1) Swap the color of any object Swapping the color of an object, within Photoshop, is so ridiculously easy,when using masks, that you will probably go crazy and start swapping the colors of everything in your photos. Here we go. Step One Open your photograph, into Photoshop, and decide what color you want to swap. […]
A lot of folks get into photography without having any type of art background or art training. Some might be telling themselves, “Hey, I know how to use a camera. Why do I need that?” The answer lies in one word- communication. Just like anyone can write a paragraph, it takes the training and knowledge […]
Here is something that you may, or may not, think about in your photography. I think about it constantly, when I’m creating photographs, and there is a valid reason why. For thirty years, I was a professional commercial photographer. It was different being a commercial photographer, (from what most of you will likely experience), because […]
There is nothing quite as motivating in life as a good old-fashioned public embarrassment. What I’m about to tell you happened a number of years ago. I wish that I could say that I was in the infancy of my photographic life- but the truth is I’d been at it for a number of years. […]
The holiday season is rapidly approaching. Maybe you didn’t realize this- but if there is a photographer on your shopping list- you have no shortage of gift options! This list of gifts for photographers contains something for everyone.
This is a fact that you may, or may not, be aware of- At this point in time, a digital photograph “REQUIRES” a number of Fundamental Editing Steps to become the gorgeous photograph that you intended it to be. The Fundamental Editing List, discussed in this article, includes the most important steps in digital photography. […]
Have you ever entered a black & white photography contest, and then wondered, as you looked around at your competitors photographs, why does the competition look so awesome and my photo is a bit… you’re not even sure… you just know that your entry doesn’t have the snap and visual power of the competing photographs. […]
Photograph by Kent DuFault The Photograph (Above), Titled “Honey Champs”, Has Been Highly Regarded Wherever I’ve Shared It Online or in Photography Competitions. I believe that the reason for this is the use of rhythm in the composition. You might say to yourself, “Yeah! Self! There is obviously repetition here, and that’s what everyone likes…” […]
What does it really take to create a great portrait? Do you need multiple lights, a dozen reflectors, several backgrounds, six soft boxes, three umbrellas, a makeup artist, a costume designer, and a wind machine? No. Well… maybe if you’re shooting Angelina Jolie for Elle Magazine. But the truth is- YOU- can create compelling portraiture […]
Light is malleable. Have you ever thought about that- that you could work light like a ball of clay? It’s true. Light has 5 distinct characteristics that should be of interest to any photographer, and one undeniable truth that every photographer should know and understand. However, many don’t. Hopefully, by the time you’re done reading […]
