Inspiration

When done right, abstract photography can turn an ordinary subject into a masterpiece of colors, patterns, and textures. Sometimes, this work of art can happen by accident, as with film double exposures. But in general, abstract photos take careful composition and attention to detail. Though beautiful, abstract photography can also feel ambiguous or even silly […]

What is fine art photography, exactly? You’ve probably seen the phrase a few times (or many times). Maybe you’ve even wondered whether your own photography is “fine art” or not. The genre of fine art photography is confusing partly because its definition is so vague. Fine art photos are images that are created solely for […]

Flowers are one of the most popular subjects among photographers. Their delicate beauty, bright colors, and symbolic meaning make them wonderful photography subjects. They’re also versatile. You can shoot a set of amazing macro flower pictures, or you can use them as lovely foregrounds/backgrounds for portraits and landscape photos. With the right light, you can […]

Many photos focus on capturing a scene or subject that actually exists. Unless you’re working with photo manipulation, photography tends to be about real things, captured artfully. One exception to this generalization is light painting photography. When photographers paint with light, they manipulate the subject rather than editing the photo. Using a slow shutter speed […]

Fungi, like flowers, are incredibly diverse. They come in all shapes and sizes, from little button mushrooms to giant puffballs, so big they can be mistaken for sheep. But unlike flowers, fungus isn’t a very popular photography subject. With the exception of cute fairytale mushrooms, fungus is sorely under-photographed. Perhaps that’s because fungus is challenging […]

Prominent on the list of modern-day wedding staples, wedding cakes provide a unique opportunity for wedding photographers. Wedding cake pictures allow photographers to showcase their creativity, and they also serve as an effective networking and marketing tool. Everyone, from the newlyweds and their friends & family to the cake makers and event planners, will likely […]

Having the opportunity to photograph a family is a huge gift. It is the chance to document someone’s past, present, and future. From young lovers with fingers entwined to a belly swollen with anticipation for new life, capturing a family on film is to capture the smiles, the bear hugs, and the utter joy of […]

Black and white photography is a classic art form that has never gone out of style. It has been around for centuries, with many of the great painters of all time using it to create their masterpieces. The reason black and white photography appeals to so many people is because it can be used in […]

Long exposure photography makes everyday scenes look otherworldly, like snapshots from a dream. And yet, all you’ve done, technically, is leave the shutter open for longer. Getting great long exposures doesn’t require any special expertise, but it does require a bit of practice and patience. Use the following tips and inspiring photos to help you […]