An Introduction to Backlight Photography
A good photographer is always eager to experiment in order to improve his craft. As such, since the learning process is never ending, photography is often seen as an evolving art form. Whether the focus…
A good photographer is always eager to experiment in order to improve his craft. As such, since the learning process is never ending, photography is often seen as an evolving art form. Whether the focus…
We all love a good macro image, but photographing the same standard flowers and bees every summer can get a bit repetitive. While flowers make excellent subjects, there are plenty of other photo opportunities just…
Canoeing and kayaking offer unique opportunities to capture great photographs – it will take you places you cannot go on foot. Balance issues and the movement of the water can make these shots tricky. But…
Still life photography showcases subject matter that’s not living. Things like a chair, a group of glasses, and even pictures of potted plants are all examples of this art form. Still life photography is probably…
As a photographer, having a professional online portfolio is crucial. In fact, your portfolio is the perfect opportunity to get your name out there, and attract clients. This is where Format comes in. Format makes…
Photowalks and photo exhibits are common activities photography professionals and enthusiasts regularly take part in. While a photowalk is usually a community (i.e. camera clubs), a photo exhibit can be an individual or group undertaking.…
Modern DSLRs come with a huge array of features in their menus. Some of them are obviously important, but there are lots of really useful things buried in there that you might overlook. In this…
Macro photography is a somewhat commonplace piece of photographic lingo and is usually well recognized even among less experienced photographers. The term "macro" itself literally means "large" even though most subjects in macro photography are…
Looking to take your photography to the next level? While improving photography is often about compositional techniques – and mastering camera settings, it’s a little-known fact that the purpose and inspiration behind the photo can…
Should you go and get a formal education if you want to be a serious or successful photographer? You’d be surprised by the number of photographers who struggle with this question. If they don’t all-out…
When it comes to landscape photography, there’s one thing that you discover quickly: often, a photo opportunity that looks amazing in person just doesn’t translate effectively into an image. Learning to compose decent landscape images…
Capturing images of brand new babies as they embark on their journey in life – fun and rewarding, right? Right. However, newborns aren't the easiest subjects to shoot. Babies dictate the session, and they are…