Photographing Candle Flames

Let’s photograph a candle lit and not. It’s simple right? Well, maybe… The Setup When I start to photograph anything, I ask myself “What is it?” By that I mean describe its properties. Looking at the candle, I see it’s round. No. Make that cylindrical. It’s reflective. It has texture, well the wick has it […]

Underwater Portraits with Directed Light

Editor’s Note: Please welcome new Photofocus contributor Erika Thornes.  She is a San Diego based photographer who loves to make lasting memories for families.  She is also a member of the PPA (Professional Photographers of America) and ASMP (American Society of Media Photographers). Please leave her comment below this article…  we’re glad to have her on board. Underwater […]