Retouching portraits can be a controversial subject, but it is also very often requested of portrait photographers to edit out minor blemishes and skin imperfections. We’re going to go through one of the methods used by professional retouchers to make subtle changes to portraits without overdoing the corrections and ending up with blurry or obviously […]
Author: Tiffany Mueller
Tiffany Mueller is an adventurer and photographer based in Hawaii. When she's not climbing volcanoes or swimming with sharks, you can find her writing articles and running the official blog at PhotoBlog.
First of all, I should mention the technique we are about to go through isn’t necessarily considered true macro photography, as I’m sure any macro enthusiast will be quick to point out. In order to do that, you’ll need a dedicated macro lens which can can be very pricey. Instead, we’re going to get that […]
Instagram sometimes finds itself the victim of scrutinizing eyes among the realm of professional photographers and I suppose it’s not all unjust. But, the popular app also has its benefits and more and more photographers are finding creative ways to take advantage of the widespread audience it offers while others use it as a sort […]
Let’s have a little fun with creating a photographic spooky image of ghosts and apparitions. There are more than a few ways to get the job the done, but here is a fast and simple way to capture a “ghost” simply by utilizing some post production magic. Using Photoshop, you can create “ghosts” in just […]
It’s taken me a few months to get over not being in Hawaii, but having spent that time in in the Shenandoah Valley, I’m coming around to truly appreciate the beauty that is found around every corner in this part of the United States. I can’t personally say whether the famous tourism slogan, Virginia is […]
Portrait photography is one of the most popular varieties of photography in part because it allows the photographer to be diverse, creative, and tell a story. Keeping that in mind, portrait photography can also go wrong rather quickly. By keeping the tips you’ll find below in mind, you can help bring your portraiture to the […]