Category: Photography Tips & Tricks

Ah, amore. That’s what Valentine’s Day is all about, at least nominally. So whether you believe in love, don’t or just think it’s something that Hallmark made up to sell more cards, one thing can’t be denied. The occasion makes for a brilliant photography opportunity. It’s true!

Valentine’s Day allows for all sorts of unique and interesting photography because there’s so much that can reasonably fit into the “Valentine’s Day” category. Obviously, you’ll have pictures of people and even parts of the body (think holding hands, etc.), but there are also other opportunities such as special photo editing in post-processing and more.

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Destination wedding photography is hard work but certainly has its rewards. If you can adapt quickly, can thrive on the new and different challenges, and are naturally resourceful this niche may be for you.

There are some additional considerations if you are thinking about becoming a destination wedding photographer. It typically requires more planning and expertise. Because the location is often far from the couple’s home, there can be lots of surprises and not always the good kind. As the photographer, it is important to be reliable and also able to roll with the punches.

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Have you ever seen those photographers whose portfolios have so so many amazing portraits? You look at all of their pictures, wondering how they do their magic. They must have “great subjects” or work with people that aren’t camera-shy like your friend.

The truth is that great portraits aren’t about the models or how photogenic or “picture-perfect” they are, but more about how the photographer directs the model.

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Architectural photography is for people who have an eye for buildings and structures. It’s the art of taking pictures of buildings as well as structures that are aesthetically welcoming and trustworthy representations of their subjects. Many of the best photographers who specialize in this discipline are normally well-trained in the use of both sophisticated equipment and methods.

Architectural photography is essentially a verification of how society values the cultural and aesthetic significance of fine buildings and structures. By the 1860s, this discipline had already become a well-established niche in photography.

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Getting married but unsure of what kind of wedding photography you want? Flicking through various online galleries, websites, and blogs for inspiration? Never dealt with a professional photographer and not sure of what questions to ask?

We profile the top ten wedding shots every Bride should have. From the wedding morning excitement, to when you finally say ‘I do’. We look at the ‘Beautiful Bridesmaids’ on tour to the key ‘Fun with the Bridal Party’ natural ‘off the cuff’ shot. The list includes the up close and personal Bridal shot capturing the Bride at her most beautiful and of course, the ‘Big Kiss’ photo, who could forget that one?

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There are some photographers who like to click images and convert them into black-and-white photos in the post-production phase. There’s nothing wrong with this procedure; it’s just that it is time consuming. So, instead of converting the photos into black and white later, wouldn’t it be better to shoot photos in black and white in the first place?

In today’s digital world, most people prefer full color photographs while black-and-white photography is considered a thing of the past. However, there are many photographers who opt for monochromatic images.

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What is your next step in photography? If you feel you are retaking the same picture over and over, a good idea is to take a break and look the other way. In photography, this is easy: We can change memory cards, try a different lens and shoot something new!

Most importantly, cover your basics. Go over all the controls in your DSLR and your understandings of light . Get super-familiar with the terms aperture, shutter speed and ISO. Don’t know where to start? Take the types of pictures that are on this list!

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Your photography portfolio should be a collection of your work that will encompass your entire career, or it can focus on a single theme or medium.
Most photographers who have been at it a while tend to have multiple portfolios that cover a myriad of compositions, mediums and client need aspects. Many of the best will have tens of portfolios, so that they can call up the one that best fits the need and send it right away.

While nearly all photographers will have a large portfolio, the smaller ones that fit into tighter and more applicable niches are based upon one commonality and that is.

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Back in the Middle Ages, you could have your ears or hands cut off as a punishment for theft.

Though in today’s civilized society, lots of things have changed, and we no longer deprive people of the parts of their body. Instead, we, in the worst case, put them to jail, with their ears safe!

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When you own a digital camera, you’ve got to treat it right, almost as if it were your very own baby. Wait…just a second there! It IS your very own baby, so you had better hold it gently and carefully. If that’s not convincing enough for you, then maybe a practical reason will affect you better: To avoid buying a new and potentially expensive camera every now and again, learning how to hold it right is the key.

Further, learning how to hold your digital camera in the right way is also integral to snapping perfect shots each and every time. It’s almost like proper form at the gym during a workout. Do something right fundamentally, and you’ll get more effective results with whatever goal you’re gunning for.

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