Using a rim light allows you to capture dramatic and mysterious photos. The technique is straighforward, and it’s a great introduction to working with lighting effects if you’re a novice photographer. Here is what you need to know about using this type of lighting effect to capture unique photos. What’s a Rim Light? Rim light…
Steel wool photography is a light painting technique that produces amazing results. You can get a steel wool photograph with a few simple items, and there are a lot of possibilities to explore with that material. What is Steel Wool Photography? Steel wool is a cleaning product that is typically used to polish surfaces or…
Vibrance and saturation are two terms you are going to encounter when editing colors with a digital program. Both refer to colors and their intensity, but there are some important differences. Here is what you need to know about the difference between vibrance and saturation in photography. You will find separate sliders for vibrance and…
Using TTL flash but disappointed with the results? Check out our beginner’s guide on TTL…how to use it and how to make it work better for you! Learning flash is one of the hardest skills in photography for many people. Between all the gear and the lighting and terminology, it feels really intimidating and complicated….
As a sub-genre of portrait photography, you’ve probably seen plenty of milk bath photography images pop up as a recent trend. By turning everyone’s favorite drink into a prop, photographers have been able to capture stunning, minimalistic portraits. If you’ve never experimented with milk bath photography, the genre can feel intimidating. Whether you’re an amateur…
If you look up aesthetics in a dictionary, you will find a definition that focuses on the artistic value of a work of art, or that discusses the characteristics of things we find beautiful and pleasing. The concept of aesthetics is central to photography. Here is what you need to know about aesthetic photography, why…
A good portrait should capture your subject in a unique manner and convey emotions. Focusing on your subject, their outfit, and pose is a natural way of approaching portrait photography, but you shouldn’t neglect the background choice. The background you select can set the tone and mood of the shot. Here are a few tips…
Grab your flash and head outside. We’ll show you how to use fill flash outdoors! You’re shooting outside in great lighting conditions. So why in the world would you want to add flash? It’s all about filling in the shadows and balancing your ambient light with the exposure on your subject. Today we’ll learn how…
Want to be a better photographer? Here are our recommendations on the things every photographer needs to learn to start mastering the craft! When you first start trying to improve your photography, it can feel overwhelming. What should I learn first? Do I need to learn A before I learn B? What should I prioritize…
It’s scary times. We don’t have answers, but we have some ideas to bolster your business and your spirits. How to survive as a photographer in the Covid-19 outbreak. Friends, this is frustrating. And frightening. The Covid-19 pandemic is bringing the world to a standstill and photography businesses are but some of the casualties. Weddings…
Stuck with the muck? Here are some photography tips for making ugly locations look amazing! One of the most iconic images from my home state of Wyoming is the T.A. Moulton Barn. If you’re a fan of landscape photography, I’m sure you’ve seen an image of it. There are about 8.98 million images of it…
Improve your consistency and confidence with a photoshoot checklist Are you looking for ways to improve the flow of your photo sessions, your post-production workflow or your consistency? Consider developing and following your own photoshoot checklist! Have you ever finished a photography session that felt awesome at the time only to feel disappointed later with…
Ever wondered how to light a group photo using flash? It’s easier than you think! Lighting a large group with flash is a pretty common scenario. You might need to light a wedding party, a group of award recipients, a pee-wee basketball team or just a bunch of friends at a party. And if you’re…
Get started understanding flash triggers and receivers and up your off-camera flash game! Flash photography feels really intimidating at first. There are all these different settings and terminology. Taking your flash off-camera and shooting wirelessly? That seems even more overwhelming! Triggers, receivers, signals, groups…just argh! I know plenty of photographers who quit even trying to…
Trying to come up with new ideas for male poses? Here are some easy tricks for your next photography session! If you have ever been in front of a camera yourself, you know that all of a sudden, you’re self conscious of a few things. The more you flatter and empower your clients (male or…
Struggling with female poses? Memorize these tips to help your clients feel more confident! If you’ve ever taken a turn in front of the camera, you know that being there brings out all of your insecurities. You never want your clients to feel insecure during their session because they will attach that feeling to their…