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A few photos from the gallery are displayed below. Please visit the gallery to view all the images in full size.  These are images that I have taken over the years in and around Philadelphia and other places that I have traveled to.  From the gallery you can add the images to the shopping cart and checkout. Please feel free to contact me at shootphilly@gmail.com if you have any questions, comments or issues.

 

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The Blog

Photography is my passion. Writing about photography is a fun and relaxing experience for me. I will be publishing about two articles per week on topics that are related to photography and videography. The City of Philadelphia is my hometown and I enjoy writing about Philadelphia as well. Click on the images below to read my most recent articles or visit the blog section to scroll through all the articles. Comments and feedback are greatly appreciated. Thank you for visiting my site.

Portrait Photo Field

Great Ways In Which You Can Shoot Portrait Photography

Portraits are one of the most powerful and impactful genres of photography but taking the perfect shot is not always as easy as it might first appear! It’s essential to practise your portrait photography to get the best results but there are also practical, tried and tested tips and advice that you can start putting…

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Best Photography Forums And How To Find The Perfect Community

Photography can often be a solitary art which requires long hours of work, late nights and plenty of studying to keep up to date with the latest trends and technologies, particularly if you’re a professional or a working freelancer. To compound this, it’s not always easy to meet people in your daily life who share…

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How Is The Future Of Photography Going To Look Like?

Since photography first burst onto the scene some 200 years ago it has gone through an incredible arc of evolution and growth. The evolution of photography was driven by its early pioneers, the increasing democratization and widespread access to photographic equipment, but, ultimately, it was mostly due to improvements in the technology that was available…

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Munich Airport Street Photo

Rights Of A Street Photographer – What You Need To Know

Street photography, the art of shooting photos in public spaces, is an exciting and varied genre that captures unique, unexpected scenes of daily life that make great images full of authentic pathos and points of interest. Realistic and candid photos of people in public make fantastic photos which audiences are always interested in. Nonetheless, you…

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Enlarged Photo

How You Can Enlarge Photos And Print Without Losing Quality

There are some photos that either surprise you with how well they came out or capture a special moment that you never want to forget. On other occasions, you might be putting together a photography exhibition or creating a poster, or larger scale prints, to hang on the walls of your home or workplace. In…

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Photography School

All You Need To Know About Selecting A Photography School

If you have a passion for photography and are considering turning your pastime into a career, then photography school is an excellent, tried and tested route to achieve your dreams. Whether you’re completely new to photography or slightly more experienced, then photography school could be the ingredient which sets you on the right path to…

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Photography Test Shoots – Everything You Need to Know

A test shoot is an opportunity to let your creativity flow, try out new things, form lasting bonds with potential clients and network among your peers. While you are test shooting you have the perfect chance to experiment with your ideas, build up your portfolio and have some fun without the usual pressures of a…

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Snow Road Belgium

Cold Weather Photography – Important Things To Know

Working in cold weather can be hugely exhilarating for photographers, and while most other people would prefer to stay indoors if you get out into the wilds you can take some incredible photos! The cold weather often brings snow, ice and hail with it, all fantastic elements to work with as a photographer. Crisp white…

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Sharp Image

Outdoor Photography Studio – Everything You Need To Know

When you think of a photography studio you’re likely to picture an indoor studio with lights, backdrops and a busy team of assistants managing the daily schedule; however, an outdoor studio can be a valuable asset for any photographer! Outdoor photography studios can easily be set up at a much lower cost than an indoor…

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American Flag

American Civil War Photography – Everything You Need To Know

The first time war time photography emerged was during the Mexican-American War, 1846-48, and the Crimean War, 1853-56; however it wasn’t until the American Civil War, 1861-65, that photography became far more widespread. Just 20 years after the invention of photography there were already more than 5000 photographers working in America and so when the…

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War Painting Photo

Impressionist Photography – What You Need To Know

When photography first emerged in the mid 19th Century, it not only transformed the arts, particularly painting, but it also had a huge impact on society as a whole. First invented in the 1830s by Louis-Jacques-MandeDaguerre, who created the ‘daguerreotype camera’; a technology that was quickly embraced by artists who instantly saw its incredible potential….

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Charging For Photography – Everything You Need To Know

One of the most common questions that photographers ask is how much they should be charging for their work. It’s not always easy to judge the value of your own work, particularly in the creative industries, however, getting it right is crucial. Learning to set the right price for your photography will not only ensure…

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Camera Photography Workshop

Photography Workshops – Everything You Need To Know

Photography workshops are a wonderful way to improve your skills, expand your knowledge base and meet interesting new people. Photography is a lifelong learning adventure and so even if you feel as though you’re on top of your game there’s still plenty of good reasons to continue attending workshops, courses and classes. Photography is a…

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Reasons Why Photography Is Not A Great Hobby

Photography is an increasingly popular pastime for people of all ages and backgrounds, particularly with the easy access to relatively high tech equipment at falling prices; but it’s not all upside! Having a hobby that you are passionate about is a great way to keep yourself focused and driven in life. It also gives you…

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Guest Post

Great Reasons Why You Should Do Guest Posts

Guest posting is one of the most effective marketing strategies in the modern digital world and whether you want to grow your audience, expand your company’s brand or develop a reputation as an authority in the industry, then it’s certainly a great investment of time and energy. A ‘guest post’ is a type of article…

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Magazine Cover Photo

How To Get Your Articles Published In A Photography Magazine

Regardless of whether you’re a new and aspiring writer or an established freelancer, getting your work published in photography magazines can be a tough, uphill struggle. The process can also appear to be confusing and lack proper transparency, but with hard work and determination you can still have your work published in the top magazines…

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Serious Writer

Writing About Photography – What You Need To Know

If photography is your passion and you’ve been wondering how you can expand the services you can provide; then writing about the subject is a fantastic way to further your understanding of the artform as well as potentially earning a handy side income. You can use the income that you make from your photography writing…

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Technical Vs Creative Photos – How To Strike The Right Balance.

Photography is a highly creative artform but it relies on the technical possibilities that are available, both in terms of the photographer’s knowledge and the camera and equipment itself. This leaves you, as a photographer, with a difficult conundrum – how far can you push the creative aspects of photography without skipping on the technical…

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Travel Photography – How To Avoid The Common Clichés.

Travel photography is an extremely popular genre that includes everyone from highly acclaimed professionals to the average tourist snapping a few shots on holiday. However, as a result of its popularity it’s a field that is unfortunately bursting with clichés! We’ve all seen thousands of photos which are cliched and unimpressive, even if they are…

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Travel Photography – Important Things To Know

Travel photography is one of the most evocative, powerful and popular genres of photography, and whether you work in a professional capacity or as a keen hobbyist there are many ways that you can improve your photos. The best travel photography can truly capture the imaginations of your audience and evoke a real sense of…

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Old Grill

Important Things To Know About Professional Food Photography

Food blogging and food photography has seen a massive increase in popularity as people take their diets and the food they eat more seriously than ever before! This means that food photographers are enjoying a wide range of opportunities, working with major food brands, blogs, food websites, cookery brands and much more besides! There’s no…

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Dark Clouds In Sky

Best Ways Of Capturing The Magic Of The Sky In Your Photos

Many of the most breathtaking photos that you’ve ever seen include dramatic skies that set the mood for the entire scene you are viewing. Each sky, with its clouds and subtle range of hues, is completely unique and will only ever happen once; so if you can capture that special moment in your work you…

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History of Self Portraiture And Great Ways To Do It

In the modern world all of the major social media platforms are swamped with ‘selfies’ but it might surprise you to realize that this is nothing new; and the main difference between the present day and the past is the ease of creating self portraits rather than the desire to do so. With a smartphone…

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Rain On Window

The Great Art Of Taking Photographs In The Rain

Rain photography is a highly dramatic and emotive genre of the artform which can transform the mundane into a superb composition; however, there are many challenges of shooting in the rain, not only because you need to keep your gear dry but also because of the poor lighting and constant movement within the scene. Taking…

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