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Covering a child’s birthday party is one of the easiest ways to step into the world of event photography—and it can also bring in referral bookings for your business. These celebrations are filled with energy, colour and genuine emotion, and the photographs become treasured memories that families look back on for years. Taking shots of kids is usually quite straightforward, …
Choosing a subject is a crucial part of capturing outstanding photographs. Sometimes the subject is chosen instinctively, other times it may take days of planning or arise from inspiration. The choice of subject depends on both the photographer’s mindset and the situation. In photography, the subject is simply the object the photographer intends to capture. In other words, it is …
Candid photography can be challenging because it’s not just about capturing great moments—you must capture them at the perfect time. Timing is everything in candid shots, as moments can vanish in the blink of an eye. Candid photography mainly involves unplanned shots of unposed subjects. These shots are unpredictable; unlike traditional photography, there’s usually no second chance or retake. Family …
Every historic photograph was captured using specialised cameras. Nowadays, cameras available in the market are less specialised but come with modern settings and techniques. Even the lenses have unique features. Therefore, when buying a new camera, it’s important to research the manufacturer’s support and lens specifications to ensure the general-purpose camera meets your photography needs. Most photographers prefer essential features …
Beach weddings bring immense joy and create many special moments. To capture these memories perfectly, you should familiarise yourself with your camera settings. Wedding photography is a crucial step in building a successful career in photography. While the bride and groom may feel some stress on the wedding day, your excellent photos can help ease their worries and allow them …
Long exposure photography, a style often used in night photography, creates stunning and ethereal effects with high-resolution quality. To take long exposure shots, you mainly need a DSLR camera paired with a tripod. Most long exposure photos are taken at night using a wide-angle lens to capture sharp images. Set an aperture between f/12 and f/32 and switch your camera …
Capturing motion pictures without blur is essential to preserve the most memorable moments, like a child dancing, a pet’s first reaction, hanging dolls, or swimming. To freeze these moments effectively, you need to understand how to use your camera properly. Blur often occurs when photographing moving subjects. Here are some professional photographer tips to help you freeze motion: Freezing Motion …
Taking a self-portrait is one of the most popular forms of expression as it reflects a person’s own image. Capturing stunning self-portraits doesn’t require many rules; simple tips can help you create beautiful images. Using a standard camera with a tripod makes taking self-portraits easy. You need to set yourself as the subject. No Auto Focus When starting with self-portraits, …
All humans love to experiment with different situations and techniques to achieve great photography. Some people are more passionate about it and try to capture unique and creative shots, even with their phone cameras. You can take different shots from home, such as photographing food, snapping candid pictures of your pets, and most interesting of all, capturing water drops. Water …
The food photography genre is hugely popular across modern websites and blogs. To capture striking food photography, photographers should focus on simple tricks and techniques that can turn ordinary shots into eye-catching images. Here we’ve highlighted 10 interesting tips to help make your food photography look more professional and enjoyable. Taking flat shots Capture your food subjects from directly above …