Dylan Goldby and the Art of Adoption Photography

Dylan Goldby shoots large projects for major clients. He is a Nikon Ambassador and a staff writer for F-Stoppers. He has held the title of photo editor for Groove Magazine and is the go to shooter for a multitude of international publications. As if these resume showstoppers aren’t enough, the Australian is the co-founder of Flash Light Expeditions, an endeavor that teaches course participants the fundamentals of photography lighting.

Dylan Goldby and the Art of Adoption Photography

Yet, all of these superlatives are pale when placed next to the niche work he produces. As an adoption photography specialist, Goldby captures the moments that define generations to come. I sat with Dylan to learn first hand how his particular model of family photography makes such a tremendous impact on both the clients he serves and the world of photography.

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How to Grow As a Photographer

Ok, so if you’re like everyone else in the free world, you made some great resolutions this New Year. The three big ones are lose that extra weight, stop drinking so much, and become a better… person, dad, wife, or, if you’re reading this column, photographer.

How to Grow As a Photographer in 2016

Well, you and I both see that cookie in our hands, and Bunco and Monday night football probably took the teetotaling urge and tossed it out the window pretty quickly, so we’re left with becoming a better photographer, which you can still do, and it won’t make you need to run out and buy larger pants, either. Here’s what to do to grow as a photographer this year:

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How to Use Blender Pen to Turn Your Photos Into Art Objects

When you discover that you can easily transform your digital photos into some unique creative art with just the magic touch of a digital pen, it opens up a whole world of imaginative possibilities.

In this article you can find some handy tips on how to use a blender pen for the best results.

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8 Things to Do in Autumn When You’re a Photographer

Autumn is a great time for relaxing at home under warm blanket, with hot tea and a nice book to read or a movie to watch. But not for a photographer. If you still consider autumn not the best time for outdoor shooting… well, any kind of shooting and blame your seasonal low-spirits for it, let me change your mind.

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There are a lot of things any person can do during this colorful season. As for photographer, autumn can bring your creativity to the new level. Here is a short inspirational list of things to do in fall when you’re a photographer.

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What Michelangelo and Other Great Artists Said About Photography

The words of the wise men can be a great source of motivation in the moments of creative or any other kind of personal crisis.

While you probably got used to seeing quotes by renowned photographers in your Twitter or Facebook feed, have you ever wondered what great artists, such as Michelangelo, Salvador Dali, or Claude Monet could say about photography?

10 Quotes About Photography

Read on to find it out!

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Freelance Photography Tips from the Experts

We’ve all become a world obsessed with imagery, and this couldn’t be more obvious than the simple fact that the photo heavy social network Instagram currently has 300 million monthly active users.

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We all see ourselves as amateur photographers, but some of us want our love for a good picture to become far more than a pipe dream.

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Photo History Club: Pop Art Photography

I believe one could argue that the general population as a whole has historically had a messy, sometimes turbulent, relationship with art.

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As artists throughout time have sought to interpret their different realities and experiences as a human being, the end results we call “art” have, at times, ventured into increasingly esoteric realms. That is to say, difficult to understand or relate to.

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24 Frames Per Second: Finding Photographic Inspiration From Cinema

I don’t believe that, as a photographer, it didn’t occur to me for quite some time to look to movies for inspiration and lessons I could use in my own art.

But as I’ve grown as a consumer of movies and art, I’ve learned to look more closely at the choices filmmakers have selected in order to convey information to their audiences.

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The Art of Photojournalism: Tell a Story with Your Image

Many people don’t think of photojournalism as being an artistic pursuit. In many ways, it isn’t. Documentary photography is often utilitarian in nature; the photographer’s job is to tell a story plainly, honestly and efficiently.

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A person might argue that approaching this job with other intentions, such as producing great art, could potentially sully the images.

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Get Inspired: Try Adding a Little Occultish Mystery to Your Photography

It’s not unusual for photographers, both pro and amateur, to find themselves stuck in a creative rut. Nor is it uncommon for photographers to want to try something new. If you find yourself occupying your own rut, or if you’re just looking for some sort of new inspiration, consider trying some unconventional means.

I’m not suggesting you try invoking some ancient pagan deity to grant you mystical inspiration. But you can make some people wonder if you stumbled upon some strange circumstance and happened to have your camera with you.

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