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Many photographers see the likes of Steve McCurry and Sebastião Salgado and want the same lifestyle as a travel photographer. It is an attractive position. It means you get to travel and capture art at the same time. This is one photography genre that looks easy, yet you can find many obstacles. Read below for the best tips […] Read More

Taking close up portraits of people in an intimate setting can get awkward if you don’t know how to approach the genre. We’ve put together this list of close-up portrait photography tips to make your life easier. You can make your models feel comfortable and take amazing photos at the same time. In close-up photography, […] Read More

So you’re here because you have no idea what a polarizing filter is. Or you have one, but have no idea how to use it, and what for.You’re in the right place. We won’t only tell you what a polarizing filter does, but how to use it to get the best from your photographs. Why You […] Read More

Silhouette photography has a dramatic and mysterious atmosphere. You might have wondered, how other photographers take breathtaking silhouette photos. In this article, I’ll let you in on the secret tips to creating spectacular silhouette photography. Once you understand the basic techniques, challenging lighting conditions become photographic opportunities. What Is Silhouette Photography? A silhouette is created by a […] Read More

Outdoor photography isn’t all picturesque mountains and dreamy lakes. Most of the world we wander is cities, and they’ve got their own natural beauty too. Here’s how to make the best of ’em. 1. Elevate yourself Got a helicopter? You’re in luck! But if you don’t, that’s great too. There’s probably a tall building or two in […] Read More

You’ve just unboxed your brand-spanking fresh DSLR, and all you want to do is start playing with the new toy. You can’t wait to take your shooting skills to the next level. But here’s a small piece of advice: Glance through these 25 super important tips first. They’ll radically improve your Nikon camera experience — […] Read More

Getting hired to shoot a wedding means your clients are trusting you to capture one of the most important days of their lives (no pressure or anything). When I was starting out as a wedding photographer, I was freaked out about not having everything I needed on hand. What if I had an equipment meltdown? What if the light was […] Read More

For a long time, I felt nervous whenever I got client inquiries about newborn or baby photography . But after gaining some experience over the years, I realized there’s no need to be intimidated. Creative baby photography doesn’t require specific props, lights or instructions. It requires heart, soul, patience, time and — most of all — imagination. Before shoots, I […] Read More

If you’re serious about photography, you already know there’s way more to it than pointing and shooting your subject. And the first step to leveling up your game is getting out of automatic mode. It’s time to go manual! You might be avoiding making the switch because shooting in manual mode seems overwhelming at first. […] Read More

Portrait photography is one of the most popular types of photography. Portraits are something that, when done right, will last a lifetime and no matter when they were shot will always make you say wow. Amazing portraits have something unique about them that make viewers do a double take. Shooting a portrait is not difficult […] Read More