Beginner Photography Tips

One thing I found so difficult when I was learning photography was trying to figure out all the different modes on my camera dial and how they worked. Back then, YouTube wasn't a thing, and there weren't exactly a lot of photography websites to...

The great thing about having a DSLR or mirrorless camera is that it offers so many more functions and capabilities than your mobile phone or point-and-shoot camera... If you’ve ever tried capturing a fast-moving subject, you know that motion blur can sometimes ruin the...

It can be a little intimidating when you’re starting out in photography. Well, actually, it can be really intimidating when you’re just starting out! There are creative elements like composition you must master. There are also technical elements of photography, like what camera settings...

Photography is about more than just pointing your camera and clicking the shutter. It's about capturing the essence of a moment, the play of light, and the true colors of the scene in front of you. One of the most crucial aspects of photography...

At its purest, photography is a beautiful art form. Every once in a while, many of us forget that, though. Luckily, it only takes a little push to get back on track when that happens, and that’s why we wrote this article. To rekindle...

Have you ever tried capturing the perfect action shot, only to find that your subject moved too quickly for you to react? Maybe you’ve attempted to photograph your dog mid-leap or capture the split-second joy of a child’s laughter, only to end up...

Photography is all about capturing the essence of a scene in a way that speaks to viewers. Whether you’re photographing a bustling street or a serene landscape, composition plays a crucial role in shaping how your image communicates. Two key compositional techniques that every...

When you look at a photograph, what catches your eye first? Is it the main subject? The background? Or perhaps it's the intricate details of the foreground that guide your gaze deeper into the scene. Many photographers focus on capturing the perfect subject or...

Photography is all about storytelling, and one of the most powerful tools for shaping your story is your control over depth of field. Whether you're isolating a subject against a beautifully blurred background or capturing every detail of a sweeping landscape, the aperture...

Every photographer starts somewhere, and for many, that journey begins with a kit lens. Bundled with entry-level cameras, these lenses are often dismissed as basic or uninspiring, leaving many photographers yearning for an upgrade. But here’s the truth: a kit lens is a...

Photography is a beautiful and creative way to capture the world around you from your own unique perspective and share it with others. However, whether you’re a beginner or a professional photographer, finding inspiration for photography can sometimes be challenging. That’s precisely why I...

Photography is an amazing process that lets you freeze moments in time and tell stories through images. But as a beginner, you might feel overwhelmed by the endless list of expensive gear and techniques touted as "must-haves." The truth? You don’t need to break...

Hanging a photo on the wall is a simple matter of putting the hanger on the wall and hanging the picture from it... It's a task that seems easy enough, right? But that's not all you need to do to hang a photo with the most impact....

This article was last updated on December 17, 2024. The rule of thirds is the most ubiquitous rule in all of photography. It can be applied to virtually any type of photo, from a portrait to a landscape to a street scene. What’s more,...

Traveling with camera gear can be an exciting yet nerve-wracking experience. On the one hand, if you’re traveling with your gear, it means you’re going somewhere to take photos, and nothing can beat hitting the open road with your camera in hand! On...