Saturday, December 15, 2012

iphone photography tips «

iphone photography tips «: "You don’t have to be a professional photographer or have an expensive camera to take a great photo. These amazing iPhone photos prove it. Here are 10 examples of the amazingly artistic shots you can get with your iPhone. For more, check out the Flickr photo stream called iPhoneography."

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Stock Photography Tips: Five Photos That Sell

Stock Photography Tips: Five Photos That Sell: "With stock photography, you don’t have to worry about the where. Stock agencies take care of that part for you. But it definitely helps to know what buyers want."

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Planning Your Next Photographic Trip

Planning Your Next Photographic Trip: "As soon as my trip is confirmed I begin to research my destination by looking on the internet for the highlights of that place. I try to find out as much as possible, for example the local customs and traditions, the food, any festivals or special events taking place while I’m there, where the markets are and so on. I also try to familiarise myself with different areas and start to pull together a shot list based on what needs to be photographed. Then I book my hotel so that I can plan my days according to where I am based in relation to where I need to shoot."

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Capturing the Quintessential Travel Portrait

Capturing the Quintessential Travel Portrait: "You’d be hard-pressed to find many people who don’t love to travel – especially amongst camera wielders. We love exploring new places around the globe and bringing back photos to share with all our friends. It’s exciting, and a look at the world outside our own perspective."

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It's Photo Shoot Season! - 4 Tips on Getting Great Family Photos | Black and Married With Kids.com - A Positive Image of Marriage and Family

It's Photo Shoot Season! - 4 Tips on Getting Great Family Photos | Black and Married With Kids.com - A Positive Image of Marriage and Family: "When I first became a mother, I planned elaborate photo shoots with my daughter. I hoped to capture every moment, every memory on film. I was absolutely amazed that I played a part in creating this lovely little person and wanted to document her journey here on earth"

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Friday, December 14, 2012

Exposing to the Right

Exposing to the Right: "Exposing to the right (often refferred to as ETTR) is a technique that seems to polarise opinions across the internet so you can find plenty of examples of people supporting its use and an equal number of people claiming it adds no value.  The principles of the technique however do hold value and are valid to consider when out taking images.  As it is a technique that I regularly employ when photographing landscapes I wanted to share the reasoning behind it, and show an example of the benefit it can bring."

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Thursday, December 13, 2012

Macro Photography Tips

Macro Photography Tips: "Here are three tips to get you started on your macro journey. These very basic things changed my photography forever."

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Winter wildlife photography: tips for taking amazing pictures at home | Digital Camera World

Winter wildlife photography: tips for taking amazing pictures at home | Digital Camera World: "Want to shoot winter wildlife photography but not leave the comfort of home? Find out how to stay warm – and well hidden – and hone your bird photography skills on the many birds that are active in your garden this time of year"

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HDR Photo Software – PictureCorrect

HDR Photo Software – PictureCorrect: "
High dynamic range, or HDR photography has been rapidly growing in popularity lately, with websites like Flickr and PictureSocial overflowing with images created using the technique. It is possible to create HDR photos in Photoshop; however, there are a couple other programs out there that are easier to use and give more dynamic results. In a made for YouTube video (oldie but a goodie), Robert Chang gives an overview of his two favorite HDR imaging programs which may come in handy if you’ve been thinking about trying your hand at the technique. Have a look here:"

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Spot Metering Technique with HDR Photography – PictureCorrect

Spot Metering Technique with HDR Photography – PictureCorrect: "determine the dynamic range of a scene is spot metering. It can help you produce a correct exposure every single time you press the shutter release button."

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