You don’t have to travel far to find subjects worth photographing. Your kitchen is a perfect example. There are an incredible number of photography subjects in your cabinets, drawers, and refrigerator, just waiting to be discovered. Fruits, vegetables, cutlery, drinks, and whatever you’re making for dinner are all great subjects for practicing your photography skills. […]
Pictures of the Alps: Beautiful Photography by Roberto Bertero
Roberto Bertero says his love of photography is just a personal excuse to spend more time in the mountains, capturing landscapes that will never appear same and paying tribute to places that display a magnificence that is hard to capture fully with his photography equipment. His personal, endless journey exploring familiar and new locations, and […]
Creating a Sparkling Fairy Dust Scene in Photoshop
Have you ever stared in wonder at a magical fairyland image and wondered how the “magic” was created? How the pocket of light magically enveloped the subject, or how the sparkling fairy dust seemed to trail perfectly from the fairy wings? Fairy Dust Photoshop Tutorial Surely this can all be done in post-processing right? The […]
10 Helpful Online Photography Courses for the Outdoor Photographer
It’s natural for someone who loves photography and the outdoors to focus on taking a lot of photos out in nature, or even to pursue a career as a professional landscape or adventure photographer. Becoming a skilled outdoor photographer takes a lot of practice, both in learning how to use your gear and in developing […]
Clakit Strap Packs: Secure Storage Attached to Backpacks for Phones, Passports, and More
Clakit is a company that has created a product that transforms backpack straps into easily accessible, secure storage. For photographers who are used to carrying around their gear in a backpack and want to keep their smartphone or documents in a convenient location while traveling, these pouches are something to consider trying out. The Strap […]
Hurricane Maria: Before and After Night Satellite Images of Puerto Rico
Hurricane Maria hit Puerto Rico hard last week, leaving behind it a path of destruction including extensive power outages throughout the island, lack of clean water and mobile phone service, and extensive damage to roads and buildings that will take years to repair. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has released before and after night […]
Focus Stacking Tutorial: Photoshop and Lightroom Workflow
Mark Denney is a landscape photographer based in North Carolina who also runs a YouTube channel covering Photoshop and Lightroom tutorials, as well as gear reviews for landscape photography. One of his recent videos gives a tutorial on focus stacking, a post-processing technique that enables you to create maximum depth of field without losing image […]
Creative Photoshop Actions, Light Leaks, and Textures by Forefathers
A lot of photographers will say they spend more time in front of their computers editing instead of taking pictures out in the field. It can take years of practice to develop a solid editing workflow and a creative style that may be used for the life of someone’s photography career. Lightroom and Photoshop are […]
75+ Helpful Fall Photography Tips
Fall (Autumn) is a favorite time of year for many photographers. The colors are spectacular, cloudy days still bring great photo opportunities, and the changing of the season brings out new photo ideas that may have been lingering all year long. The peak fall colors don’t last long though so being prepared with your equipment, […]
Transferring Photos To Wood: 7 Helpful DIY Projects
Transferring your photos to wood is a wonderful way to add a rustic element to your prints, and it’s a great way to preserve your memories in a way that will last for years. Whether you’re personalizing a room in your home, looking for the perfect gift, or just want to do a hands on […]