Strong landscape photography isn’t just about finding a beautiful location—it’s about how you compose, frame, and time your shots to create something extraordinary. Weather and light can be unpredictable, but knowing how to work with what you have can make all the difference.
Adding atmospheric elements like fog can transform a flat image into something more dramatic and immersive. Lightroom Classic now offers better tools to create and control fog, allowing you to shape the mood of an image without needing perfect weather conditions.
Macro photography opens up a world of detail that often goes unnoticed. Small subjects like fungi, moss, and intricate textures can turn into striking images when framed properly. But working at this level presents its own set of challenges, from finding the right focal length to dealing with distortion in certain lenses.
Confidence in photography isn't just about skill—it's about feeling comfortable with your camera, your surroundings, and yourself. Many people struggle with nerves when shooting in public or taking portraits, but overcoming these fears can lead to better work. Understanding how to build confidence can make a significant difference in your photography.
Sky selection is often one of the most important steps in editing landscape and outdoor images. Whether you’re adjusting exposure, enhancing colors, or replacing the sky entirely, getting a clean selection makes all the difference. Automated tools help, but they don’t always get it right, so knowing how to refine a mask is essential.
Coming to you from Matt Kloskowski, this practical video breaks down the strengths and weaknesses of different sky selection methods in Adobe’s raw editors. The Select Sky tool is the first stop in most cases, offering quick and accurate...
Long exposure photography transforms everyday scenes into something surreal. But pulling off the perfect long exposure shot isn’t as simple as setting a long shutter speed. Conditions, composition, and even patience play a huge role in making it work.
Changing the mood of an image doesn’t always require elaborate setups or complex software. A few strategic adjustments in Lightroom can completely transform a photo, shifting colors, reshaping light, and creating a more dramatic effect. This kind of editing isn’t about correcting mistakes—it’s about making the image match your vision.
Simplicity in photography can be both freeing and frustrating. When you strip away complex tools and techniques, all that’s left is light, time, and a bit of luck. Shooting with a pinhole camera pushes that idea to the extreme. No lens, no moving parts—just a box with a hole, a piece of film, and a whole lot of patience.
A legendary and elusive creature in the world of photography, autofocus can feel almost mythical to some. For beginners—and even some intermediate photographers—its modes, functions, and best uses often remain a mystery. Look no further; let’s break it down and explore how to make the most of autofocus.
Shooting in a busy public space at night brings a unique set of challenges. Crowds, moving traffic, mixed lighting, and time constraints all make it difficult to get a clean, well-composed image. Add in a model, reflections, and a three-minute window to capture the perfect shot, and the difficulty level skyrockets.
Lighting can make or break a shot, and sometimes, bouncing flash or relying on ambient light isn’t an option. Dark venues, black ceilings, and outdoor night scenes demand a different approach. Knowing how to use direct flash ensures you’re never stuck in a situation where poor lighting ruins your images.
The way your subject dresses changes how an image feels and where the viewer’s eye goes. Bright colors, bold patterns, and high-contrast elements all compete for attention, sometimes pulling focus away from where you want it. Understanding how to control this effect can give you more control over your compositions.
Great autofocus performance isn’t just about pressing a button. While modern cameras are advanced, they still need your help to lock onto a subject quickly and accurately. Small tweaks in your shooting technique can dramatically improve your results, especially when tracking fast-moving subjects.
Being a skilled photographer isn’t enough if no one sees your work. Talent alone won’t bring clients or make a living. If you want to turn photography into a business, you need marketing. Without it, even the best photos won’t generate income.
Seven Photoshop tools that were once essential are now facing competition from AI. The latest updates in Photoshop bring powerful automation, making once-manual processes significantly faster. But does AI truly make these classic tools obsolete, or do they still have a place in your workflow?
I’ve been practicing intentional camera movement occasionally for some years now. This technique, better known by its abbreviation, ICM, involves deliberately moving the camera during exposure. It turns out to be much more difficult than regular photography. You have to take movement into the equation.
Great composition makes a photo compelling, guiding the viewer’s eye to what matters most. Strong images don’t happen by accident. The best photographers use contrast, color, and balance to create photos that hold attention and tell a story.
New camera gear can be exciting, but the novelty wears off fast. If you’ve ever bought something new only to feel uninspired after a few weeks, you’re not alone. Better photos don’t come from better gear; they come from better habits. Developing the right habits can improve your work more than any new camera or lens ever will.
Finding the right location can be the difference between frustration and incredible shots. Birds and wildlife follow predictable patterns, but if you don’t know where to look, you’ll miss out.
Have you ever had a brilliant photography idea but didn’t know where to start? Planning a photography project isn’t just about taking great pictures—it’s about crafting a vision, telling a story, and making your work unforgettable. If you’re ready to turn your creative spark into a masterpiece, this guide will show you how to bring it together with these eleven steps.
Getting the right composition in challenging conditions takes patience, careful adjustments, and a willingness to experiment.
The misconception that you need every possible focal length to succeed is costing you thousands in unnecessary gear purchases. Building the perfect lens kit isn't about owning everything - it's about finding the focal lengths that define your unique creative vision.
If you want to improve your photography, experimenting with new techniques to achieve more creative and interesting results is the way to go. I did just that recently while out doing street photography by playing with a slow shutter speed while shooting handheld.
The evolution of digital de-aging in films has transformed from crude experiments to sophisticated AI-driven techniques in less than two decades. What started with X-Men: The Last Stand in 2006 has become a powerful storytelling tool that allows actors to portray their characters across decades of life with unprecedented realism.
Winter storms create unique opportunities for dramatic landscape shots that most never get to capture. The combination of rain, fog, and shifting weather patterns transforms familiar vistas into ethereal scenes, offering fresh perspectives on even the most photographed locations.
Crime films were once defined by mobsters, shootouts, and flashy action. Then Goodfellas changed everything. It introduced gangsters who obeyed their mothers, cracked jokes that made you uneasy, and self-destructed in their paranoia. More than three decades later, it still stands as a masterclass in visual storytelling.
What if you could control perspective distortion and focus with pinpoint accuracy at any aperture? Dive into the world of tilt/shift lenses and learn how pros use the Scheimpflug Principle to create stunning images.
We’ve all had that experience of eagerly opening what seemed like a promising image in Lightroom, only to be disappointed when we discover that it lacks a certain something. Here’s a short tutorial demonstrating the use of masks and tone curves in Lightroom to bring more impact to your images.
