The bokeh effect is one of the most appealing effects to reproduce in photography.People often ask me, “What is a bokeh background?” and the following question is always, “How do …
Hyperfocal Distance, The Complete Guide
Hyperfocal distance can be difficult to understand. Imagine yourself out in the wilderness at sunset, with a wall of moss-covered rocks in the foreground, an elegantly shaped tree slightly farther …
How to Clean Camera Lens and Filters
If you want to learn how to clean your camera lens you’re in the right place. No one likes having a dirty camera lens and filters. It’s so painful when …
8 Common Photography Questions Answered
Getting serious about bettering your photography skills is exciting but can be overwhelming. You don’t understand the settings on your camera, and frequently used photography terms such as “histogram” and …
How to Do Exposure Bracketing: Easy Guide
Exposure bracketing is a technique and camera feature that allows photographers to expose their photos correctly in challenging light situations. I’m going to give you an intro to Exposure Bracketing …
How to Shoot in Manual Mode
For many photographers, making the transition from shooting in auto mode to shooting manual mode is intimidating. When you first purchase a DSLR or mirrorless camera, you may not fully …
Snapseed Tutorial – How to Edit Photos on Your Phone
People who do a lot of photo editing use desktop workstations. Most of them probably use a good photo editing software like Lightroom, Photoshop or CaptureOne to name a few. …
Intro to Exposure Metering Modes for Beginners
Have you ever photographed a special moment and had it come out way too bright or dark? Maybe a snowy day looks gray in your photo. Maybe your spouse’s face …
Best Camera Settings for Golden Hour Photography
Golden hour light is truly magical, creating some of the best opportunities for photography every day. But it’s not always easy to get the right settings for golden hour photography. …
7 Effective Ways to Get Out of Your Photography Rut
Hitting a rut once in a while is an inevitable part of any creative pursuit. Photography is no exception. The following tips will help you mix up your routine and …
Top Photography Cliches You Should Absolutely Avoid
Photography is subjective. There are no hard and fast rules on what makes a good or a bad photo. As with any art form, there are cliches in photography, which …
How to Get the Most Out of Your Spring Photography
As the weather gets warmer, it’s exciting to prepare for the photography season ahead. Getting your photography gear and hard drive cleaned and organized and preparing accordingly for the spring …
Photography In Your Neighborhood | Best Tips
Taking pictures in your neighborhood doesn’t always seem very exciting. When everyone you know is traveling internationally or taking part in epic photo shoots or photo walks, it’s easy to …
Understanding Shutter Speed in Photography
Understanding Shutter Speed is fundamental to become and expert photographer. How does shutter speed work, how does it affect exposure and how to take advantage of it to produce creative …
Photography Tips for Capturing Light Trails
Capturing light trails is a neat camera trick with fantastic results. With the proper settings, a flat surface or tripod, and a little practice, you’ll learn how to produce vivid …