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…
All You Need To Know About Silhouette Photography
Silhouette photography is a unique artform which can capture the dramatic nature of shape and form in a clear and visually stunning way. A fantastic silhouette photograph will jump right off the page and fully engage the viewer in the scene. There are, however, several technical and practical pieces of knowledge that you’ll have to…
Why Is Pre-visualization Important In Photography?
Pre-visualization, or Previz for short, is a fundamental technique that is used by photographers everywhere to help them improve the final results of their work. Pre-visualization is the act of imagining, or ‘seeing’ the finished photo before the shot is even taken. This takes practice and mental focus but as you become better at the…
How To Learn Photography On Your Own Without Training
Photography is a fascinating art form that has undergone unparalleled evolution in the past few decades. Huge improvements in camera technologies have made hitherto inaccessible cameras available to the general consumer markets and with these advancements a massive increase in interest in the field has followed. But can you really teach yourself photography or do…
The Best Camera Shooting Modes For Beginners
When you decide to upgrade from relying on your phone or a point and shoot camera to a better model one of the first things you will be faced with is a wider array of ‘modes’ on your new camera. That said though, it’s not just newbies who have a lot to learn about what…
What Are The Important Debates In Photography?
There have always been debates in the field of photography and it is these competing points of view that have made it an exciting art form that has developed more rapidly than almost any other over the last century! Some debates have raged for decades, while others are quite new and the result of emerging…