Tag: Photography Techniques

5 Simple Tips For Shooting Large Wall Murals

Wall murals are a colorful and elaborate form of street art that captures the character of any city. They can be a time capsule of current events or an iconic landmark and tourists in cities around the world go out of their way to find them. But, how do you make your pictures of wall […]

Aperture Made Simple

Aperture controls the depth of field and is arguably the most important element of the exposure triangle, which also includes ISO and shutter speed. Aperture is one of the three elements that contribute to exposure and will influence the settings needed for ISO and shutter speed. Table of Contents Aperture refers to the size of the shutter […]

How To Avoid Common Photography Mistakes

We all have to start somewhere and making mistakes is part of the learning process; that’s something you will learn to get comfortable with. Instead of feeling frustrated or feeling self-doubt, think about how you can learn from those mistakes and continue to improve. These common photography mistakes are ones every beginner photographer has made […]

How To Use Negative Space In Photography

Many photography compositions rely on positive space to fill the frame and guide the viewer on a journey through the image; the many details in the frame contribute to the story. If an element is missing, the story could be become incomplete or unclear. Negative space is unique because it relies on emptiness to tell […]

Beginner’s Guide to Better Photography

When I was learning photography, I convinced myself I needed to shoot in full manual, and my photos needed to look a particular way. I’ve been guilty of not following the advice below which stunted my growth as a photographer; I saw a tremendous improvement when I finally set aside my pride and followed these […]

4 Reasons Why Golden Hour Isn’t The Best Light

Golden Hour, also known as the magic hour, is the hour when the sunrising or setting and is famous for giving off a soft light with a golden glow. The internet encourages you to avoid shooting at any other time of day, photography apps help predict the golden hour, and other photographers chase that golden […]

Beginner’s Guide To Better Pictures Of Birds

Birds loved me before I loved them; they always seem to flock to me and pose for pictures, and over the years taking pictures of birds has grown into my favorite pastime. I’ve used budget equipment and learned through trial and error as I improved my skills to get where I am now. I have […]

10 Photography Myths to Unlearn

Myth 1: You Need An Expensive Camera A good photo tells a story, has great composition, sharp focus, quality lighting, and tells a story. Even the cheapest cameras can properly expose an image and get the subject in focus; the rest is your responsibility as the photographer. A good camera can give you more flexibility and […]

How To Embrace Taking Photos In Bad Weather

I don’t know about you but I’m tired of hearing about the golden hour; perfect photos are boring. Seeking the golden hour may be appropriate for some situations, but a good nature and landscape photographer should never shy away from bad weather. Setting aside the fact that shooting in only one hour of the day […]

Tips for Perfect Flower Photography

Flower photography is a type of nature photography that captures intricate details of flowers; with the right techniques, you can create unique flower photographs that will take your breath away. This guide will teach you the basics of flower photography, from finding the right location to using the proper equipment. Flower Photography Shooting Tips Look […]