Understanding light and shadow in black-and-white photography
Black-and-white photography removes the distraction of color, allowing light and shadow to take center stage in shaping the mood and depth of an image.
Mastering Sharp Focus in Landscape Photography: Hyperfocal Distance, Double Distance Method, and Focus Stacking Explained | Fstoppers
Have you ever struggled to get your image from the foreground to the background in focus? As photographers, especially in the genre of landscapes, the ultimate goal is to achieve sharp focus from the
Post-War Leningrad: Candid Photos of a City Reclaiming Life, 1945-1950
These photographs capture post-war Leningrad, now St. Petersburg, from 1946 to 1950, revealing the lives of everyday Soviet citizens amidst the city’s profound efforts to rebuild. Scenes rang…
Everyday Photography: Finding New Inspiration in Familiar Places
Photographing beautiful landscapes and stunning vistas can feel effortless when you’re in a new or exotic location. But how do you keep your eye sharp in your everyday environment? It’s easy to fall
How to Photograph Your Kids’ Sports with a Smartphone
Are you looking for fresh ideas on how to photograph your kids' sports with smartphone? Getting a good action shot of your kid mid-game can feel like mission impossible. Plus, lugging around a b...
Tips for Making a Photo Series: The Broader View of Photography
The main motivation for my photography has been to describe and share my experiences. I believe this sentiment is common among photographers. Yet sometimes, it leads to obsession over capturing the one "great image" of a scene - when the best way to tell a story can be through a series of images instead.
A Practical Guide to Managing Photos While Traveling
Managing your photos while traveling can be a challenge, especially when you’re dealing with large batches of images from a single shoot. Whether you’re on a multi-day excursion or just out for a
Aurora Borealis Lights Up The Northern Hemisphere Last Night
The northern lights were visible across most of the northern United States, Canada and Europe last night in a rare widespread appearance thanks to a massive solar storm.
Fall Photography Essentials: Techniques for Capturing the Season's Splendor
Cool mornings and beautiful afternoons mean one thing: fall is knocking on our doorstep. Fall is my favorite season for photography as the possibilities are endless, from colorful trees creating
Microsoft Paint is one of the oldest programs on the Windows OS. And, for many of us, it was probably one of our first image editing programs. A long table covered with lots of paint and brushes. Photo by Illán Riestra Nava While always basic, Paint has added features over time that have transformed it from something basic to a fairly competent piece of kit. It’s great for small tasks and gives users access to a range of neat features that will either help them figure out that they need more or get the job done just right. But if
Connecting with nature can have a profound impact on your well-being. Whether you’re standing in front of a tranquil lake or hiking through a dense forest, these moments provide a sense of calm that
2024 Winners Gallery – The Epson International Pano Awards
The Epson International Pano Awards showcases the work of panoramic photographers worldwide and is the world's largest competition for panoramic photography.