Normally, Glyn Dewis is behind a computer, showing us photographers how to get the job done. However, for one of his latest video, he puts himself behind the camera, where he shows us one of the most common lighting techniques out there Rembrandt lighting. Named after the Dutch painter Rembrandt, who often used this [...]
We’ve all seen family photos where everyone is happy, kids are smiling, and the whole brood looks like they are having the time of their lives. Photos like this seem so natural that it’s easy to think they required almost no work at all, when in reality the photographer was likely working like crazybehind the scenes trying to get the perfect pictures.
Shooting photos of adults is one thing, but working with kids brings a whole new set of challenges to the table. Whereas... more
Some photographers are very inefficient when it comes to shooting in a portrait location. They will take a photo here by this tree, then move over to another tree, then by the pathway, and one at the rock. Then they can’t figure out where to shoot next, because they’ve already used every“backdrop”they can see in that area, and they only have a handful of shots to show for their efforts.
I’d like to share a few tips with you for using your locations... more
Photography doesn’t just have to be a hobby, in fact, it can be a brilliant way to gain some extra money and quite a lot at that! I’ve put together a list of my favourite ways of making money through photography, and with the ideas ranging from a couple of hours a week to a part-time project, you may find something that catches your eye.
1. Shoot Microstock
Stock image – Olly Stabler
There are many different microstock sites out there,... more
If you are doing projects that require traveling with gear, props or costumes you knowthat a major risk is getting your gear inspected and messed up by the TSA. Especially the gear that goes in the belly of the plane, where you can’t explain first handed what it is. Most “regular” bag content can take [...]
The revolve RAM(Revolve Automated Motion) is a simple motor for adding motion to a slider. It sits right there in the middle of the price range at $400, right between the $200 DIY solution and the higher end motors like the $600 Rhino motion or the $800 Syrp Genie. How It Works? The idea behind [...]
New Lightroom users often get into trouble because of a lack of understanding as to how Lightroom works. Unfortunately the result of these misunderstandings is often that their precious photos are lost, either permanently or temporarily. When you are new to Lightroom it can help if you understand some basics about how Lightroom works to ensure that your precious photos are safe.
Heres a quick five question quiz to see if your photos are safe in your hands.
Im surprised it didnt happen sooner, but after being bombarded by gushing hype about mirrorless cameras for years, I finally broke down and bought one.
Its hard for photographers to buy a camera these days. There are so many good options, and it can be difficult to pull the trigger, knowing that some manufacturers new model just might be the Holy Grail.
I debated at length as to which direction to go with my next camera. Sony has the... more
Lytro might be the company most synonymous with light field photography, but the reality is its been around for almost almost 25 years now. Do you know what it is though? Or how it works? If not, dont worry, YouTuber Computerphile has you covered. In the twelve minute video, image analyst Mike Pound breaks down [...]
Billy and Marc, known as The Fuji Guys online, recently made a trip to Sendai, Japan to get an inside look at the Fujifilm factory that produces cameras and lenses for their X-series lineup. The tour comes in shy of eight minutes and gives us a rare glimpse into the machines and manpower that brings [...]
