Posts by Author: Jeff Guyer
Jeff Guyer is a commercial/portrait photographer based in Atlanta, GA. Still an avid street photographer and film shooter, Jeff also launched a kids photography class three years ago, where rumor has it he learns more from the kids than they learn from him.
The Recesky TLR DIY Camera Kit – A Review
Dec 13, 2013
Jeff Guyer
It occurred to me recently that I’ve been a regular contributor here at DIY Photography for four months, and I’ve yet to actually write anything…
18 Photography Apps Each Smartphone Photographer Should Consider
Dec 10, 2013
Jeff Guyer
If you stop to think about it, that little eye on the world on the back of your smart phone is a technological wonder– particularly…
Tips for Overcoming Shyness as a Photographer
Dec 3, 2013
Jeff Guyer
“If you are a silent sniper with a telephoto, when they do notice you they will feel like you’ve taken something from them.” As photographers,…
12 Pointers That Will Help Your DSLR Live Longer
Nov 26, 2013
Jeff Guyer
It’s that time of year again. Can you feel it? Camera companies have launched shiny new, “must-have” trinkets. Your GAS (Gear Acquisition Syndrome) is raging…
On Being Generous – With Your Photography and Your Time
Nov 22, 2013
Jeff Guyer
I received the following email a few weeks ago: “Hello, my name is Sam. I am a 7th grade student at _____ Middle School. I…
15 Photographic Lighting Books and Why You Want Them
Nov 18, 2013
Jeff Guyer
I guess I’ve had lighting on the mind lately. Except for a select few, I don’t think anyone ever truly “masters” photographic lighting. As I…
The Leica Freedom Train: A Legacy Beyond Photography
Nov 12, 2013
Jeff Guyer
One of my favorite neighbors sends me photography-related emails every so often. She’ll send me a link for an upcoming museum exhibit or gallery show….
10 Photography Lighting Tutorials From Beginners to Pros
Nov 8, 2013
Jeff Guyer
Mastering light — or even just taming it– is one of the biggest and most difficult challenges facing any photographer. Regardless of whether you shoot…
Using Our Photographic Super Powers for Good
Nov 5, 2013
Jeff Guyer
This tends to be a pretty emotional time of year for me. The three-month stretch between October and December marks several anniversaries. Defining moments. For…
How to Write a Better Photography Bio
Nov 1, 2013
Jeff Guyer
As photographers, it’s our job to make people look good. It’s interesting, then, how difficult it can be for so many of us to write…