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How to setup a simple home studio combining natural and continuous light

Apr 27, 2017 John Aldred

Setting up a home studio in a small space isn’t always easy. That’s especially true if you need to use it as a regular room,…



How I photographed Comic Con portraits using only one light source

Apr 18, 2017 Jon Erlien

Back in December my brother asked me if I would be interested in going to Comic Con in Indianapolis, IN, and I immediately said absolutely!…



These are three essential components for telling story in a single photo

Apr 5, 2017 Dunja Đuđić

You know what they say: a picture is worth a thousand words. But telling a story with a single image is not an easy task….



What does it really mean to be a professional photographer?

Apr 3, 2017 Dunja Đuđić

What does it mean to be a professional photographer, and what makes you a professional photographer? Is it about earning money and making a living…



How to shoot great casual portraits with just one light

Mar 27, 2017 John Aldred

Long before I decided to start shooting portraits, I was asked to photography people. Friends, family, their friends, and their friends. At the time, I…



Sony may keep best sensors in house and not sell them to other companies

Mar 19, 2017 Dunja Đuđić

A recent interview with Sony managers discovered that Sony might keep most of their sensors in their own cameras. Mr. Kenji Tanaka and Mr. Yojiro…



Singer and photographer fight over use of flash at Gasparilla Music Festival

Mar 14, 2017 Dunja Đuđić

Ryan Adams’ performance at Gasparilla Music Festival had good music and good vibe, but also one unpleasant event. the singer and photographer Joe Sale fell…



How to take fitness shots for a magazine cover

Mar 13, 2017 Dunja Đuđić

Do you know those classic fitness magazine cover shots? White background, clean and flattering lighting, recognizable poses and really fit and happy-looking subject? In this…



How to avoid glare when shooting portraits of people wearing glasses

Feb 27, 2017 John Aldred

Whenever I see people posting questions about how to photograph people wearing glasses, they usually receive the same response. “Don’t, have them take their glasses…



Are photography trade shows, conferences and expos really worth going to?

Feb 20, 2017 John Aldred

Big photography shows happen all around the world. Some are much bigger than others, but are even the big ones worth going to? It’s a…