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 […]
July 10, 2013
By now you (hopefully) have a good handle on the rule of thirds, if not read this post first. There are many more advanced ways of creating dynamic images, one method is described here by Andrew Gibson at Digital Photography School. Not all images you create will “fit” into the rule of thirds model, so […]
June 26, 2013
The beach is really a great place for photos; lots of light, something fun to distract the kids, and great backgrounds. That’s not to say that taking great beach photos is a walk in the park… just that it at least gives you all the components for great photos, all you need to do is […]
June 15, 2013
It’s a tough call making the leap from recording .jpg images only to recording .raw files as well. Jpg files are much smaller and they are “done” – there’s no extra steps needed to share or print the files (unless you want to make the edits. However, .raw files do give you a major advantage […]
June 14, 2013
If portrait photography is your passion, but you just don’t know where to start with improving your skills, perhaps it’s time for a course? Courses range in length, quality, and of course, price, so you can start with the freebies and work your way up. Check out this free 5-week portrait photography course from Zach […]
June 12, 2013
Do you think that maybe you’re ready to “go pro” with your newborn photography? Are people willing to pay you to take photos? Then perhaps it’s time to take the leap, or at the very least, start offering newborn sessions to anyone you know having a baby. In the meantime, check out this great post […]
June 8, 2013
Taking good photos is one thing – looking good in them is another. If you’re having trouble with how you or others look in your photos you may want to check out this post from PetaPixel for some great tips. With just a few changes you can make your kids look fantastic, and yourself as […]
June 5, 2013
Babies are cute, aren’t they? Whether your own or a friend’s, taking great pictures of babies gives you lasting memories. But since they grow up so fast, you want to have a few tips in mind, so you don’t waste time trying to get it “right.” With that in mind, ParentMap has put together a […]
May 29, 2013
Working with natural light can be a challenge at times, but having a reflector on hand can be a lifesaver, whether you need more light on a dreary day, or simply want to balance out light on a day with strong sunlight. Affordable, portable, and easy to use, consider adding a reflector if you’ve had […]
May 27, 2013
Today’s helpful link comes from Tiffany Mueller over at Light Stalking, who has put together a short list of simple techniques you can use to make your images more compelling. While this are straightforward tips, many people overlook just how much impact they can have when they are consistently used in photography. Check out the […]
May 25, 2013
