PHOTOGRAPHIC CHOICES
There are many elements from which to choose when taking a photograph: format, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, band of focus and more…. As photographers, we’re always making choices. Some of [read more]
Tips & Tutorials
Tips on Photographing Parades
© 2011 Jim Austin. All Rights Reserved. Americans on Parade, A digital book that shares the joy of seven unique parades across the USA. For this month’s Light Voyages column, [read more]
Photo Tips to Make It Great
One of my greatest pleasures as a photo instructor is reviewing a student’s work. It is exciting to see what they see and learn how they solve their photographic problems. [read more]
Learning to “See” with Our Other Senses
Copyright © Catherine Pinder Learning to see photographically is very important. But, our eyes tend to dominate our other senses and that takes away from our photography. Let me explain… [read more]
Learning Photography Never Ends: Hot Air Balloon Glows & Backgrounds
Copyright © Andy Long Colors, patterns, and brightness are accentuated in a tight grouping. Photographers wanted. Those not wanting to learn need not apply. Photography is a hobby/profession that demands [read more]
Fashion: Props, Backgrounds, Shooting on Location
Copyright © Lindsay Adler This silhouette was created after finding a prop in a local arts and crafts shop. This netting was covered in white sequins and white glitter and [read more]
Portraits: 7 Tips on Approaching Strangers for Photographs
It can be difficult to get up the courage to approach someone for his or her photograph– especially a stranger. Over the years I have developed a few tricks for [read more]
Photographing Interiors – Tips For Success
The telephone rings; it’s Gourmet Today Magazine. They want me to spend time in Touristown, USA, photographing selected upscale eateries for them. They’ve booked me into one of the classier [read more]
Photographic Creativity: The Subject is Flowers
Copyright © Noella Ballenger Soft light on an overcast day brings out the rich color in the thistle. By using a very long telephoto lens (400mm), isolating one thistle and [read more]
UNPROMISING SUBJECTS: Creating Images in Unfavorable Situations
© 2011 Gert Wagner All Rights Reserved. Unsavory weather can add drama and impact to an image. The world, being full of beauty, is a real paradise for the photographer. [read more]
Photo Tips for Creating Stunning Black & White Images
© 2011 Geoffrey Gilson. All rights reserved. Pismo Beach, California Exposure 80 – Aperture f/13.0 – ISO 100 The Goal My objective is to take the viewer straight to the [read more]
What To Photograph: 151 Things To Photograph
At times it can seem like there is absolutely nothing around to photograph and you are left with the dilemma of what to photograph. We have already done all of [read more]
Understanding White Balance In Photography
One of the confusing aspects that came when the switch to digital photography occurred is the white balance setting on your camera. We will explain why that setting is necessary [read more]