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The theme was Natural Resilience and for this month I was looking for great composition plus a tight adherence to the theme. To whittle the field down I also included good technical ability, focus, exposure etc and editing technique I am pleased to say there were some very worthy winners.
A little while back we were very sad to hear about the passing of our good friend and irreplaceable community member, David Chesterfield. The way in which David’s departure has resonated in our community and has been profound the overwhelming response in our little photography group got us thinking about how he had a huge […]
There are a number of photographers who don’t find Instagram and other major platforms their cup of tea. Certainly, the engagement is great, but the sheer volume of content can feel suffocating and, oftentimes, building a consistent base is tough. And even if you’ve built a large following, you could be looking for ways to reach out to an audience of other creators and enthusiasts of your field. Whether these are your reasons, or you’re trying to set your roots, trying to branch outwards, find your place, escape the sea of content, or you just want to explore other options, we’ve got you covered. We’ll go through some lesser-known image-sharing sites which are worth a look, and maybe you might find just the place you’ll slot right into.
This week, we’ve had another fantastic week of photography on Light Stalking through our wonderful community. Tersha was kind enough to assign a weekly photography challenge theme that required looking closer and slower, out of the ordinary. For this, we focused on the gentle giants of the micro world. A couple of years ago, the […]
This is a message to all photographers around the world — nature enthusiast or not — we all own the means to address this directly. As an art form, photography took a pivotal turn towards this straight path thanks to nature. Ansel Adams and his talented squad of f/64 aperture lovers can be seen as […]
Capturing nature in aesthetic ways is something desirable for photographers for sure. But beyond the required visual taste for achieving such shots, it also requires patience. Nature demands exploration and a sense of adventure, but sometimes those conditions are constrained by financial and physical variables we simply can’t escape from… Thankfully, photography is benevolent and […]
Photography is ever-changing, with new techniques, new ideas, and new gear. Focussing on the gear, there is a plethora of new types of equipment released year on year. Some is old stuff revamped, some entirely new. Some of it is very useful, and some a pointless waste of money. As a photographer with quite a […]
As a newcomer to photography you are probably overwhelmed with the amount of information you need to learn. Aperture, Shutter Speed, metering, focus modes, acronyms and F-Stops. For this reason you might put one of the more important aspects of photography on the back burner. That aspect is composition. Of all the elements of photography, […]
One could think there’s nothing much more to say about the beauty of flowers. And all of a sudden, you find yourself in a situation in which it becomes novel and unique; even unfamiliar. Just like what happened to Isabela’s gift in Encanto after finding the charm in desert and tropical flora. Earlier this week, […]
We have done the legwork in finding the best photo printer in 2022 for your needs in this in-depth article. We have endeavored to find the things to look out for with printers and why you will want to take a look at our overall winner.
If not essential, then drones are certainly an important part of any photographer’s tool kit. The freedom afforded by aerial photography allows us to move our cameras in three planes and a significant distance from our positions, all whilst still monitoring a live feed. A camera drone can allow us to shoot both amazing stills […]
Most hard cases are great for providing safety to your gear. The camera equipment is a big investment because of its high price and you should choose it wisely. In this article, we will cover the 11 best and most versatile camera hard cases that will keep your gear protected.
Uncover the timeless beauty of portraits through vintage lenses. Discover which old-school glass can enhance your photography. Click to find the best vintage portrait lenses!
Keep your camera lenses spotless! Discover the best lens cleaning kits for crystal-clear photography. Click for tips on choosing and using the right kit!
You have had a passing interest in photography for a while. Maybe you shoot with a smart phone and want to step up to a bigger camera. The question is, what camera? The best camera for beginners to photography does not actually exist. There are, in fact many best cameras, each has it own advantages […]
Learning how to photograph the moon has long been one of the greatest joys of a photographer’s journey in learning. For centuries the moon has captivated people, given direction and provided hours of enjoyment and wonderment. Being the brightest object in the night sky, it’s something photographers of all levels can shoot, however, it does take planning and preparation to accomplish. In this article, we will look at how to photograph the moon along with some amazing moon images in the end for inspiration.
I don’t recall ever meeting anyone who claimed to not be fascinated to some degree by the night sky. There’s just something hypnotic about gazing upon objects that are billions of years old and light years away, yet so many people feel a rather close affinity with these distant bodies. Learning how to photograph the […]
A great food photograph can do a lot of things! It can make a viewer hungry, it can convince a diner to order a dish and it can sell a hell of a lot of food and recipe books. As an amateur or professional food photographer, knowing how to photograph food to get great results […]
Astronomy photography (astrophotography) is probably one of the most difficult types of photography that can be undertaken by the amateur photographer. It is also one of the most inspirational types of photography and is always immensely popular. Luckily for us, some amateur photographers still take the time to equip and train themselves and so are […]
Boudoir photography sessions have become extremely popular in the last ten years, along with maternity photo sessions. The reason behind this is possibly the fact that modern women are getting more and more confident about their bodies, no matter their shape and size. There are so many women of all ages and backgrounds who are […]
A headshot is a type of portrait photo which shows a person’s face and includes their shoulders as well. Even though photographing headshots seems pretty easy and straightforward, there are some tricks you need to know in order to make your clients truly satisfied with your work. Headshots are really important because they are usually […]
No matter what, one thing holds true for sure – wedding photography has to be extraordinary! Beautiful, emotional and in a way, magical. Here is a technical guide on how to capture those wonderful moments.
Baby photography is one of the most rewarding and, at the same time, most challenging genres of portraiture. It’s not easy to get those perfect baby shots you often see on Instagram and Pinterest – it takes a lot of time and practice. Babies are unpredictable, they grow fast, and on top of that, they […]
If you are just starting your photography journey, here is a beginners guide to photography, including some of the fundamentals, you will encounter as you take your first step.
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