Creating a website for your photography business used to mean hiring a designer and spending thousands of dollars. That’s no longer the case. Nowadays, many DIY website builders like Wix, Elementor, and Squarespace exist. Building your photography website is as easy as choosing a template and uploading your photographs. Some…

There is more to photography than just pointing and clicking. In order to create truly stunning images, you need to understand the power of camera angles in photography. Angles can make or break a photograph, and by using them effectively, you can take your photos from good to great. Camera…

Candid photography is all about capturing unguarded, spontaneous moments in a natural way. It can be one of the most challenging and rewarding types of photography to pursue. The best candid photographers have an innate understanding of people and how to capture them in their most natural state. They also…

Getting your exposure correct is the ideal way to shoot a photo. But sometimes, there are situations with uneven lighting where you must over or underexpose your image. Overexposed photos are brighter, while underexposed photos are darker. So, which is better—overexposed vs underexposed? The answer may surprise you.   Overexposed…

A color card for photography is an essential tool for any photographer who wants to ensure accurate color reproduction in their photos. They are simple to use and can help you achieve the perfect color balance in your images. In this article, we will explain what they are, how they…

Direct flash is harsh and unflattering. And off-camera flash can be expensive and difficult to set up. But, there is a way to get some of the look of an off-camera flash without actually taking the flash off-camera: bounce flash. Instead of taking the flash off the top of the…

Calculating hyperfocal distance is one way to ensure your photos are as sharp as possible. This may seem rather technical, and it is. But our article takes you through every step of using hyperfocal distance for sharper pictures. You’ll learn about how hyperfocal distance works. And your photos will always…

Flash photography can be tricky, but learning to use a flash can elevate your photography to new levels. Mastering flash gives you more control over lighting. You can illuminate dark scenes, create specific atmospheres, and apply different lighting effects to your images.  This article has everything you need to know…

Modern cameras have quite a few autofocus modes for you to choose from. But they’re only useful if you know what they are and what each of them do. When do you choose single focus over continuous focus or vice versa? If you don’t know what that means, this article is…

So you’ve bought your first DSLR camera. Are you eager to start taking DSLR photography but don’t know what to do with your camera? Or are you unsure what all those buttons and settings are for? Don’t worry—we’ve got your DSLR basics covered. Our article tells you all you need…

This is one of the most common composition techniques around and it’s that way for a reason; it works. Photos that are correctly composed using the rule of thirds create depth and interest in a photo, and add an interesting balance between subjects and background. Once you start playing around with this rule, you’ll start to see it more naturally and your photos will begin to improve.

No matter how much we love our camera gear, sometimes we must sell it. It might be that the new gear bug has finally bitten, and you’re ready to part with your old camera. Or you might have decided to ditch your beloved film camera and switch to digital. Perhaps…