Many beginner photographers find it a challenge and are not sure where to begin with their portrait photography on a sunny day. This is not so surprising because portrait photography on a sunny day can be a minefield of problems. Not only do you have shadows to contend with, but you have to deal with [...]
As a photographer I have faced a number of different situations with candid portraits. I have photographed weddings, landscapes, portraits and everything in between. One thing that stands out to me the most is how not to stand out when aiming for stunning candid portraits. What does that mean exactly? Well, in a perfect [...]
If you have ever been interested in portrait photography you’ll love the handy tips and advice on this website. In my eight years of photography experience I have learnt one thing about taking someone’s portrait. I’ve learnt that successful portrait photography hinges on your ability to bring out the absolute best in someone. We’ll go [...]
If there is one thing that grows faster than any plant life or tree in the world that’s a child! It seems like one minute they’re born and the next they’re asking you for the keys to the car. And it feels like those precious early years are over in an instant. And you can [...]
What is it about natural lighting that seems so superior to a traditionally-lit studio setup? Is it that the light is warmer? Is it because it is usually balanced throughout the image? Does it create a more successful photograph because it is recognizable as being all-natural? Interestingly enough, the primary reason that most people like [...]
If you are interested in becoming a professional portrait photographer (even if it would mean starting as a part-time career) you should immediately understand that this is not something that requires a huge amount of studio space or initial investment. This is because portrait photography does not have to be formal or official and the [...]
The female form has been represented in works of art for centuries. Trends in fashion have been traced through many ages of these representations, and some of the first popular methods of capturing women on film were fashion photography, “glamour” photography and wedding photography. Today these are still some of the most common ways that [...]
You know as much as I love photographing trees, flowers and most pretty things that come from nature, people are still one of the most fascinating to photograph. Wouldn’t you agree? Let’s talk about this for a minute. People are so interesting because what they say and what they do are two different things, until [...]
How To Take The Most Breathtaking, Brilliant And Incredibly Stunning Photos Every Single Time You Press The Shutter Button In 7 Days Or Less Even If You Know Nothing About Photography And You’ve Never Used A Digital Camera Before