As photographers, we should all know that without light, there is no photography. Photography is nothing but capturing light that is reflected off objects and the colours that we capture depend on the colour of light that is reflected by those objects. There are no real light hacks. In order to create beautiful photographs, you NEED to understand light. This […]
Understanding Light Articles
Understanding light is the core theoretical skill of the photographer. The ability to manage and control what is shown in an image is a planned way and it all stems from this. Diffusing light, in many different instances, is going to be one of the bread and butter skills of most photographers – especially if […]
One of the great aspects of photography is the sheer amount of control we have over an image. We can vary shutter speed, aperture, ISO, focus points, depth of field to name just a few. Each of these controls allows us to subtly or even dramatically change the way our image looks. For example if […]
An understanding of light is essential when you truly want to grow as a photographer, irrespective of what you enjoy shooting – whether it is landscapes, portraits, macro, street photography, or any other genre, for that matter. Lighting can affect the mood of a photograph in many different ways, and you need to gain an […]
As photographers, we ALL need to understand the fundamentals of light – but this goes for anyone who just wants to enjoy photography. If you know how to use the available light or understand how to modify the light, I guarantee your photos WILL improve.
In order to understand light, you’ve got to analyze a scene, analyze photographs and learn from how light should be interpreted in a photograph. It’s not easy, but it’s possible to become competent at understanding light and the best part? Your images will be living proof that you understand light – this, you cannot hack your way to an excellent photo!
