras, lenses, courses, and software. Bookmark this page and check back often, as…

Photo manipulation has been around as long as photography itself. But now, modern technology has totally changed the game. Many artists still use traditional techniques, but most of the artists in this article use software to make their incredible creations.  This article looks at the most amazing photo manipulation artists…

Experimenting with these awesome photography themes is a surefire way to get your creative juices flowing. Even professionals find themselves in a creative rut from time to time. And the best way to solve this problem is to try new things with your camera. By playing with these photography themes,…

Minimalist photography is captivating, bold, and creative. By following a less-is-more approach to composition, photographers can create distinct and dynamic images in the minimalist style.  Everyone can try their hand at minimalist photography. And there are many ways you can bring minimalism into your photography style.  That’s exactly what we’re…