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8 Best Figure Skating Photography Tips (Ice Skating Photos)
Figure skating photography captures the elegance and artistry of figure skating. It requires a keen eye and the right techniques. With the right approach, you can create stunning images that showcase the beauty of this graceful sport. 8 Figure Skating Photography Tips If you want to improve your figure…
By Taya Ivanova Photography

Graduation Photography (How to Take Graduation Photos)
Graduation is an important time. And graduation photography makes sure it’s documented as beautifully as possible. To take great graduation pictures, you need to be aware of a few lighting, camera, and communication tricks. So read on to find out exactly what they are. Use a High-Quality Camera for High-Quality…
By Taya Ivanova Photography

How to Use a Ring Light for Photography Lighting
Ring lights are a popular type of photography lighting that can be used to create beautiful, soft light. They are perfect for portraits, as they add a natural-looking glow to the subject’s skin. Here’s how to use a ring light for photography. What is a Ring Light for Photography? A…
By Natalia Robert Photography

How to Use a Catchlight in Photography for Perfect Portraits
A catchlight is one of the most important elements of a good portrait. It’s the little sparkle in your subject’s eyes that makes them look alive and vibrant. Without it, your portraits will look dull and lifeless. Here’s how you use a catchlight in photography. Catchlight in Photography: What is…
By Chad Verzosa Photography

How to Shoot Music Festival Photography (Capture Musicians)
Music festivals are a lot of fun. And an excellent opportunity for music photographers to get some great shots! Not sure where to start? Here is a beginner’s guide to music festival photography. Festival Photography: The Media Pass What Is a Media Pass? This is the first step to photographing…
By Megan Kennedy Photography

8 Essential Tips for Building a Portable Photo Studio
Photography is such a great medium. It really can give you the flexibility to do many different types of photography pretty much from anywhere in the world. This is why it’s also great to have a portable photo studio set up. Just in case your clients are looking for studio…
By Jackie Lamas Photography

How to Smile for Pictures (21 Tips for Getting People to Smile)
Smiling for pictures is one of the most important things you can do to make your photos look great. But it’s not always easy to do—especially if you’re not used to it. Here are a few tips to help you smile for pictures. 21. Smile For Pictures: Get to Know…
By Taya Ivanova Photography
8 Best Photo Retouch Apps in 2026
Do you want to get into portrait photography without all the expensive (and heavy) equipment? Get a photo retouch app! These days, you can take great portrait photos on your smartphone. But, even with a powerful smartphone, you may still need some digital assistance. That is why today, we’re looking…
By Joris Hermans

How to Shoot Moody Dark Portrait Photography
Moody dark portrait photography is all about intense emotions. You can use this genre to take thought-provoking and touching photos of people. Dark portraits aren’t always melancholic and are very easy to make. What Defines Moody and Dark Portraits? Moody portrait photography doesn’t have to be gloomy or upsetting in…
By Taya Ivanova Photography

How to Use a Softbox for Perfect Photography Lighting
Learning to use a softbox for photography can improve the lighting in your pictures. They’re useful when the available light is low. And are great for filling in shadows when the light is harsh. Softboxes are most useful for subjects where you have some control over them and the situation.…
By Kevin Landwer-Johan Photography

How to Create a Fashion Lookbook for Your Photography
Shooting a fashion lookbook is a really fun way to get into the fashion photography business. But what if you don’t have a lot of money to pull off your first shoot? Read on, because we have a few lookbook fashion photography tips to help you if you’re on a…
By Chad Verzosa Photography

How to Take Authentic Lifestyle Portraits (Photography Tips)
The opportunity to take lifestyle portraits exists everywhere. But it’s not always easy to take authentic ones. To take genuine photos of people, you have to get to know them. And you have to familiarise yourself with a few technical settings. Here’s how to take authentic lifestyle portraits. What Are…
By Taya Ivanova Photography