In either case, the principles of good composition are essential to create successful food photos. Here are 10 essential tips for food photography composition. For even more tips, check out our Edible Images e-book. [ExpertPhotography is supported by readers. Product links on ExpertPhotography are referral links. If you use one of these and buy something, we make a little bit of money. Need more info? See how it all works here....
When I discovered the positive sides of this genre, I was able to pinpoint my creative weaknesses. It helped me strengthen the skills I already had. Indoor photography is a flexible genre for several reasons: There’s usually some kind of artificial light to use it to take unique photographs; It doesn’t demand a massive budget; and It’s open to photographers of all kinds. How do you take good indoor pictures?...
We’ve looked at a range of cameras, from cheap to expensive and from crop sensors to full frames. Picking an overall winner isn’t easy. But the combination of in-body image stabilization (IBIS) and great autofocus (AF) makes the Sony a9 II our top pick. [Note: ExpertPhotography is supported by readers. Product links on ExpertPhotography are referral links. If you use one of these and buy something, we make a little bit of money....
[Note: ExpertPhotography is supported by readers. Product links on ExpertPhotography are referral links. If you use one of these and buy something, we make a little bit of money. Need more info? See how it all works here.] Find the Best Fuji Lenses for You We’ve compiled the best Fujifilm lenses for all photographers. We’ve got prime and zoom lenses. We’ve got telephoto zoom lenses. And we haven’t forgotten macro photographers....
The winter holidays are one of the most creative times of the year. It doesn’t matter if you’re a budding landscape photographer or an experienced portrait artist. As long as you have an interest in photography, you’ll find something inspiring to document. Here are 20 Christmas photo shoot ideas that will make December memorable for you and your loved ones. 1. Christmas Photography: Taking Posed and Candid Family Photos It doesn’t matter if you consider yourself a portrait photographer or not....
This can make your Iceland photos look unoriginal and its harsh weather conditions can slow down your journey. Here are 21 best Iceland photography spots and tips to make your photos stand out without turning yourself into a frozen statue. Iceland Photography Tips to Inspire You 6. Bring the Right Equipment to Ensure That You’re Prepared for Any Situation Different regions in Iceland require different camera settings and equipment. In general, you should have the following things in your camera bag:...
Here are a few of the best apps for travel photography options you need to download before exploring beautiful destinations on your bucket list. 7 Best Travel Apps for Photographers We list travel apps for both iOS and Android. And there is a mix of free and paid apps. 7. Snapseed App Type: Photo editor Price: Free Platform: iOS and Android This is one of the best photography apps out there because of its features....
In this article, we have collected 8 tips to take great hummingbird photography shots. 1. Hummingbird Photography: Where Do You Find Hummingbirds? Hummingbirds live all across the American continent. They are migratory birds and fly to warmer areas in winter. But they do not ever leave the continent. The first step is to research what species live near you and when they migrate. They are most common in Central and South America, but you can also find them in Canada and Alaska....
This is why our article today will focus on aerial photography. Good photography is about showing people views of the world they would not otherwise see. From new cultures to war zones, to distant landscapes and rare wildlife, photography is a constant struggle to show the world in new, compelling ways. Very often this novelty arrives in the form of a different physical perspective on the landscape. Aerial photography, particularly in the age of drone photography and video, is one increasingly common, and effective way to create new angles on familiar places....
[Note: ExpertPhotography is supported by readers. Product links on ExpertPhotography are referral links. If you use one of these and buy something, we make a little bit of money. Need more info? See how it all works here.] Editing Portraits In Lightroom: Before You Edit No software can put information back into a photo that was missing when it was taken. For example, blown-out highlights or out-of-focus areas. For the best results, capture as much detail and get as much right in-camera as possible....
Over the last 30 years, digital camera technology has taken great strides in quality and performance. Many photographers have turned to digital cameras for both work and pleasure. It seemed the demise of film photography was almost inevitable. But there are still plenty of traditionalists flying the flag for film cameras. Seemingly immune to the features and functions of digital technology, they prefer the smell of film and the sound of the shutter....
Even if you’ve taken spring photos many times before, take a look at these spring photography ideas and find something exciting to try. 1. Spring Photography: Pick One Prop and Go for a Walk Spring changes the world around, bringing to us growing shoots and blooming flowers. This change allows photographers to look at their environments from different angles. They get to tell these stories afresh. I’m not going to suggest shooting portraits because it’s obvious....
Transfer Photographs To Fabric: What You Will Need Images, printed with a laser printer on regular paper Fabric to transfer your printed image onto Transfer gel medium A clean brush Clean, lukewarm water A hairdryer An iron I recommend you to protect your table (or any other work surface) from damages. Use a craft mat, a board of plywood or cardboard to work on. This will also reduce sliding and make it a bit more comfortable to work....
Photography Workflow for Importing Before we get into it, I want to make a very important point about setting up your camera properly. For an organized workflow, you need to make sure you set your camera to the correct time and date. This means changing it every time you change time zones, or when the clocks go back or forward. Your photos will often organize themselves in date order. Even just a few photos with the wrong date can mess up the whole system....
Here, we have 30 different languages, helping you ask in the majority of the countries around the world. If they don’t know these languages, then you can always smile and point to your camera and judge the answer by their reaction. Arabic هل يمكنني التقاط صورة لك؟ Chinese 請問，可以拍你的照片嗎？(Qǐngwèn, kěyǐ pāi nǐ de zhàopiàn ma?) Czech Můžu si vás vyfotit? Danish Kan jeg tage dit billede? Dutch Mag ik een foto van je nemen?...
9. Research Unique Photos That Have Already Been Shot The first part of all great landmark photographs is good research. The great thing these days is that there are lots of different tools and blogs available to help you research a location. Often the best way to start is to have a look at Google images or stock shot websites to see what already exists. This should help you build up a picture of the locations that are possible around famous monuments....
What Is Rim Lighting? The goal is to create a rim of light around the subject. You do this by positioning them so there’s a strong enough light that falls on them from behind. The light source can be slightly to one side or it can be from more than one light. It is typically blocked from the view of the camera by the subject themselves. Otherwise, you can place it above your subject or to the side out of the way....
Bend and Warp in Photoshop: How to Do a Trick It starts with picking the right photo. Photos with a straight and clear horizon work best. Once you know the different steps, you could try and step up to more difficult projects. I’ll use a photo of a surfer in Australia for this bend and warp trick… To create this surreal photo: Step 1: Open and Duplicate Open the photo. Right click on the background layer and select ‘Duplicate’....
Here is our step-by-step guide to using this very helpful tool in Photoshop! [Note: ExpertPhotography is supported by readers. Product links on ExpertPhotography are referral links. If you use one of these and buy something, we make a little bit of money. Need more info? See how it all works here.] How to Use the Refine Edge Tool in Photoshop CC It’s best to pick a simple image if you want to learn how photoshop smooths edges....
Why You Should Do a Photography Internship Internships are a valuable experience for new photographers entering the industry. Photography school will teach you about lighting, post-processing, and other technical considerations. But working in the field will give you knowledge and skills that you can’t get in the classroom. With a photography internship, you get to apply what you have learned to real-world situations. Photography programs usually don’t offer a significant business component in their curricula....
