Every photo has a background and more often than not this is largely dictated by the location that the photo is shot in; and so selecting a good location for your photo shoot is fundamental to achieving the results you envisioned. The location of a photo will inevitably form an integral part of the narrative…
Which are the Best Photography Channels On YouTube
If you take the time to explore the incredible environment of YouTube you’re bound to run across some amazing channels that cover everything from DIY studio tricks to advanced composition, lighting and technical skills being taught by experts. Learning about photography on YouTube is a convenient, engaging and free way to brush up on your…
Complete Guide To Photography and Videography Insurance
If you own a good camera and a range of equipment then it’s essential that you have the correct insurance to protect you in case of accidents, theft or other problems that can arise. This is especially important if you are working with clients or at venues because many of them will not want to…
Complete Guide To Videography Equipment For Beginners
Videography is one of the most rewarding jobs there is however due to the relatively high costs of much of the associated equipment the barriers to entry can seem quite daunting if you are just starting out. However you can get yourself a great kit together on a small budget when you are beginning and…
Great Advantages Of Being A Specialist Photographer
Photography is an extremely broad field in which professionals work in all walks of life; from real estate to portraiture, from wildlife photography to abstract minimalism. When you first start your journey in photography it’s generally a good idea to try out as many things as you can however as your skills develop and you…
Which Are The Best Courses On Videography For Beginners?
Videography is a highly desirable career that can land you a superb salary with plenty of exciting and varied opportunities within the many different aspects of the industry. In the USA, the average annual salary for a videographer is around the $40,000 mark although if you are working for exclusive clients or in the competitive…
Which Camera Is The Best For Landscape Photography?
Landscape photography is one of the oldest and most popular genres of photography that allows viewers to experience the magnificence of the world they live in. Choosing the right camera for landscape photography is a difficult task, in large part because of the huge list of features that every modern camera’s marketing pitch promotes. When…
How To Choose A Camera To Shoot Video
In the early days of the silver screen and videography the only options available for recording moving pictures were extremely expensive and bulky cameras that were used in the big studios of Hollywood. Fast forward nearly a hundred years and today there is such a wide range of consumer level cameras that can record high…
Great Signs That You Are A Photophile
The word photography comes from the Greek root words of ‘photos’, which means ‘light’, and ‘graphe’ which means a ‘representation’ of something, usually using lines or by drawing. Together, the words ‘photos’ and ‘graphe’ roughly mean ‘drawing with light’. This is a quite an elegant way of describing the art of photography since the practise…
Why Is Pre-visualization Important In Photography?
Pre-visualization, or Previz for short, is a fundamental technique that is used by photographers everywhere to help them improve the final results of their work. Pre-visualization is the act of imagining, or ‘seeing’ the finished photo before the shot is even taken. This takes practice and mental focus but as you become better at the…