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5 things to think about when planning a creative photography project

The best photographic projects stem from a fascination with the subject matter. You will be spending a lot of time working on any particular project, so make sure you feel inspired, motivated, and ready to return to it many times. I see plenty of photographers shoot subjects that seem to be ‘on trend’ rather than something they are intrigued by. If you like photographing teapots, then go for it, the images will reflect your passion. The breadth and quality photographs will reflect the effort put in.

Manual focus lenses can be a pro’s choice

As a corporate photographer with 30 years in the business handling around 300 commissions a year, I frequently rub shoulders at press conferences and events with other professional photographers, who,…

Get Started in Photography with ISO

In this video, you will learn about ISO and how to use your camera to get a really good understanding of how ISO works. i.e., using Program Auto mode.

Get Started in Photography with Aperture

If you are just getting started with photography, and not going to school for it (which is totally okay), then you don't want to miss this. Watching video tutorials and then trying it for yourself is the best way to learn when you have nowhere else to turn. In this video, you will learn about aperture and how to use your camera to get a really good understanding of how aperture works. i.e., using Aperture Priority mode.

Get Started in Photography with Shutter Speeds

In this video, you will learn about shutter speeds and how to use your camera to get a really good understanding of how shutter speeds works. i.e., using Shutter Priority mode.

Protect yourself with this simple backup workflow

As photography business owners it's our obligation to protect ourselves with liability insurance. And at the same time, from data loss. That's why I recommend having a simple backup workflow.…

2 Accessories for Travel Photographers

When traveling for photography we all have accessories we prefer having with us. In this video, you will see a couple of those items. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IYDSn7Mg8WU What are you preferred accessories…

A tripod with bracing struts is often recommended for video because of its extra stability; a geared center column is also a bonus. In an all-purpose tripod however, I recommend one without struts because those components make it impossible to fully splay the legs for low level placement of the camera.

How to use a tripod the right way

In this video, you will learn how to use a tripod the right way. Because the last thing you want is your camera hitting the floor. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qI7hAU1roaE

Pregnancy Photo Shoot: Hints and Tips

Being pregnant is an important and emotional time in any women’s life, and an event that doesn’t happen very often. That is why many pregnant women are looking for ways…