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10 Best Photography Books for Inspiration
A photoshoot is a work of art that requires more planning than people want to believe. The greatest shots ever taken are rarely (if ever) spur-of-the-moment pictures taken on a whim. They were planned out, with careful consideration over the entirety of the shot's composition.
By Riley Raul Reese7 years ago in Photography
Camera Backpacks
Hi there! If you're an active photographer like I am, a backpack is an absolute must for your gear. From hiking, to riding around wedding venues in golf carts, I have found that any other form of bag is just not worth it. When my husband got his dream ONA messenger bag for almost $400, my first thoughts were, "Oh, cute." I definitely couldn't imagine him hiking around Yosemite in a messenger bag. Lolz.
By Lilly Kaly7 years ago in Photography
10 Scrapbooking Tips for Newbies
I remember the first time I really laid my eyes on a scrapbook. Coming from a family that believed that "photos are private things," and that showing pictures of ourselves was strictly a low class thing, I never really had many photographs taken of me. My friend, who was raised in a similar manner, only had paintings and drawings of the family in rooms where guests were allowed.
By Skunk Uzeki7 years ago in Photography
How to Make Money as a Photographer
I will be honest; I was never a professional photographer. However, I was a model, and I know plenty of photographers who make money with their craft. Some are full time photographers who just enjoy living life as an artist in New York City.
By Iggy Paulsen7 years ago in Photography
Hiring a Professional Interior Design Photographer vs Doing It Yourself!
Good designs, layouts, furnishings etc. complement a space whether it’s a home or a commercial space. Good photography does the same. Snapshots and casual photography doesn’t qualify for that. Anybody can click a picture, but not everybody can click a high end image. Architectural photography requires skill and precision along with specialized knowledge. Not everybody can expertise in that matter. To be honest, the skills that serious interior design photographers possess, may take years to master, and that’s a lot of time for any XYZ individual such as a busy real estate professional.
By Eada Hudes7 years ago in Photography
Get More Inclusive Video Than Ever Before with the Ricoh Theta
When you're a photographer, being able to capture the views you love can make or break a shoot. Lighting and composition can only go so far in a world where people are capturing every little detail, after all.
By Skunk Uzeki7 years ago in Photography
Why You Need to Use Model Release Forms
It all started off like just about any other shoot with an aspiring model. My friend was new to the photography world, and he was hoping to improve his portfolio. He found a willing model who was down for TFP online, they met up, and they did a shoot.
By Ossiana Tepfenhart7 years ago in Photography
Make Your Photos More Interesting. Top Story - January 2019.
As a mostly self-taught photographer, I have gone through a lot of trial and error trying to make my photos creative, interesting, and different. As I have developed my personal style, I have come up with something that always takes even the simplest photos to the next level.
By Georgianna Nielson7 years ago in Photography
How to Write a Good Photographer's Contract
As a longtime photographer, I'll be the first to say that getting into the photography business is no easy feat. In fact, it might be more difficult now than ever before. Thanks to today's technology, essentially everyone has a high-quality camera right on their phones. Not to mention the fact that it's easier now than ever before to become a professional photographer without school.
By Brett Tortorello7 years ago in Photography
Film’s Reemergence
Film photography was a booming form of expression in the 20th century. Film photography was used for family photos, journalism, and even in artistic settings. At the turn of the century, photography turned to digital as you paid a big amount of money upfront. Yet every photo from then on only took space off your memory card, making it cost-efficient. While film cameras are inexpensive today, you pay for rolls of film which add up over time. Despite this, the cost of film photography is oddly one of its charms. As well as the widely sought after film look, which many photographers who use digital photoshop to accomplish.
By Jason7 years ago in Photography
10 of the Best Books for Professional Photographers
The creative field of photography is one that juxtaposes itself, in a sense. While there have been plenty of advancements in technique and technology, the goal still remains the same—capture a beautiful moment in still time.
By Eddie Wong7 years ago in Photography
