I see more and more DSLR’s at kids’ sporting events. It’s sports photography opportunities for proud parents. Some parents have even moved beyond their kit lens and purchased a zoom lens. Cameras, like lenses, come in varied qualities. The quality of the equipment does have an consequence on the quality of the pictures you take. […]
There are times when we (photographers) have to take group photos (staff or family) when someone is missing. In this specific case, I had to add a head to a group photo. Since Photoshop has become an everyday verb, the client asks me to “Photoshop him/her in”. Depending on the situation, that can range from […]
I’m sure you have heard the cliche, “the devil is in the details.” That is certainly true in photography. Those pesky limbs, or evil tree branches that pop up out of nowhere in our photos. What can we do? Often we resort to Photoshop, Lightroom or some other form of photo editing software to fix […]
Professional photographers often talk about a regular, back-handed compliment given to them. It’s given to them by well-meaning admirers of one of their photographs or their work. “You must have a really nice camera.” Good, or professional, equipment does make ones work/art more convenient or even easier to create but, the camera is just a tool […]
Creatives are often asked to do FREE work, especially Spec Work. There are grandiose promises of future work, at a reduced rate of course. Especially when we are starting off, or hungry, we will agree to almost anything. Don’t be tempted. Not only does it hurt you but in undermines our industry. I have spent […]
Personally – I say YES!!!! The wedding is NOT about the attendees, it’s about the two people who are getting married. I ask myself, what is SO important that you, as the attendee, feel that you must use your phone and a selfie stick to capture the moment – often ruining the shot for the […]
“Photoshop” – it’s become part of nearly conversation I have with clients these days (3 Penguins Photography). Can I? Yes. Do I? Most of the time, No! I, personally, like to capture real life. It’s what we look back at with fond memories. This is an interesting article. This topic seems to growing these days. […]
Why does your food look different in the advertising than what is in the store? The reality is – if the ads looked like the food you purchased, you won’t buy it. The truth is, A LOT goes into food photography and giving our clients what they want and need. Okay, it’s from McDonald’s but […]
If photography is important to you, then check out this mini documentary. Bill Bonner presides over eight million images as the longtime keeper of National Geographic’s vintage collection. He’s a keeper not only of photographs, but memories—and he treats each like it’s the greatest treasure in the world. Read more about Bill Bonner and his […]
There’s so much more to photography than pressing the shutter button. The more you learn about photography the more you will discover how truly complicated it is. Professional photographers will invest a lot of time, money and other resources in order to learn their craft, their art. Granted, today’s cameras are pretty amazing. Even my […]