Since photography first burst onto the scene some 200 years ago it has gone through an incredible arc of evolution and growth. The evolution of photography was driven by its early pioneers, the increasing democratization and widespread access to photographic equipment, but, ultimately, it was mostly due to improvements in the technology that was available…
Reasons Why Photography Is Not A Great Hobby
Photography is an increasingly popular pastime for people of all ages and backgrounds, particularly with the easy access to relatively high tech equipment at falling prices; but it’s not all upside! Having a hobby that you are passionate about is a great way to keep yourself focused and driven in life. It also gives you…
History of Self Portraiture And Great Ways To Do It
In the modern world all of the major social media platforms are swamped with ‘selfies’ but it might surprise you to realize that this is nothing new; and the main difference between the present day and the past is the ease of creating self portraits rather than the desire to do so. With a smartphone…
The Great Art Of Taking Photographs In The Rain
Rain photography is a highly dramatic and emotive genre of the artform which can transform the mundane into a superb composition; however, there are many challenges of shooting in the rain, not only because you need to keep your gear dry but also because of the poor lighting and constant movement within the scene. Taking…
Great Ways In Which You Can Photograph Graduations
Graduations are a hugely significant moment in the life of the students who have worked hard and passed their exams to reach another coming of age milestone in the course of their life. Graduation photographers work to capture the magic moments that make up this memorable day but because of the environment, atmosphere and number…
All You Need To Know About Silhouette Photography
Silhouette photography is a unique artform which can capture the dramatic nature of shape and form in a clear and visually stunning way. A fantastic silhouette photograph will jump right off the page and fully engage the viewer in the scene. There are, however, several technical and practical pieces of knowledge that you’ll have to…
Great Ways Of Flying Efficiently With Your Camera Gear
We all know that sometimes flying can be a real ordeal, even at the best of times, but when you’re travelling with your camera gear there’s a whole new raft of things that you need to consider! There are so many ways that your camera equipment can get damaged or lost while you’re travelling by…
How To Make The Most Of Low Lighting In Photography
As a photographer your work revolves around using the light in the environment to take pictures and so when you find yourself faced with low lit conditions it can feel like there’s nothing you can do – however, nothing could be further from the truth! Many of the most beautiful scenes, portraits and views are…
Which Innovations Had The Greatest Impact On Photography?
Photography has always been a fast changing industry that has been on the cutting edge of social and scientific advances. Every photographer plays a role in pushing the boundaries and increasing the breadth of the practise however, certain ideas have done more than any individual could have done individually by revolutionizing photography entirely. It’s often…
Ways In Which You Can Photograph Yourself Like A Professional
Selfies have flooded the internet in recent years but, as a general rule, they are low quality and limited by the length of people’s arms! Using your phone is a convenient way to quickly snap a picture of yourself in a memorable location but you can get much better results if you use a professional…