As we wade into the third month of winter and get ready for Valentine’s Day, February is a great time to focus on taking photos of the people you love. When you’re taking portraits of your loved ones, whether it’s your significant other or your family, try using a wider aperture to create a blurred background.
Read MoreOne of the most fun techniques to experiment with when you have a camera is macro photography. Closeups of birds, flowers, and bees can fill a whole composition with color and detail, illuminating a small but complex world. When taking these shots, consider varying the angle at which you’re capturing the scene. If you shoot straight on, it can be a less dynamic composition. Try capturing your subject from the side or shooting from above or below.
Read MoreShooting outdoors can create all kinds of difficulties for portrait photographers. Harsh sunlight often casts your subjects in an unflattering light and can also make it difficult for them to keep their eyes open.
Read MoreThanksgiving is a time to cherish your family and friends, to be grateful, and to eat well. It’s also a great time to try your hand at food photography. The variety of dishes and colors should give you plenty to work with. But food photography can be intimidating starting out, especially with the prevalence of so many professional shots on Instagram.
Read MoreOctober presents powerful possibilities for nature photographers, especially for lovers of color. It’s now that summer finally surrenders to fall foliage: throughout so much of the country, leaves flare into a display of oranges, reds, and yellows. These vivid displays can make photos as crisp as the fall air, but unfortunately, sometimes difficult conditions can stifle our images.
Read MoreAll summer long we have all been traveling and documenting our travels with pictures along the way. As summer is coming to an end, it is important to get all the needed supplies for photography. Here are five things that will help you take your photography to the next level to impress your friends and family.
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