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One of the best parts of being an active member of the online photography community is the range of criticism I have access to when I share my work. Being open to constructive criticism is an essential part of growth as an artist — not only can it highlight shortcomings, but it can also emphasize […] petapixel.com »
Something about the way photographers acclimatize to shooting with film has intrigued me for some time. I think it’s safe to say that film is very much tried and tested — some of the greatest photography pioneers worked with film and were not limited in their ability to create incredible work, which remains relevant. Photographers […] petapixel.com »
If you hold a preference for natural light portrait photography, you might find backlighting as one the effective techniques to use for creating dreamy images. It's not as simple as just shooting outdoors with the sun behind your subject, but a technique with the goal of a moody yet balanced look for portraits. thephoblographer.com »
I’m not going to beat around the bush, not everyone is going to want to hustle and work for free to get these shots. But getting out there,working on your portfolio constantly and thinking outside of the box will most certainly create those opportunities. thephoblographer.com »
I firmly believe that assisting a photographer whose work you admire is one of the greatest learning opportunities available to us and can provide invaluable experience. I remember the first time I was on set with a ‘real’ fashion photographer. petapixel.com »
A very common piece of advice for photographers looking to take their work to the “next level” is that they must invest time in themselves in the process of developing a “style.” A photographic style can mean many things; a theme within the subject matter, a specific color palette, a certain compositional approach, and anything […] petapixel.com »
One of the most asked questions I get is how I add contrast to pictures taken in very low contrast conditions like dense fog. This made me think it would perhaps be of use to many of you if I wrote an article about contrast and how you can fix contrast issues in post processing. […] petapixel.com »
We all know that there is gear out there considered the be the best options for concert photography, but what about the gear that works? And what if you're on a really slim budget? Well thankfully, no one is really making terrible cameras--and they haven't been for years. thephoblographer.com »
How do I find my style? It’s a question that inevitably comes up for almost every photographer actively trying to improve their images. It’s a tough question, at first. Because at first, you don’t really know what that means. petapixel.com »
It was mid-2011, and I was looking for a way to capitalize on my newfound love of photographing snowflakes. I had thrown the idea to numerous magazine, agencies, and business to see if they would bite. petapixel.com »
Photographs are as much about what is not included as the subjects in the frame. Being aware of the things I avoid is as helpful to me as the things I gravitate towards when it comes to composing an image. petapixel.com »
I’ve always had a fascination with geometry and man-made structures, their perfection has a strong attraction on me. It took me time to realize that what I appreciated most wasn’t necessarily their symmetry or the simple repetition of shapes but the parallelism between the various elements of the construction of an image. To better understand […] petapixel.com »
In the past two decades, most people went from not carrying a camera to always having a smartphone camera with them at all times. With millions upon millions of photos shot (and shared) every single day, how is this explosion in photography affecting us? Here’s a 10-minute video by WIRED that explores that question. To […] petapixel.com »
There is a particular obstacle that stands in the way of almost all travel, documentary and cultural photographers alike and, for some reason, no one seems to be willing to talk about it — so I’m going to. petapixel.com »
When the sun’s blazing outside, our instinct is to forego flash photography and just use ambient light. But as photographer Ed Gregory of the YouTube channel Photos in Color demonstrates in his seven-minute tutorial, speedlights and studio flashes can actually be your allies if you’re looking to create stunning and perfectly exposed photographs. thephoblographer.com »
The year 2018 was busy for Lithuania. We celebrated the Centenary of the Restoration of the State. We opened the first international Blockchain Centre in Europe. boredpanda.com »
The next time you head to the streets for your usual photo walks, you might want to take things up a notch and get "Flash" in your shots. You don't need to be super fast, but you might need to brush up on your panning techniques first if you've been rusty! thephoblographer.com »
It’s standard practice for commercial photography clients to ask photographers for their ‘day rate’. Most estimates that photographers provide start with a day rate before going on to production costs and expenses. petapixel.com »
The following is a syndicated post originally found on Eric Kim’s blog. It has been published here with his permission. Syndication by Joy Celine Asto. One of the simplest and most effective compositions we can integrate into our photography are triangle compositions. thephoblographer.com »
Enrique Callahan shares his story from behind the lens in our new 'Discover' series. iso.500px.com »
With pyrotechnics, the stars of the show are quite literally, shooting stars, “stars” being the fireworks industry’s term for those bits of flying sparkly fire. As in any performance, stars need a stage, and in a photograph, the stage is everything else in the frame: the dark sky, buildings, or monuments, even your fellow audience members watching the show. thephoblographer.com »
Two years ago, I splurged some money and bought a camera because I’d always wanted to try to take pictures of the stars. The left photo above was the only decent picture out of 700 taken on my first clueless attempt. petapixel.com »
If you’re interested in branching out your photo business to include corporate headshots, here’s a helpful 24-minute tutorial that can help you get started. In it, photographer Sean Tucker shares his system of effectively photographing a large number of people in a short amount of time. petapixel.com »
The photojournalism industry has undergone seismic shifts over the past couple of decades with photography’s move to digital and the rise of the smartphone camera. The business intelligence firm L2 recently sat down with veteran photojournalist Rick Smolan to chat about how tech has disrupted photography. petapixel.com »
Beginning summer of 2014, shortly before my final exam to become a graphic designer, days seemed to become longer and harder to manage for me. The thought of not being enough, of being unable to manage life and even pass my final exam to become a graphic designer manifested in my head. boredpanda.com »
An old tutor once told me “Street Photography is not about just one good element in the frame. It is about bringing several elements together, and creating stories that are not necessarily obvious to the everyday eye”. thephoblographer.com »
Wondering how you can get those clean, and sometimes dreamy portraits with a light and airy look? We've found some easy tips from Chelsea Nicole Photography so you can give it a try on your next portrait project. thephoblographer.com »
The following is a syndicated post originally found on Eric Kim’s blog. It has been published here with his permission. Syndication by Joy Celine Asto. When it comes to composition and photography, you must compose with your gut, and then analyze your best pictures with the best compositions afterwards. thephoblographer.com »
Feeling bored of shooting landscapes lately? Well, you're not alone. While mostly enthusiastic about landscape photography, photographer and filmmaker Adam Karnacz found himself stuck in a rut and burnt out for some weeks. thephoblographer.com »
Film photography, without a doubt, can be an intimidating and totally different world for beginners. Those who have found their way around are now shooting confidently thanks to little tips and tricks accumulated over the years to make their analog lifestyle easier. thephoblographer.com »
I recently shot a series of double exposure photos of the band I Don’t Know How But They Found Me at The Knitting Factory, and they’ve received a great response. So, I thought it would be worth explaining how I took them! If you also have a Nikon D750 or similar Nikon camera, here’s how […] petapixel.com »
Famous photographer Terry Richardson was just banned by top fashion magazines this week after years of being accused of sexual harassment by models. Now there’s a book being sold on Amazon that photographers are speaking out about. petapixel.com »
Photographers often receive requests for free images and services, and messages from friends asking for your services at extremely discounted rates are not much better. Here’s a helpful 3-minute video by Josh Enobakhare of Olufemii Tutorials in which he shares a number of ways that you can avoid needing to give that awkward “no.” Josh […] petapixel.com »
If you are a street photographer chances are that some people may take issue with the images you take of them while you are out and about from time to time, here are some tips from Eric Kim for diffusing those tricky situations. thephoblographer.com »
I'm an amateur photo-hobbyist living in Tokyo, Japan. I picked up photography around 3 years ago, thinking I could jump into a new realm of world that I've never understood before. Prior to picking up a camera, I was a normal college undergrad who puts studying first before most of my hobbies; however, photography taught me that I should cherish the people and the moments around me and try to remember them especially as a foreigner living in a wonderful place like Japan. thephoblographer.com »
In this beautiful short film by filmmaker Vincent Urban, photographer Chris Burkard tells the story of how after growing weary of surf photography in crowded cities he sought solitude, adventure, and beauty in remote places. petapixel.com »
Reddit user Blownsh*tup was chatting with a Tinder dating app match named Orli when the two had this brilliant and punny exchange. The girl had a solid reply: So that’s how you identify a fellow photography enthusiast on dating services… Image credits: Screenshots by /u/Blownsh*tup and used with permission petapixel.com »
For photographers, shutter speeds can mean everything. The advent of digital photography has made it easier to just leave the settings to the camera to get a clear and perfect shot. However, it pays to learn more about how your camera works, especially if it allows you the option to go full manual. thephoblographer.com »
Wildlife photography is one of the huge and popular section of photography. But it's not always possible to be in the wildlife area. What if I say you can create wildlife photographs at your home? Sounds crazy right? But it is possible. boredpanda.com »
Photography is a lot of fun. For the most part, it’s a solo pursuit where you are completely responsible for your own success or failure. But anyone can be a great photographer! Most people in the world are professional photographers now that phones are taking world-class, billboard-worthy images. If you want to stand out in […] petapixel.com »
Are you just getting started with your photography business, or struggling to find clients? This 15-minute video from French photographer Serge Ramelli is well worth your time, as he imparts his knowledge and experience on making bookings and getting your work printed. petapixel.com »
Over the past two years, I’ve looked for guides and made lots of phone calls to faculty, alumni, and current students to find ways to increase the likelihood of being accepted into a top tier MFA program. petapixel.com »
I am a photographer from Amsterdam and almost lost my touch and love for taking pictures. My friends and I had a plan to go to Tokyo, and after two years we finally made it happen. While walking the streets of Tokyo, I found my love for photography again. boredpanda.com »
It’s kind of a crazy thing: I believe you can stay true to your roots, values, and ethics, and also get rich. In this post, I’ll share some of the secrets of how I earn over $200,000 a year as a “photographer. petapixel.com »
My name is Amy Shore, and I’m a UK-based photographer who mainly shoots car and motorbike related subjects. A few days ago, I asked all of my social media platforms what questions they wanted answered to do with car photography, whether it was about what settings I use or how to start a business. In […] petapixel.com »
I’m Alastair Philip Wiper, a British photographer based in Copenhagen and working worldwide. From the Large Hadron Collider in Switzerland, to giant shipyards in South Korea and radio observatories in Peru, I work with the weird and wonderful subjects of industry, science, architecture. petapixel.com »
Hang around a group of landscape photographers long enough, and you’ll undoubtedly hear them talking about location scouting. As the saying goes, understanding your subject better will improve your photographs of that subject. petapixel.com »
Learn all the essential tips & tricks in this step by step tutorial to begin shooting 360 photos and virtual tours. The post 360 Photography 101: How To Get Started appeared first on 500px ISO. iso.500px.com »
From the beginning of my photography career—which is … almost 30 years ago (that can’t be true!)—I’ve been shooting with zoom lenses. Due to the flexibility they offer, I was convinced they make the best choice; as far as I know, thousands of other travel photographers who would say the same. I personally started with […] petapixel.com »
The time-honored approach to improving one's photography has always been time spent out there taking pictures. Education, gallery shows, and reading photography books can do wonders for a person's development, but there is nothing that comes close to the importance of just going out there constantly for a long period of time. thephoblographer.com »
