Transitioning from Hobbyist to Pro: Part 1

One thing I get continuously asked by hobbyists trying to go pro is some variation of, How do I even get started? Usually, well-meaning friends and family have already begun asking them to take photos of various celebrations, weddings, and they naturally begin thinking that maybe they can start charging for their work. Can you…

Get ready: Next year’s total solar eclipse will be the first to cover the entire continental U.S. in 38 years

Next year year, the moon will once again pass in front of the sun. This time though, the moon will be casting its shadow across the entirety of North America, giving photographers across the United States a perfect opportunity to capture the first total solar eclipse visible in the contiguous United States in 38 years. […]

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Bokehrama – shallow depth of field with big photos

As a self-taught photographer I am continuously seeking creative and technical inspiration, and when I find a technique that involves both technical know-how and demands creative juice I can’t wait to go try it myself. When I first encountered the Bokehrama technique, sometimes referred to as the Brenizer method, I knew this is one of […]

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Light Stand Basics Part 2

In my previous post, Light Stand Basics Part 1, I gave you some safety tips and jargon to get you started working with light stands. A light stand is one of the only things you can buy that will actually make your photography better. Getting consistent results from your light requires keeping it the same…

9 steps to create a magic portal with photoshop

  Over the years as my style and visual preferences have evolved, I’ve noticed that I’m kind of completely and utterly obsessed with any sort of float-y particle/dust/speckle/orb/bokeh/grit. Acceptance is the first step …. to NOT CARING AT ALL! I really love the way dust can add so much motion, texture, and interest to the […]

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