Inspiration
Shortlisted photos of 2019 Astronomy Photographer of the Year are breathtaking
Jun 18, 2019
Dunja Đuđić Kalinin
Here’s a real treat for all astrophotography fans and space enthusiasts. Insight Investment Astronomy Photographer of the Year has just announced its shortlisted images of…
How to photograph wild backyard birds using flash on pre-built sets
Jun 14, 2019
David Travis
Last year I joined my local photography club. The club holds regular competitions and I was amazed by the quality of the bird and wildlife…
This is what happens when you ask a photographer to cat-sit for you
Jun 14, 2019
John Aldred
I love photographing animals in the studio, and I’m obviously not the only one. When actor and photographer Josell Mariano was asked to look after…
Five fun ways to promote your work through Instagram Stories
Jun 13, 2019
Dunja Đuđić Kalinin
Many photographers use Instagram to show off their work. But other than posting images, you can also get engagement and promote your work through Stories….
It took seven cameras and two years to create this stunning video of total solar eclipse
Jun 12, 2019
Dunja Đuđić Kalinin
In August 2017, millions of people observed and admired a total solar eclipse. Many of them filmed and photographed it, too. In 2019, videos photos…
Why you should delete photos to remember precious moments
Jun 12, 2019
Dunja Đuđić Kalinin
We all love taking photos. After all, that’s what brought us together here on DIYP, right? Photographing important moments makes us keep them remember them…
What shooting film taught me about black and white images
Jun 11, 2019
Ellie Cotton
Clients often ask whether they can have their photos in black & white. My reply is always that I’ll do black and white versions in…
Six more reasons why I don’t shoot at fan conventions
Jun 11, 2019
Rob Swackhamer
Last year I had written an article about why I don’t shoot at conventions. A lot of it was for logistical reasons (not enough space,…
Why I’ll never be a wedding photographer
Jun 11, 2019
Clare Harding
I have seen so many posts across various websites and facebook groups this week all centred around one theme – wedding photography. Wedding season is…
Seven unexpected tips for better landscape photography
Jun 10, 2019
Christian Hoiberg
Let’s face it. Half the articles sharing “the top tips” for you to capture better landscape images are rather generic. Sure, straightening the horizon and…