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The vital how-to's for photography enthusiasts: how to create the perfect camera setup, capture the perfect picture, edit your photos and beyond.
How to Start Earning Money as a Photographer
Sell Your Photos On Stock Websites If you are a photographer, it is likely that you are sitting on a large number of photos, and a great way to earn a passive income from these is by posting them to a stock image website. Every time one of your images is used, you will get a commission from it, making this a great way to earn money. Although it can be quite daunting to start with, as you need to upload a fairly large portfolio in order to start seeing a return. A great website to do this on is Shutterstock, as it is a very easy platform to use; but ideally, you really want to sign up to a few different stock websites, as the more places your photos are, the more likely it is for you to start making an income from them.
By Tom Sharp7 years ago in Photography
Rules of Composition
With the advent of the mobile phone and tablet, everyone seems to be taking photographs; and for many people, all they want is a record of a holiday, family events, or a special moment in their lives which they are happy to share with their friends and perhaps to look at some years later when it will bring back a fond memory of times past.
By Tony Murtagh7 years ago in Photography
How Photography Can Change the World
Many of my friends and family members stand in awe of the photographs I take. In this series of stories, I will explain to you just how to take the perfect photo. The first tip is that you do not need an expensive camera in order to capture a great moment. Believe it or not, this photograph was taken on my iPhone. Yes, I do have a professional camera, however, that is not always needed in order to take a mesmerizing photo. I do not take my camera everywhere I go, so any phone will suffice just fine. As a matter of fact, half of the photos in my gallery that many people like have been taken with my iPhone. I always say, "If the subject is right, you cannot take a bad photo." The main tip any photographer can give is to look for stunning subjects. Something as simple as a flower you would normally pass right by or the sunset will do just fine. Actually, most of my photos are of flowers or sunsets. I do recommend playing around and trying to capture as many new things as you can; that way, you can find your specialty. Once that is discovered, you can move on to mainly taking photographs of your specialty subject. Of course, as a photographer, you should always be experimenting with new photo opportunities. If trying to get into this field, you also have to realize that taking new photographs any chance you get is a great way to keep your name out there. This may seem like a lot of work, but it is actually quite simple; if you go on daily walks, stop and snap a pic of the flowers on your neighbor's bush. Finding new subjects is always great though; maybe go on a hike in a place you would not normally go. Explore new towns or cities and look for pretty sights. As you will see throughout my stories, some of my photos are of tourist attractions and towns, such as the railing outside a store in a ghost town. Now, back to some tips, taking a great photograph is actually pretty simple; all you have to do is position the lens in the right spot and ensure the lighting is ideal. Sure, a nice camera will definitely help, yet these are super expensive and I realize not every person reading this can afford one. It took me years after I started seriously getting into photography until I got my Canon EOS Rebel T5i. For those years, I used my phone camera, which did the trick just fine. With an iPhone, you can correct the exposure by tapping the subject and adjusting the yellow box that pops up with a sun on it. With a phone camera, it is also significantly easier to take a variety of different kinds of shots in a short time. It is simple and quick to try out filters, or even tilt the phone on its head to shoot in portrait mode. However, keep the filters to a minimum if you want the shots to look casual or candid. On a phone, accessing editing tools are also much simpler. All you have to do is open the app store and search "photo editor." I stick to Enlight as my photo editor. I highly recommend trying that one out. The only other one I use is called Snapseed, and I only use that one to create special effects, such as placing my subject on a black background. On an actual camera, there are many extra settings to play with. But we can get into all of those in another post. Within no time, after reading my stories, you too will be on your way to capturing the perfect photograph! So stick around and let's see how you do!
By Kay Tetz7 years ago in Photography
Professional Tips for the Perfect Pics
Whether you want to take to Discount promo codes to find some discounted professional equipment, just use your phone camera, or go old school with a disposable you can take your skills to the next level by following some of these professional top tips to getting that perfect photo every time.
By Craig House7 years ago in Photography
Shot on That Spot: 6 Luxury Hotel Room Areas Where You Shouldn’t Miss Striking a Pose!
When you book a hotel room for a vacation or a staycation, you surely expect for a good accommodation to welcome you warmly. A lot of things about a hotel, especially if it’s luxurious, excite you, because you know that many things that can be found there are not commonly seen when you are just at home.
By Nicole Ann7 years ago in Photography
The Power Behind the Picture
Photography; it's a big and exciting world, but there's so much knowledge and skill that go into something as simple as taking pictures. Everyone at one point or another has taken pictures; either for hobby or work or with a phone or camera.
By Lisa Bourgeault7 years ago in Photography
How to Look Good for Your Family Pictures
A picture is worth a thousand words, and family pictures are no different. Some people get them done every season, while others only do them for Christmas or New Years. They are one of the best ways to document you and your family as they grow every year. It can be stressful to try to plan these pictures that will last a lifetime, so here are a few ways to make this process as seamless as possible.
By Sasha McGregor7 years ago in Photography
How to Take Retro-Style Photos like a Pro
You would think that with the insane capabilities of today's smartphone cameras, that everyone would want to show off their unfiltered photographs with all their vibrant colors and intricate details; but, as of 2019, that shit is so last year. It seems the current on-trend photo trick is getting your picture to look old, or more politely, with a retro and vintage feel. The less focused and more leaky color and grain, the better. I can't say I don't get it though, because I too think filters are the best. As someone who personally loves to photograph with both my iPhone XR and Nikon D3500 (yes, people still do use actual film cameras, even if they aren't working photographers), I love seeing what I can do by adjusting contrast and saturation, adding a light leak, applying filters, and experimenting with new apps.
By Jus L'amore7 years ago in Photography
Street Photography: Warning Opinions Present!
Street photography is a really common form of photography, as it is relatively easy to get into—and it's simple to start doing it, and it comes with no guilt, as the law says you can do it.The question is, should you? Saying, "the law lets anyone photograph on the street" doesn't answer the question. Street photography is about artistically displaying, or glamorising the normal day to day events.
By Harrison Galgut7 years ago in Photography
How to Find Your Photography Niche
Different strokes for different people You have to focus and learn fundamentals such as aperture, ISO, shutter speed, finding light, emotion, and capturing movements that apply across all types of photography. You tend to break off into different niches, just like the chefs break off into different specialties. There are many photographers who love weddings and hate newborns. Others enjoy portraying humans, but hate landscapes. The same can happen to you. You may love to work in a studio, but others may love to work outdoors with natural light. Also, you may love to shoot in digital, but others prefer film.
By Mostafij Tuhin7 years ago in Photography
