School Of Digital Photography: Bird Photography Tips - Using Monopods, Tripods and other types of supports

School Of Digital Photography: Bird Photography Tips - Using Monopods, Tripods and other types of supports: "Bird photography more often than not involves very long focal length lenses which by their very nature are very heavy. And this is where the use of various accessories for stabilizing the camera comes into play."



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Photography Tips: When Going to a Professional |

Photography Tips: When Going to a Professional |: "We all know that professional photography is an investment, but it's definitely worth it. We never regret getting amazing photos of our kids, right?!

Because it is an investment there are decisions to make and questions to ask that moms may not even about, especially when it comes to your newborn. We sat down with Emily Brumley at M Photography and she gave us some great tips for parents when talking to your photographer, looking for a photographer, and in deciding what is best for your shoot."



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Do You Need to Upgrade to the Latest Camera?

Do You Need to Upgrade to the Latest Camera?: "Camera-envy is the bane of many photographers. Discussion forums are filled with conversations about the benefits of the latest and greatest camera gear, and our commercial-driven societies fill us with the deep-seated need for more, more, more! But do you really need to upgrade to the latest camera?"



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Landscape Photography and Hyperfocal Distance

Landscape Photography and Hyperfocal Distance: "I can remember when autofocus was relatively new and many photographers distrusted it. Now it’s the other way around – autofocus has become so good and so ubiquitous that manual focus lenses are a rarity. It’s easy to forget that sometimes it’s better to turn it off and use manual focus instead."



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Sun Too Harsh? Modify It! - Digital Photography School

Sun Too Harsh? Modify It! - Digital Photography School: "I’m big on shooting portraits outdoors.  I love the natural light, the variety of locations available, and the more natural feel.  I think for the average subject, a studio can be an intimidating place.  The problem with shooting outdoors is that you are at the mercy of Mother Nature, for the most part, when it comes to light.  But not to worry.  Just as a simple speedlite can be modified, so can the sun."



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