Posts by Author: Alex Baker
Alex Baker is a portrait and lifestyle driven photographer based in Valencia, Spain. She works on a range of projects from commercial to fine art and has had work featured in publications such as The Daily Mail, Conde Nast Traveller and El Mundo, and has exhibited work across Europe
Here are the astounding winning images of the 2024 iPhone Photography Awards
Aug 20, 2024
Alex Baker
The iPhone Photography Awards (IPPAWARDS) have once again unveiled a breathtaking collection of images, highlighting the extraordinary potential of smartphone photography in capturing powerful stories….
How to master backlight in portrait photography
Aug 19, 2024
Alex Baker
Backlighting is a powerful tool in portrait photography and gives you several different ways to highlight your subject and create visually stunning images. This lighting…
How to feather your light like a pro
Aug 19, 2024
Alex Baker
When I started learning more about portrait lighting, I remember being a little confused about feathering the light. What could that possibly mean? And why…
This man turned his house into a giant pinhole camera
Aug 16, 2024
Alex Baker
It doesn’t take much to create a pinhole camera. You can pretty much make one out of anything that is light proof, from teddy bears…
These impressive photos are the finalists of the 2024 Ocean Photographer of the Year
Aug 15, 2024
Alex Baker
Judges have sifted through thousands of stunning images to select this year’s finalists for the Ocean Photographer of the Year award. The final images include…
Never miss out on a group photo again, with Google Pixel 9’s ‘Add Me’ AI feature
Aug 14, 2024
Alex Baker
Google’s Pixel 9 phones have an interesting new feature called “Add Me,” which lets you create real-time composites in-camera-phone. At first, I thought it was…
These common portfolio mistakes make you look amateur
Aug 14, 2024
Alex Baker
The photography portfolio is often a source of stress for new photographers (and some older ones, too!). What should go in it? Do I have…
How to make your slow-motion footage look more cinematic
Aug 13, 2024
Alex Baker
Slow motion is more than just a cool effect, it’s a way to capture the magic of a moment, and transform the ordinary into something…
6 tips for mastering outdoor family portrait lighting
Aug 13, 2024
Alex Baker
When it comes to family portraits, the magic isn’t just in the smiles—it’s in the light. Any shoots that involve small children can be hectic…
This photographer shoots on movie sets, but it’s not all glamour and film stars
Aug 9, 2024
Alex Baker
Few of us have the patience to watch the credits scroll to the end after watching a movie or TV show. However, if we do,…