You can get started in portrait photography by keeping things simple and using natural light. You don’t need much equipment (any decent camera with a kit lens will get you …

Last week I explored the idea of working the subject, a technique photographers use to make better photos by working deliberately and purposefully. This week I’d like to take that …

Over the last two weeks I’ve given you photography assignments for summer and for travel. Today I’d like to explore a technique that will help you get the most out …

When I think back to the times I’ve traveled I wish I’d been bolder and set myself specific assignments to follow. It would have given me more discipline, something to …

Summer is here, in the northern hemisphere anyway, which for many photographers is peak photography season. But while warm weather and long summer days may inspire you to pick up …

I became interested in vintage lenses after reading about the Helios 58mm f2 lens in an article. Intrigued by its creative potential, I bought one to use with my Fujifilm …

When you buy a modern digital camera in a kit it almost always comes with a zoom lens. Zooms are popular for their versatility but in a way it’s a …

Now is that Spring is here the travel season has started (in the northern hemisphere at least). Naturally, as photographers, when we travel, we like to make photos of local …

After last week’s article about blue hour photography I thought it would be interesting to explore other ways of adding a sense of mystery to your photos. Shooting in the …

In the northern hemisphere the upcoming longer evenings of spring and summer are the perfect opportunity to practice some blue hour photography. The warmer temperatures also make it a more …