Faking Rim Lighting in Adobe Photoshop – Video Tutorial
Rim lighting is a light source that usually comes in from the side or behind your subject and that is facing the camera – it is also often referred to as backlighting. Rim lighting is…
6 Tips To Help You Become an Excellent Photography Assistant
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…
7 Handy Tips for Capturing Great Autumn Bokeh
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…
In-Depth Review of the Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro (OS) HSM
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…
Share Your Story Of The Night Sky – Contest
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…
8 Amazing Photo Editing Tools for Apple Users
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…
How to Set the Right Price for Your Photography or Artwork
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…
Using Props in Photography for Amazing Results
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…
Tips for Beautiful Autumn Reflections
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…
What to Look for When Buying Camera Gear
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…
Jazz Up Your Photos With These Inexpensive Upgrades
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…
8 Photography Lessons I Wish I’d Learned Earlier
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…