The challenge I had set myself was to make a wind turbine look like a dandelion seed head! An organic, fuzzy looking, ‘turbo dandelion’ set against a turbulent sky. (Should I drink less coffee?) Here’s how I got the shot and created The Turbo Dandelion Wind Farm.
SD Express vs. CFexpress
Just when we thought it might be time to retire the old SD card, it has recently received a huge boost with the introduction of the new SD Express. But, how will it stack up against the latest and popular competing card, the CFexpress? And which memory card format will be better for your specific photography needs?
Understanding Aperture: Controlling Light Based on the Exposure Triangle
The key to understanding aperture is knowing that it’s all about harnessing light. In this in-depth guide, we go over everything you need to know about aperture, how it makes up one side of the exposure triangle, along with shutter speed and ISO, and how you can master it.
Tall Giraffes and Small Screens: How Elise Swopes Creates Surreal Imagery on Her Smartphone
With nearly 300k Instagram followers and some pretty amazing brand affiliations, Elise Swopes’ surrealism has a unique twist that definitely stands out. We talk to Elise about mobile photography editing, her background, and influences.
Rule of Thirds: How to Use It in Your Photography
Learn how to see your scene in thirds before you compose the shot. Our comprehensive guide on the Rule of Thirds will teach you how to utilize the rule and compose eye-catching images that draw the viewer in. We also demystify the “rule” and offer scenarios when it’s ok to break it.
Photographing a Peaceful Pastel Planet with Maria Marie
Marioly Vazquez of Maria Marie has a unique, soft style as a photographer. Her pastel views of the places she has lived and visited stands out in an otherwise chaotic world. We talk to Maria about her style, what it’s like to document her life, and what inspired her new book.
How to Choose Between Color and Black & White (and Why It Even Matters)
It may seem like a basic artistic decision: Will I use color or not? But when it comes to building a brand for yourself and making a statement with your art, the choice could be the difference between accomplishing your goals and falling short of them.
Are Selfies Destroying the Planet? Travel Photographer Elia Locardi on Preventing Destructive Tourism
We talk to Elia Locardi about his time living a nomadic lifestyle, the many changes he’s seen in the way people travel, and the impact of those changes on the environment, including the rise of selfie culture.
How to Use Photo Restoration to Rescue Your Analog Memories In a Digital World
Due to weather, age and normal wear and tear, family photo albums everywhere are full of photos that desperately need some TLC. Follow along with Deb Pieti as she explains how to restore torn and faded photos to bring them back to life.
The Beginner’s Guide to Marketing Your Photography with Instagram Ads
Before you begin advertising and promoting your photography on Instagram, there are some things to keep in mind so you don’t feel as though you are wasting your money. Here’s what you need to know to get started with Instagram ads.
Exposure Bracketing: The Ultimate Guide to Bracketed Photography
Learning how to bracket exposures provides another opportunity to create striking images. This guide has everything you need to know about exposure bracketing so you can add eye-catching contrasts to your interior, landscape and street shots.
The Beginner’s Guide to Facebook Ads for Photographers
Have you tried Facebook ads to promote your photography business, but not had any luck bringing in new leads? That’s a common tale, but we can help you make the most of Facebook ads so you can see a fantastic return on investment.