The best place to start is with quotes from famous photographers about what makes a good photograph. [ExpertPhotography is supported by readers. Product links on ExpertPhotography are referral links. If you use one of these and buy something, we make a little bit of money. Need more info? See how it all works here.] What Makes a Good Photograph? Competitions care more about the content of an image. Not whether it follows photography rules....

2. Prepare the Right Gear for Toy Photography Before you start clicking away at your chosen toys, it’s really important to make sure you have the right gear on hand. Many types of photography work with minimal gear, but when you’re dealing with small toys, some equipment makes the process much easier. Tripod Toy photography has similar requirements to still life photography, and a tripod is always at the top of my list....

11. Dramatic Landscape Photography: Photographing at the Wrong Time of Day The idea that you can just show up at any time of the day and get the best photo is an illusion. Those who want to be successful in photography know that their day is going to revolve around photography. That might mean going to bed early to wake up for sunrise. Or rescheduling your evening meal for the sunset....

Fortunately, it’s much easier with a super telephoto lens. That means anything over 400mm… the point at which lenses start to get very heavy—and expensive! After looking at all the factors, we decided the best super telephoto lens is the Tamron SP 150-600mm f/5-6.3 Di VC USD. It performs to a high standard while also being available for an amazing price! [Note: ExpertPhotography is supported by readers. Product links on ExpertPhotography are referral links....

Some of these quotes come from famous street photographers. Other quotes come from photographers whose words resonate with my own ideas and thoughts. Here are the best 25 street photography quotes. Enjoy! Don’t struggle with bulky camera manuals while photographing the streets! Check out our Quick Capture Cheat Sheets that are compact, informational and perfect for learning on-the-go! ‘Everything you’ve ever wanted is on the other side of fear.’ George Addair...

Thanks to the rise of social media, we can now learn from the old masters and explore talented contemporary photographers at the click of a button. Need inspiration for your own photography? Check out some of my favorite (not so famous) and famous black and white photographers to follow. 9. Tim Booth and the Black and White Photographers’ Aesthetic I never quite know what I’m going to see next from Tim Booth....

The Nik Collection plug-ins are some of the best around for quickly and flexibly editing your photos. In this DxO Nik Collection 4 review, we will look at the new features to see if the plug-ins are worth the upgrade. Getting to Know Nik Collection 4 If you are new to the Nik Collection, you will need some background to understand what all the fuss is about. The Nik Collection is a suite of seven, now eight, individual plugins....

A model release form can range from a single page of simple text to a hefty document that includes complicated legal terms. As a photographer, it’s important to know when you need the form and what you should include in it. [This article does not contain any legal advice and is intended for educational purposes only.] What is a Model Release Form and Why is it Important? A simple model release form is a contract....

A good flash unit can elevate your photography… especially one you can use off-camera with radio triggering. In the past years, such units have come a long way in performance and reliability. So let’s see what my experiences were with this Godox kit. And find out if you should get it for yourself! Overview of Godox V860ii The Godox V860II is the second generation of Godox’s most popular SpeedLite-style flashgun line....

It takes some patience, but it’s so easy to do. So let’s get started! How to Change the Background Color in Photoshop Here’s our step-by-step tutorial, so let’s begin! Step 1. Choose Your Photo The quality of your finished image depends on the amount of time you spend on the process. If it’s your first time to change background color in Photoshop, choose an image with sharp edges and a clean background....

[ExpertPhotography is supported by readers. Product links on ExpertPhotography are referral links. If you use one of these and buy something we make a little bit of money. Need more info? See how it all works here.] Exploring Shutter Actuations: How Does a Mechanical Shutter Work? Mechanical shutters are found in all DSLRs and most mirrorless cameras today. The most common type of shutter has two curtains. When you press the shutter button, the first curtain slides up and lets the light onto the camera sensor....

Creating a Facebook Photography Page Starting a photography page on Facebook is easy. The crucial part is knowing which options to select to get the most out of your account. When registering your fan page, the first thing you want to do is to select the right category. I find it’s best to list yourself as a website rather than a public figure. There are a couple of reasons for this....

These essential tips will help you plan and execute a hassle free newborn session. Newborn Photo Session 101 Newborns are very delicate and you need to handle them with the utmost care. Make sure that you have this experience before you even set foot in your clients’ home or studio. Newborns can’t support their heads so you’ll need to hold them at the neck. They also don’t like being cold....

This means you have to work harder and be a lot more organized and creative.This it true in the way you take your pictures and also the way you sell them. Our Top Tips on How to Sell Landscape Photos This article is all about how to make money from landscape photography, from selling prints to stock photos. 6. A Long-Term Business Plan Will Help You Focus Your Efforts Photography is like any other business....

Section 1 – Before You Get There. First thing’s first, you’ve found a client who want’s a photographer – you need to get a brief from them and decide upon the price you’re going to charge. Give them a price – don’t ask for a budget. Explain exactly what it is you do and how you can contribute to their team. A little tip from my own experience is that the more you charge, the more likely they are to hire you....

Not sure where to start? Here is a beginner’s guide to music festival photography. Festival Photography: The Media Pass What Is a Media Pass? This is the first step to photographing a music festival. Will you need a media pass? Some festivals welcome photographers with professional gear. Other festivals will turn you away at the door. A media pass is also known as a photo pass, press pass or a press credential....

The idea is to take a photo of yourself in a mirror without the camera being visible. How do you create a hidden camera mirror illusion? Well, it takes roughly three shots and a little bit of Photoshop trickery. [Note: ExpertPhotography is supported by readers. Product links on ExpertPhotography are referral links. If you use one of these and buy something, we make a little bit of money. Need more info?...

One simple way to dive into the world of portrait lighting is to learn the butterfly lighting setup. It is easy to set up, simple to understand, and the flattering results will make both you and your subject happy! [ExpertPhotography is supported by readers. Product links on ExpertPhotography are referral links. If you use one of these and buy something, we make a little bit of money. Need more info?...

Unless you use a tilt-shift lens, you’re always going to end up using Photoshop Lens Correction. And this nifty filter is useful for more than just architecture photography. Here are the basics. How to Use the Photoshop Lens Correction Filter There are basically two ways to use Photoshop Lens Correction. You can let Photoshop do the corrections automatically. The problem is that you don’t have any control. So, the alternative is to do it manually....

In Photoshop, you can drag and drop an overlay onto your image. This will instantly take your photos to the next level. In this article, I’ll show you how to start with Photoshop Overlays. [ExpertPhotography is supported by readers. Product links on ExpertPhotography are referral links. If you use one of these and buy something, we make a little bit of money. Need more info? See how it all works here....