portrait photography

    How a single photo turned a little girl’s life around

    Nov 14, 2023 Dunja Đuđić

    Photography has made our lives better in so many ways. But perhaps you’ve wondered how you can take photos for the greater good. Maybe you asked yourself if you could change someone’s life with your photography. It may sound a little pretentious, but it doesn’t have to be. And today, I want to give you a proof. I’ll tell you a story about a photographer who changed someone’s life for the better with just one photo. His name is Đorđe Đoković, and he comes from Valjevo, Serbia. He kindly shared the truly incredible story behind his photo that will make everyone tear up. First, you’ll cry out of sadness but then out of joy. I’ll tell you a story about a photographer who changed someone’s life for the better with just one photo. His name is Đorđe Đoković, and he comes from Valjevo, Serbia. He kindly shared the truly incredible story behind his photo that will make everyone tear up. First, you’ll cry out of sadness but then out of joy.

    How to Smile Naturally and Look Great in Photos

    Nov 11, 2023 Dunja Đuđić

    If you’re a portrait photographer, knowing how to make your models smile naturally is helpful. And when you are the person in front of the lens, you’ll see how difficult it is to make your smile look unforced. Whether you show your teeth or try to get that Mona Lisa smile, it’s hard not to look awkward unless you’re a professional model. In this video, Mathieu Stern shares seven tips to help models smile naturally, and we’ll expand on them a bit. So, no matter if you’re doing a photoshoot, taking a self-portrait, or just snapping a selfie (yes, there’s a difference), these tips will help you get those genuine smiles.

    How to improve your photography branding in just a few hours

    Nov 6, 2023 Alex Baker

    When it comes to running a successful photography business, many photographers focus on capturing stunning images but often overlook the power of branding. Branding isn’t…

    This gif explains how changing focal length impacts a portrait

    Oct 16, 2023 Dunja Đuđić

    One of the “fun facts” I remember from my photography classes was that “wide-angle lenses are not for portraits”. Of course, you can always experiment…

    Bride excludes brother-in-law from photos ‘just in case’ of split

    Oct 16, 2023 Alex Baker

    A bride wanted to exclude her sister’s husband from her formal wedding photos due to concerns about a potential future separation. The matter came to…

    This is the last professional photo of JFK before he was assassinated

    Oct 12, 2023 John Aldred

    The JFK assassination is one of those moments in history that just stands out. Obviously, not in a great way. But like other events such…

    Which lens is better for location portraits: Wide angle or telephoto?

    Oct 2, 2023 Alex Baker

    Do you ever struggle to know what gear to pack for a shoot? If you’re like me, you probably over-pack ‘just in case,’ and then…

    Why Godox Spotlight is in my top 5 best lighting modifiers of all time

    Sep 20, 2023 Jake Hicks

    Salacious article title aside, this lighting modifier from Godox is amazing and yes, it really is in my top 5 (maybe top 3) best lighting…

    Use this interactive foliage map to plan your photo shoots this fall

    Sep 18, 2023 Dunja Đuđić

    We’ve already stepped deep into September, with the first day of fall just around the corner. And we know what that means – warm and…

    Rare Portraits of Ill-Fated Arctic Expedition Leaders Set for Auction

    Aug 30, 2023 Alex Baker

    A collection of daguerreotype portrait photographs showcasing renowned Arctic explorers captured shortly before the tragic Franklin expedition will be auctioned in London next month. The…