Some of today’s established professional photographers started out as assistants or apprentices. They received hands-on training and education by being the photographers’ right hand men. Many prefer to do things this way because the experiences…
Fall is a beautiful season for photography; the trees are awash in a dazzling array of vibrant colors, and striking, colorful leaves are everywhere. It’s also the time of year for soft shadows and beautiful…
The Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro (OS) HSM is a refreshingly unique lens in a market of “walk around” lenses. While some standard zoom lenses (not all) have apparently decided to opt for a 24-70mm…
According to a recent study by the Journal of Science Advances, over 80% of Earth’s populations now live under light-polluted skies. While advances in technology have brought convenience, scientists are only now starting to understand…
Photographers, graphic designers, illustrators, and artists the world over choose Apple for their creative endeavors. This is the case because Apple supports and offers software and hardware that is tailor-made for creatives. The Mac has…
The vast majority of photographers get into the business because they love the art and creativity that could be expressed through the images. However, they soon realize that unless they turn this interest into a…
Look at most pictures, and you’ll likely see a prop in the shot. In photography, props are pretty widely used to great effect. While all that’s well and good, the danger is that props, if…
Autumn is a beautiful season that’s loved by photographers everywhere. Or at least by those who happen to live in areas of the world where the changing leaves create spectacular photo opportunities! If you happen…
One of the most important purchases you’ll make as either a professional or amateur photographer is the gear that supports your picture-taking. With all the options in the marketplace, it can be intimidating, to say…
I’m a big believer that it’s the eye rather than the gear that creates good photographs. But still, we can’t deny the importance of gear as it lets you try different things and keeps you…
Like many facets of life, there are many photography lessons that I’ve learned over the years that I wish I’d known earlier! Let’s have a look at some of them, in the hope that it…
The idea of a “walk-around” lens is nothing new in the world of photography. The need for a lens that can cover an enormous range of focal lengths is both practical from a functional and…