Photographers capture a spectacular view of the world. But photo manipulation artists create their own. Mixing photography and Photoshop creates inspiring, thought-provoking images of the…
By Hillary Grigonis
Shape is an important element of photography composition. It can be used to create balance and symmetry in your photos or to lead the viewer’s…
By Hillary Grigonis
Patterns are everywhere. Learning to spot them is like a photographic superpower. Once you have mastered the ability to identify pattern in photography, you will…
By Hillary Grigonis
A wedding photographer handles one of the most important and emotional life events. But what happens if something goes wrong? A photography contract should protect…
By Hillary Grigonis
A telephoto lens makes far-away objects appear closer to the camera. But don’t think shooting subjects from afar is the only time you can use…
By Hillary Grigonis
Capturing the innocence and beauty of a newborn baby is one of the most rewarding things a photographer can do. And with a little bit…
By Hillary Grigonis
Photography umbrellas are one of the simplest kinds of light modifiers to use. They are perfect for beginners as they are inexpensive, portable, and efficient.…
By Hillary Grigonis
A wedding portrait is a young couple’s first image as a new family. It’s a memory that lasts a lifetime. Wedding poses can make or…
By Hillary Grigonis
Firework photography isn’t easy to master, and it often results in blurry shots and inaccurate exposures. So how do photographers snap those amazing fireworks photographs…
By Hillary Grigonis
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…
By Hillary Grigonis
Motion blur often frustrates new photographers who want to take sharp images. But understanding what causes it can also allow you to control and use…
By Hillary Grigonis
Light can make or break a portrait. But the good news is that you don’t need to buy a lot of fancy and expensive lighting…
By Hillary Grigonis