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Storytelling is usually at the heart of any great piece of art, and this is especially true with photography, an art form in which storytelling can evoke a wide range of emotions in your audience.
You might wonder exactly what storytelling in photography entails, and why photographs that tell stories are different to those produced by traditional photographic methods.
Truth be told, a well-composed and well-captured photograph is one of the most powerful tools one can use to convey a message to the viewer, and countless books have been written explaining exactly how to capture great photos. [Read more…]
Ever taken a photo that felt perfect in the moment, but ended up blurry, flat, or just off? You’re not alone. Photography looks easy until you try to get it right.
These days, everyone snaps pictures, but learning the craft means going beyond casual phone shots. It’s about mastering light, telling a story, and noticing the details others miss.
The best part? You don’t need expensive gear to start—just the right skills.
In this post, we will share the top skills every new photographer should learn – along with a few tips for connecting with professionals who can help you grow faster. [Read more…]
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Question from Gabe: I recently retired after a long career in public service and I’m planning to start a second career as a professional photographer.
I’ve already lined up a few shoots through word-of-mouth but I’m planning to put up a business page on Facebook and have some business cards printed to promote my photography services.
The question I have is do I need a private email address (something like [email protected] where example.com is my own domain name) or will a Gmail address suffice?
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Many of the world’s most renowned portrait photographers use top-of-the-line cameras, multiple expensive lenses and tons of lighting gear during their photo sessions.
But the truth is great portraits can easily be taken with nothing more than an inexpensive DSLR, a single lens, and a simple reflector.
The secret to great portrait photography lies in knowing how to shoot great portraits, not spending thousands of dollars on expensive, complicated gear. [Read more…]