The subject that you’re photographing needs to be treated with dignity and respect, after all, the subject that you’re photographing needs to be your main focus. You will want to start by capturing the face, the face is the focal point of your shoot when you are shooting a person. You will also want to…
The Ultimate Guide to Photographing People for the Shy Photographer
Photographing other people can seem challenging for shy people, but it’s possible to overcome. Focus only on positive thoughts and why you want to take the picture. Get familiar with your camera so it is not distracting when it is time to shoot. Take a couple photos every day, starting with objects rather than people….
Weekly Photography Challenge – Texture
The Digital Photography School is currently holding a weekly challenge that consists of users submitting photographs of various textures up close. These textured photographs can be grey scale or colored, depending on the look the student is aiming for. Some submissions have already made their way in, including one by Megan Kennedy, and another sent…
The Big Lie About Lifestyle Photography
Many individuals claim that their favorite professional photographs are those that are candid and taken without any direction. Most expert photographers roll their eyes at this statement, since they know that even the most carefree photos are typically posed for with direction from an experienced photographer. Successful photographers know how to effectively direct their subjects…
Photography Tips for Sharp Photos
To take the best quality pictures, follow these tips: (1) use a tripod, (2) use a timer, (3) Invest in quality lenses, (4) choose the aperture two stops from wide open, (5) choose an appropriate shutter speed. Tips one, two and four are simple enough. The third can be difficult given the price of good…