Grey market cameras, equipment and other photography gear can be very attractive because it’s cheap. But shopping on the grey market is not always the best option. You may end up losing money on a bad purchase. Here’s what you need to know before buying cameras on the grey market.…

Exposing to the right (ETTR) is an exposure strategy that improves the quality of your final images. This technique can help you capture photos with less noise and as many details as possible in the shadows. You can do this without losing information in the highlights. But ETTR is controversial.…

“The decisive moment” is a term coined by Henri Cartier-Bresson, one of the most influential photographers of the 20th century. It refers to the moment when all the elements in a photograph come together perfectly to create a meaningful image. It’s not about luck or chance but about being in…

A storyboard provides the visual roadmap for a photo or video shoot. It ensures that everyone involved in the project understands the desired end result. Even if you’re shooting on your own, a storyboard can be a valuable tool to help you define your vision. Here are some tips on…

Ever wonder how to create a tilt-shift effect without buying special lenses? You can do that with freelensing! Our article shows you how it works and how to use it for your photography.   What Is Freelensing in Photography? Freelensing is a technique that involves detaching the lens from the…

Camera sensor size can help you predict image quality before a camera even comes out of the box. A camera’s sensor is the part of the camera that actually captures the image. It plays a big role in what the resulting image looks like. But what does camera sensor size…

Timing can make or break a photograph. Knowing when to push that shutter button is essential. But most cameras have another tool to help capture that perfectly-timed shot—burst mode. Burst mode changes your camera from a single-shot mode to a multi-shot sequence of images. This feature is often used to…

A white balance card is an important tool for photographers to have in their arsenal. It can be used to help achieve accurate colors in photos, regardless of the lighting conditions. In this article, we’ll show you how to use a grey white balance card for perfect color in your…

We look at life with two eyes, but our cameras record things through a single lens. This can make it difficult to represent a sense of scale in photography in an accurate way. Here are a few ideas to help you show a sense of scale in your photographs. How…

We all love a good story. A story is usually made up of relevant words, and sometimes pictures, crafted together. Photographs on their own also tell stories. Here’s how to use pictures to create better narrative photography. Why Is Narrative Photography Important Narrative photography appears everywhere from newspapers to magazines.…

When it comes to choosing between soft light and hard light photography, the decision can be a little daunting. But don’t worry, we’re here to help. In this post, we’ll explore the differences between hard and soft light, and show you how to choose the right type of light for…

You’ve probably heard of shallow vs deep depth of field. But do you know when to use one over the other? Our article gives you six great tips for using depth of field for creative effects, including bokeh. This is the beautiful blurry effect prime lenses are known for.  …