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Publish Date: 1 April 2017By nancieCamera clubs are excellent places for photographers to learn and share photography. In my own development as a photographer I owe much of my early inspiration, learning and excitement about photography to time spent in Images Alberta Camera Club in Edmonton. The friendships developed and the lessons learned have stayed with me through life. I have an abiding fondness for camera clubs, but there can be a dark side to belonging to a camera club…. http://www.oopoomoo.com/2017/01/the-camera-... See more -
Publish Date: 30 March 2017By nancieIn photography terms, composition can make the difference between a good image and a fantastic one. Yes, you need all the other components; the light has to be dramatic, the subject compelling, and the colours vibrant. All of these will add to the final result. If you have all that, but your composition is not great, the image will fall flat. Jay Maisel has a quote that goes like this, “As the photographer, you are responsible for every inch of the frame”. This is true, and one of J... See more -
Publish Date: 30 March 2017By nancieJuxtaposition – it’s one of my favorite words, and also one of the most important aspects of successful photography. It’s used in portraiture, outdoor adventure, and frequently in travel photography. In images of the landscape, however, juxtaposition is often overlooked. I say overlooked because many photographers integrate juxtaposed elements in their landscapes without even being aware of them. You see, juxtaposition, or the way different elements conflict and contrast, is a... See more -
Publish Date: 30 March 2017By nancieBroadly speaking there are two types of portraits. The first is where you try to make the model look as beautiful as possible. You may need a make-up artist or stylist to do it properly. Most commercial photographers are paid to make their models look beautiful, and there are many links with the world of fashion photography. The other is where you try and capture somebody’s essence, create character portraits. One interesting thing about this style of portraiture is that it opens up you... See more -
Publish Date: 30 March 2017By nancieIt’s good to keep moving forward and trying new things all the time. There are times when going back to an old photography location can be a great idea, though. Even if you have a stellar photo from that location it doesn’t mean you can’t get an equally good image that has different characteristics. The easiest places to make return visits to are of course those local to you, but heading back to that far-off exotic destination is also rewarding. Let’s take a look at thos... See more -
Publish Date: 30 March 2017By nancieThe only downside to taking images in natural places is the beauty can often be replaced with poor weather and an unexpected, challenging environment in which to photograph. If you are anything like me, then you look forward to these little adventures. However, it is always good to remember that whether or not you are visiting your local national park for the day, or going on an expedition to a far off distant land, it is important to look after yourself and your gear so you both come home safe... See more -
Publish Date: 26 March 2017By nancie"I’m drawn to the darkness," says National Geographic photographer Robbie Shone, who has been documenting caves around the world for 17 years. Caving was once a hobby Shone did on weekends but he ultimately fell in love with the rush of descending into these alien, underground worlds. The experience of caving is not all that fuels him. The challenge of illuminating dark spaces also allows him to hone his technical skills. "Photography where you just put the camera on aperture priori... See more -
Publish Date: 26 March 2017By nancieThere are over 25,000 wild species of orchids on six continents around the globe, not counting thousands more hybrids cultivated by horticulturalists. Orchids come in a dizzying array of shapes, sizes, and in almost every color except true black. They live in soil, atop rocks, or on trees, gleaning nutrients from the moist air. Orchids are also masters of manipulation, using the full arsenal of their anatomy—color, textures, and smells—to trick insects into spreading their pol... See more -
Publish Date: 23 March 2017By nancieThis article will give you some tips on how you can enhance your black and white images by using infrared photography..... https://digital-photography-school.com/enhancing-black-and-white-infrared-photography/ See more -
Publish Date: 23 March 2017By nancieDid you ever wonder how the photographers of the past did it? All they had were manual cameras and yet somehow they had a method that beats even the latest technology in autofocus! Wonder what it was? Let’s find out first what it was and discuss what most call the best street photography camera settings.... https://digital-photography-school.com/best-street-photography-settings/ See more
