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Lesson: 1
Camera Lenses Explained
Camera Lenses Next to the camera body, your camera lenses are the second most important part of your camera. Selecting the right lens (or lenses) is essential for getting the shots you want. Selecting a new camera lens requires time and research because you
Lesson: 2
What You Need To Know About Upgrading Your Camera or Lens
Should I upgrade my camera or lens? This is a question that many photographers have not too long after they become enthusiastic about taking pictures. If you own a DSLR or mirrorless camera, you’ve most likely considered an upgrade. The best answer to
Lesson 3:
Portrait vs. Landscape — The 11 Biggest Differences
If you’re a photographer, sooner or later you’ll ask yourself if you should set your camera to portrait or landscape orientation. You’re always making choices
Lesson: 4
The 11 Different Types of Portrait Photography
Portrait photography is a lucrative and one of the most popular photography genres, but did you know there are many different types of portrait photography? First, let’s define our terms. When we talk about portraiture in photography, we’re talking about capturing images of people. You might be thinking about the portraiture photographers of your childhood when you think about this
Lesson: 5
How to Select the Best Camera Settings for Portraits
Selecting the best camera settings for portraits is challenging for many new photographers. Even some more advanced photographers who are not used to portrait photography find it difficult. Choosing the best ISO, aperture, and shutter speed take practice. In this article, I’ll walk you through a variety of situations and share the options for the best settings for portrait photography. I’ll also share some photography tips to help
Lesson: 6
How to Take Stronger Portraits by Isolating Your Subject
Isolating your subject will make for a stronger photo than when they are surrounded by clutter. Distracting elements in the same composition as a person you’re photographing will only serve to draw attention away from them. There are a number of techniques you can choose to isolate a person in your compositions. The three main ones I like to use are covered
Lesson: 7
How to Use Props Effectively When Taking Portraits
Well used portrait props in photography can make your pictures come alive. Whether you’re taking photos of your partner, kids, friends, or anyone else, photography props can add depth and interest. Once you start thinking about photography props for portraits you’ll be surprised at how soon great ideas come to mind. You’ll think of things that you can make or get
Lesson: 8
How to Take Posed Candid Portraits
What is candid portrait photography? There are various sub-genres in this popular genre. Sometimes, the model is unaware of your presence. This is common in street photography. Other times, they’re posing for you while trying to look natural. This technique is very common in lifestyle photography. In this article, you’ll
Lesson: 9
4 Tips on How to Take Interesting Environmental Portraits
Taking an interesting environmental portrait requires you to include location-specific elements. It may also involve what your subject is doing. Environmental portraiture contains more information about the person than a regular portrait does. Including some of the environment the person is in, such as their workplace or home, tells us something about who they are. We catch a glimpse of their lifestyle and
Lesson: 10
Practical Tips to Help You Improve Your Natural Light Portraits
I love making natural light portraits. It’s a genre of photography that used to scare me, but that I have come to enjoy more than most others. Natural light portraits are photographs of people, or animals, making use of only the available, or ambient, light. There’s no flashlight, studio strobe, or
Lesson: 11
Studio Lighting Photography | Understanding Setup Options
Studio Lighting Setup Options Once you have settled down with a reasonable body and a good lens, the next logical thing to buy is a set of lights. Now, there are many different kinds of studio lighting products available in the market – strobes, speedlights, continuous lights and so
Lesson: 12
13 Creative Portrait Photography Lighting Techniques
Portrait photography is one of the most popular and lucrative genres in photography. To be successful in this genre, however, you’ll need to understand the basic techniques of portrait lighting. Lighting is what makes or breaks a photograph, and in portrait photography, knowing how to use the light to flatter your subject or create the mood you want is key to capturing stunning images. In
Lesson: 13
What Makes Good Black and White Portraits?
A good black and white portrait photo will attract our attention sometimes more than a color portrait will. What is it that makes a good black and white portrait? Why is this medium so timelessly alluring? Black and white portraits can be refreshingly simple. Limiting the color information the eye has to perceive, the subtle shades of gray leave us room to interpret what we
Lesson: 14
Street Portraits: How to Master Taking Photos of Strangers
Street portraits are all about connecting with the strangers you’re photographing. This differs from the general idea of street photography. That’s where the photographer makes no connection with what they are photographing. Often, the thought of taking street portraits is somewhat unsettling. Especially to those who are inexperienced with street portraits photography.
Lesson: 15
Night Portrait Photography: A Complete Guide
How to Shoot Night Portraits Night portrait photography may be a niche you have been dreaming of exploring. Photographers of all levels often avoid low light photography because they feel it is more difficult and complicated than using natural light during the day. But there are many ways to
Lesson: 16
How to Take Self-Portraits: A Budget-Friendly Guide
Self-portraits are immensely popular in various genres. Many painters, including Frida Kahlo and Rembrandt, reclaimed their identities through their self-portraits. Anyone can take expressive and eye-catching self-portraits. You don’t need expensive camera equipment or a professional photo studio. Even if you live in a simple home filled with simple props, you can
Lesson: 17
27 Creative Self-Portrait Photography Ideas & Tips
Self-portrait photographers are in charge of many things during their photoshoots. This includes lighting, camera settings, posing, and the list goes on. With so many things to juggle, is it even possible to come up with creative self portrait ideas? The answer is yes! What is self-portrait photography? It can be a simple photograph of your face, but
Lesson: 18
14 Outdoor Couple Poses for Unforgettable Portraits
When you take photos of couples, you have to consider many things. What is their story? How do you make your photos meaningful? More importantly, how can you make this an unforgettable experience for your clients? This process doesn’t have to be stressful or complicated. The right couple poses and ideas can make a big difference
Lesson: 19
A Guide to Effortless Female Poses
Have you ever felt overwhelmed when it came to giving feedback on female poses? Many photographers don’t feel very confident about posing, and they more enjoy shooting. But after reading through this guide, you will know everything there is to the female pose in portrait photography. We have included examples, books, videos, and even courses! Once you have a
Lesson: 20
How to Make Your Photographs Look Cinematic – 14 Creative Tips
Much like scenes from our favorite films, cinematic photography can evoke an emotional response in the viewer. Cinematic photography is a style of photography that emulates stills or frames from movie scenes. It is a highly effective storytelling technique that can create images with depth and
Lesson: 21
13 Tips to Achieve the Vintage Photography Look
Analogue cameras introduced the world to photography. Their evolution eventually led to digital photography. The digital way is more accessible, easier to understand, and immensely popular. However, many digital photographers continue to embrace the look of vintage photography. It can be nostalgic, mysterious, and moody. The goal is to make it seem like your digital photos
Lesson: 22
Sunset Silhouette Photography – A Complete Guide
You’ve seen those spectacular sunset silhouette photos, the ones with a mysterious silhouetted subject watching the sun dip below the horizon. They’re emotionally moving, and that makes them a great photographic subject. So, how do you capture those stunning silhouettes? Let’s start with the basics, and then
Lesson: 23
A Complete Guide to Lensball Photography
Lensball photography has become a top hit among photographers searching for new creativity in their imagery. They are lightweight, easy to travel with, and work on many surfaces! In this article, we will explore everything you need to know about Lensball photography including tips, tricks, brands, communities, and fun techniques for your photos. [toc] What
Lesson: 24
The Top Guide for Reflection Photography
Reflection photography can skyrocket your images into the more interesting subject matter. After all, we are all seeing the world from the same perspective on a daily basis. But if you can find ways to use reflective surfaces, a long shutter speed, and some new subject ideas, you will create
Lesson: 25
Perspective in Photography: Everything You Need to Know
Perspective photography is all about what you show your viewers through your images. You may have seen the composition from a totally different point of view. But how you shoot it, and the illusions you use to do so, can completely make or break a great composition. Furthermore, we live in a three-dimensional world, and
Lesson: 26
13 Types of Landscape Photography
If you’re going somewhere, you’re going to take pictures of the landscape. But, did you know there are different types of landscape photography? It’s true, and each type comes with its own challenges. To help you understand landscape photography better, we’re going to discuss the 13 types of
Lesson: 27
Landscape Photography: The Ultimate Guide with Pro Tips
These days most of us take our cameras just about anywhere we go, and landscape photos are a dime a dozen, but if you want your landscape photos to stand out from the crowd, there are certain landscape photography tips and techniques you’ll have to keep in mind.
Lesson: 28
The Ultimate Guide to DIY Product Photography Lighting
DIY product photography lighting is easier than you might think. You can put together a home studio with items from around the house. You can make good use of natural light and any electric light source. A well-lit, well-photographed product is going to sell it. If your professional product is
Lesson: 29
9 Best Camera Settings For Product Photography
Product photography can be a challenging but lucrative niche. But, it’s important to understand how to get the best product images that really accentuate the product you’re shooting while at the same time portraying it accurately. There are a number of tricks the professionals use to
Lesson: 30
15 Creative Product Photography Ideas
If you’re a product photographer, you want to try to get images of the product that not only highlight its features, you want to do that in a creative way that will capture the consumer’s attention. But, before we talk about the different creative ideas for product photography,
Lesson: 31
Lighting for Still Life Photography
Welcome to the first in a series of articles on lighting for still life photography. Studio still life is the ultimate teaching tool for any photographer. It is a “no excuses” environment because the photographer has complete technical control. It can be a very methodical work
Lesson: 32
33 Street Photography Tips and Techniques for Success
Taking photos in a busy, public place can feel intimidating. Especially when photographing people. In this article, I’ll share my best street photography tips that will help you improve your street pictures. Many photographers prefer to work alone and in the comfort of their own personal space.
Lesson: 33
How the Experts Handle Night Street Photography
Night street photography is an exciting genre. There’s the contrast of light and dark, the movement of people, and the energy of the city. Capturing that in images is the goal of the night street photographer. But, this genre of photography presents some enormous challenges. Because
Lesson: 34
10 Amazing Night Photography Tips, Ideas & Techniques
This article is full of night photography ideas. Many photographers are intimidated by the idea of shooting at night. Photography is all about light and nighttime can prove to be a challenging time to shoot when you find yourself sitting in the dark. If you are
Lesson: 35
11 Camera Settings for Night Photography Without Flash
Nighttime photography is already very challenging, but it’s even more so if you want to take photographs without a flash. There are lots of reasons to want to take photos without a flash–often, the flash overpowers the image or your subject may be too far away
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