Photoshoot and Beyond
Category: Children Photograph: Being happy! by Anil Nagrani I absolutely love this image! Both the composition and subject are engaging and tell a story. The little girl’s happiness is captured perfectly, and the droplets of water are not distracting in placement. I am a sucker for a great B&W, and this one is no exception. The overall […]
Anyone who uses Instagram as a social media outlet for sharing personal images, as well as maintaining and building an audience for their business, knows that switching accounts can be a royal pain. The idea of swapping all the time was annoying enough for me to never create a second account and for a while, I […]
Category: Children Photograph: Liam by Ryan Shepard Ryan’s image has wonderful connection. He captured the little boy’s expression at just the right moment and as a viewer, I feel it is engaging and makes me want to return his smile. Originally shared on the Photofocus Facebook community, right here. To learn how your work can be featured on the […]
Category: Children Photograph: Newborn by Robyn Edgar Kilponen of Blue Egg Photography The image of the day was chosen because it is so engaging. This little one has so much personality and the photographer captured an adorable moment that the parents are sure to love. I think skin tones are lovely and the processing is not overdone. […]
The crop tool in Lightroom is a well-known tool, yet there is more to it than there may seem. Here I will show you how using overlays will make the crop tool more effective and useful. Once in Lightroom, navigate to the Develop panel and select the crop tool [keyboard shortcut R.] 1. Setting Up […]
Category: Children Photograph: “Untitles” by Md. Abu sayed joader. This image really caught my eye for a number of reasons. The photographer captured children playing in an area most would consider unsafe, while they seem unaware of his presence. It feels as if we are seeing a peek into their mischief. The punchy colors and strong contrast lends […]
Category: Children Photograph: Declan by Ryan Shepard I originally chose this photo because the color grading is excellent. The little boy appears to have has his playtime interrupted and his expression is engaging. Originally shared on the Photofocus Facebook community, right here. To learn how your work can be featured on the site, please read this article. […]
As a portrait photographer, I love getting a close, tight shot that really captures the personality of my subject. Understanding the limitations and effects your gear has on the final image is vital. Close up portraits are typically shot using a focal length of 85mm or longer, but when starting out, these lenses may not be an […]
I tell anyone who listens that printing your photos is so incredibly important. Anything from snapshots of a sleeping child, to wedding photos and portraits need to be turned into tangible copies. Why? Because of the unknown. You never know what will happen and when those prints will become an invaluable keepsake for your loved […]
One of the most common posts I see in photography forums and groups are those upset about the prices other photographers are charging. While this may be a bit of a controversial post, I’d like to offer another way to view this oft argued subject. It never fails, after a year or two of charging for […]