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 […]
35 Helpful Photoshop Post-Processing and Photo Editing Tutorials (Part 2)
Photoshop can be an immensely useful tool for professional photographers, especially in portrait and wedding photography. It allows you to tweak the details of a photo to make a scene or portrait even more beautiful. Part 1 of this series listed a good range of tutorials for Photoshop effects, which alter the overall atmosphere of […]
40 Cool Photoshop Effects Tutorials (Part 1)
Photoshop offers unlimited potential to photographers for editing and retouching photos. However, the downside to Photoshop is that its wealth of tools and functions can make it quite challenging to master. Even if you have been using Photoshop for years and have access to many cool photoshop effects, there are almost certainly things you can […]
50 Incredible Examples of HDR Photography
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 […]
3 Useful Portable LED Lights for Photography and Video
Most photographers rely on flashes and studio lights for artificial lighting. Both have advantages--one is portable, while the other provides continuous lighting--but neither is perfect, either. If you often struggle with the limitations of flashes or studio lighting, you might be interested in the newest type of lighting: portable LED lights. Portable LED lights give […]
Helpful Tips for Preparing Your Photos for Printing
As an owner of a print lab we see the most common mistakes people make when submitting their files for printing. Even the most experienced photographer can submit a file that will not yield the best printing results due to a small oversight that can have a large impact the way the print turns out. […]
Rock Climber Turned Professional Pet Photographer: Wonderful Dog Photography and Tips from Sagar Gondalia
Have you ever dreamed of taking some time off of your corporate career to travel, rock climb, and take lots of photos, as well as figure out a new focus in life? Sagar Gondalia did just that, and his experience proves it’s not easy to do. It requires a lot of hard work to find […]
30 Fantastic Examples of Underwater Photography
If you’re looking for a new challenge, try underwater photography. Underwater shots can look stunning, but they’re also difficult to pull off. Since water can totally change the way light and color appear in a photo, it forces you to rethink your usual techniques and compositions. If you’re disappointed by your first few tries, here […]
99 Inspirational Photography Quotes
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 […]
Quick Tips For Traveling With Your Photography Gear
Buying a good camera, lens, and other essential photography gear usually takes a lot of research, saving, and dedication to photography. It’s a lot of work, making sure the equipment you purchase is exactly what you need to fuel this wonderful hobby. Not everyone needs the latest gear or has a budget to replace their […]