Inspiration

Like HDR, photo manipulation can provoke strong opinions among photographers. Some photographers avoid it and stick to the basics of editing. Others love pushing the limits of Photoshop. In our opinion, neither side is wrong or right. They’re simply two different approaches to art. That being said, photo manipulation is definitely more controversial than unedited […]

Portrait photography is a wide genre, including everything from heart-warming family portraits to surreal conceptual photos. For this post, however, we’re focusing on realistic portraits of individuals. These are the kind of portraits that allow many professional photographers to earn a living. They’re simple yet difficult to master, natural yet unique. The portraits below can […]

Travel photography is a lot like photojournalism, only instead of documenting an event or story, you’re documenting your own travel experiences. Your trip becomes the “story” you’re photographing. Depending on your trip, you might be photographing wild animals and rugged landscapes, or the nightlife and architecture of a major city. Travel photography crosses all genres, […]

Sunsets and sunrises are both gorgeous for photography, but they’re not entirely the same. While they look similar, they have key differences that can change the color and mood of photos. One of the main differences is the color temperature of the light. Sunrises tend to be cooler, while sunsets are warmer. This difference is […]

A lot of photographers cringe when they see the phrase “HDR Photography.” The technique has a bad reputation for making photos look over-processed and unnatural. And, to some extent, that reputation is well-deserved. Many HDR photos do look overdone, but that doesn’t mean the technique is entirely worthless. HDR can also look beautiful in particular […]

Staying motivated and inspired is crucial for a photographer’s long-term growth. It’s far more important than having good gear or perfect lighting. After all, if you feel unmotivated, your expensive equipment will lie untouched, collecting dust while you make excuses for why you’re not shooting any photos today. When you’re inspired, you push yourself to […]

Trees are a classic photography subject. Besides being beautiful, they work great in a wide range of moods, conditions, and genres. They’re photogenic in all kinds of weather, from heavy snow to scorching heat, and they work great as the background, foreground, or sole subject of a photo. They have texture, color, and basically everything […]

Thanks to social media, self-portraiture has become one of the most common types of photography. Nearly everyone has taken a ‘selfie’ at some point, from high schoolers to astronauts. It’s become so ordinary that you could overlook it as a worthwhile and challenging photography genre. But in fact, self-portraiture can be incredibly challenging for two […]