The Secrets Behind Long Exposure Photography

August 31, 2020 Photographs
You’ve seen those moody shots of water that seem to be running like smooth mist over rocks or bright starry nights on Instagram. But how do you create them? These photographers have used a technique called long exposure.

What You Should Have In Your Camera Bag

August 25, 2020 Photographs
When out on a shoot, your camera bag is your lifeline and your mobile storage locker. Over the years, a photographer will learn exactly what is that they personally want and need in their camera bag – usually because they got caught out once and never again. Here are some…

A Basic Guide To The Inner Workings Of DSLR Cameras

August 17, 2020 Photographs
As mentioned in the above named, a Digital Single Reflex Camera – or DSLR – is a type of modern digital camera that’s used mostly by professional photographers and hobbyists. The camera makes use of a complex series of mirrors to capture an image, which is usually written on to…

Improving Your Macrophotography

August 11, 2020 Photographs
For those that are not aware, macrophotography is the practice of taking pictures of subjects that are incredibly small, most often invertebrates, like insects. Macrophotography requires plenty of patience and some specialised gear, and it can take a few years to become truly adept at taking good macro photos. For…

The Most Common Types Of Lenses

August 3, 2020 Photographs
A camera isn’t complete without the lens, the complicated and often expensive piece of specialised equipment that allows the photographer to capture incredible images. Lenses come in a wide variety of different shapes and sizes, and each one has a unique set of characteristics that allows them to capture various…

3 Tips For Better Silhouette Photography

July 27, 2020 Photographs
Silhouette photography is a great technique to master. It’ll make your portfolio stand out from the crowd, up your Instagram game and give you a greater understanding of how to use light in your photographs. To do it well, you need to know your gear and how the light around…

How To Take Better Moon Shots

July 13, 2020 Photographs
The moon is the only natural satellite in the sky that’s permanent, and it makes a great subject for taking night photos, especially when it reaches certain phases of its orbit, such as super moons. The moon is also notoriously difficult to take pictures of with anything other than high-quality…

Becoming A Wedding Photographer

June 29, 2020 Photographers
Despite the fact that most of the world now owns a modern smartphone with a state-of-the-art camera, being a professional photographer is still very much a profession worth pursuing. It offers great variety, the chance to improve photography skills, and to meet some great people. Weddings are one of the…

The Best Photography Accounts On Instagram

June 15, 2020 Photographs
There is nothing more inspiring than seeing great photos taken by experts – especially if you’re keen on photography yourself. The beauty of a platform like Instagram is that you can fill your feed with accounts that get your creative juices flowing and give you plenty of ideas to improve…