How Studying Leonardo Da Vinci Will Help You Master Photography
bySuccessful photographers use past experiences to inform present day decisions from which lens to use, to how to compose, and everything in between. Let’s…
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The Study Of Light And It’s Impact On Your Photography
byFrancis Bacon once said “In order for the light to shine so brightly, darkness must be present.” Nowhere could this be more relevant than…
The Top Three Investments For Improving Your Photography
byBelieve it or not, the next camera or lens you’ve got your eye on is probably not the best investment you could make if…
How My Photograph Ended Up In National Geographic Traveler Magazine
byMy photography business plan has always been fairly straightforward… Build a website, take some photos, sell some photos, get published in respected magazine, have…
5 Myths Of Being A Professional Photographer
byThere is no shortage of information about the business of photography. Everyone’s got an opinion that sometimes conflicts with others opinions and this can…
Photography Idea For The Coldest Of Days
byCold weather can be tough on photographers, we are delicate flowers. It’s been so cold here in Pittsburgh that I’ve had days weeks where…
Inspirational Photography Books You Should Read
byThere are two primary exercises in maintaining a healthy creative side; produce and consume. First, to produce is pretty self-explanatory, this is the process…
How To Plan Your Shots To Drastically Increase Your Success Rate
byIt used to be I’d just head out with my camera and let serendipity take the wheel. If you know anything about serendipity you…
The Most Important Thing To Remember When Creating Light Trails In The City
byIt’s hard to boil down a type of photography to one key ingredient, but I suppose you can certainly choose “one of” the most…
The Ven Diagram Approach To Improving As A Photographer
byWhen we set out to shoot we generally have an idea, a commission, or a goal in mind. Maybe we will be shooting street…
Why Umbrellas Enhance Your Street Photography
byWhat is it about umbrellas that make them so photogenic? I wish I was an umbrella… All joking aside, have you ever noticed how…
Spend Less On Camera Lenses… If You Hate Nice Photos
byA couple of years ago I wrote an article professing the Nikon 16-35mm f/4 lens as the best landscape lens money can buy, both…