Most of us know by now what to keep in our camera bags for an extended photoshoot – stuff like screen and lens cleaners/wipes, filters, extra batteries, etc. But there are also other, non-camera-related items that can come in extremely handy during a shoot, even save a shoot from being a disaster should disaster strike. […]

This just looks super cool – I’ll be keeping my eyes peeled for an old camera (or ask a few friends) to give this project a try. All you need is an old camera, charging cable, some glue and a drill! Instead of having your phone cable lying around you can make a piece of […]

There’s a lot of equipment associated with photography, and wrapping your head around them (as well as finding the $$ to afford them) can be a challenge. Which ones do you actually need? What do they really do? And when should you use them? Filters are one of the least expensive pieces of equipment, yet […]

Wow, it’s hot! While getting out to the beach, park, or water park may help to beat the heat, it probably isn’t helping you much with your photography. Working with midday sun can be pretty frustrating sometimes, but luckily there are some solutions. Finding shade is certainly one of them, but so is learning how […]

When you first pick up a new hobby it can be like embarking on a new relationship, everything is exciting and you can’t wait to explore. But like relationships a hobby sometimes becomes second nature, you don’t quite have the enthusiasm you once did. If you feel this way about photography, then perhaps it’s time […]

There’s nothing more frustrating than having a great photo shoot, only to come home, upload your images and find out that they are not as sharp as you thought they were. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do on site and in post-processing to ensure that your images come out as sharp as […]

Baseball games are to summer what snowballs are to winter; they are just something that comes along with the season. Photographing sports, particularly those with fast-moving objects, is a pretty big challenge but a fun one at that. So the next time you’re planning on taking in a few innings, whether pro or little league, […]

Having a good camera bag (or bags) can make all the difference when it’s time to take your camera on the road; whether it’s just down the street to the park, on a weekend trip to a cabin or the beach, or an overseas vacation. Picking the perfect camera bag isn’t easy, for most photographers […]

Adding a splash of colour to your photography can make all the difference in turning a bland portrait into a fantastic image. However, many people put off using colour actively in photography, instead working with what’s there. You can make photos that really “pop” – simply by thinking about how colours can work together. Fourtunately, […]

There’s nothing more frustrating than being unable to get your images to come out “right” – sometimes they may be too dark, too light, or just not white enough. Whether you are dealing with a straight-forward portrait shot or a tricky one (like a backlit portrait), finding the solutions to common exposure issues can save […]