Despite the popularity of digital cameras and smartphones, film photography is still going strong. Photos taken on film cameras have a different look and feel, which can be difficult to imitate with digital photos. Even if you have excellent presets or filters, it’s hard to get that imperfect-yet-perfect look so common among film photos. Film […]
50 Magical Examples of Misty Morning Photography
Morning can be a magical time of the day, especially when the light is perfect. Add some mist, and you’ve got a scene worthy of a fairy tale. Unlike fog, which is denser and hides subjects from view, mist allows for both mystery and good visibility. Even if the mist is thicker, you can still […]
32 Beautiful Photos of Everyday Life
One trap photographers sometimes fall into is thinking they need to travel to beautiful places or have unique experiences in order to take great photos. After seeing a breathtaking image of a famous mountain or desert, you might begin to wish you could travel more for photography, too. “If I could only visit places like […]
20 Creative Tumblr Blogs for Photographers to Follow
Founded back in 2007, Tumblr is now one of the largest social networks in the world. It used to be the top site for microblogging, but since Instagram has exploded in popularity, Tumblr is no longer the hive of activity it used to be. Nevertheless, Tumblr is still a great site for sharing photos and […]
Jewish Streets by Ilan Ben Yehuda: Photos of an Ultra-Orthodox Community in Jerusalem
Ilan Ben Yehuda is a street photographer based in Ramat Gan, Israel, just east of Tel Aviv. Though he has had a long career in graphic design, photography has also been a big part of his life. He studied photography at Camera Obscura, an art school in Tel Aviv, and he’s been seriously shooting for […]
Photography Techniques: Macro
Macro photography is a unique style that requires a specialized technique to get sharp, close-up shots. Lighting, focusing, and composition are all a bit different when you’re shooting a subject from this close. With that in mind, I’ve put together a few key areas of macro that you should be aware of. These points are […]
How to Get Started Shooting Nighttime Landscapes
Photographing landscapes at night is a great way to expand your skillset and create unique images. Shooting at night has its own set of challenges, but it can be a very rewarding way to capture the landscape. This post is intended to offer a few tips to get you started in nighttime landscape photography. Caption: […]
40 Intriguing Examples of City Light Photography
When you’re new to photography, the night can be an intimidating time to go out shooting, as it requires more skill and knowledge of your camera. It’s a learning curve worth getting through, though. The night is full of interesting and beautiful scenes, especially in the city. The more you practice night photography, the better […]
7 Tips For Promoting Your Photography Business
Running your own photography business takes a lot of work and dedication, but it can also be one of the most rewarding endeavors of your life. You get to be your own boss and do what you love for pay. You’re constantly learning and honing your skills, both in photography and business. Someone photographers love […]
12 Excellent Photography Courses for Beginners | Updated
Whether you’re picking up a DSLR for the first time or just looking to improve your photography skills, one of the best ways to learn is to take the advice of an experienced photographer. Depending on your creative style and professional aspirations, it could be as simple as following a workshop or reading a blog, […]