Becoming a skilled photographer takes high amounts of dedication, patience, and perseverance. You’re going to need to take the time to familiarize yourself with your camera to get used to the different settings and compositions. Finding your own style will set you apart from the rest in comparison to simply using your camera’s auto features….
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…