Photography

Trying new and interesting product photography ideas is an important part of eCommerce businesses and brands selling products. Product photography helps to attract customers, increase brand awareness, and allows the brand to create its identity in the market through a specific style of photography.

A quick and easy guide to taking photos of birds in flight with a basic camera and long lens.

Take a look at the old Houston Heights post office building graffiti murals. A new structure now takes its place. This post serves as a reminder that the art is gone but not forgotten.

Do your photos look dull and cluttered with ugly dark shadows? This guide shows you how to use an inexpensive light box to take great shots for your website.

I was searching for a reasonably priced lighting system, flexible enough to conduct both podcasts and photoshoots. A pair of Neewer SNL660 LED Video Lights appeared to be exactly what I wanted.

This short guide covers the basics of how an image is formed in a camera and an explanation of the various controls on smartphones and SLR cameras that control proper exposure of an image.

Are you considering investing in the Nikon D850? Let’s inspect the camera critics rate best-in-class overall. You’ll not want to miss out on this highlight’s review. There’s a reason so many professional photographers dub this model as the “Beast” of DSLRs.

In this article, I explain how (and why) using your zoom is the best way to get memorable photos—helped by three exhibits showing different stages of the process.

If you love taking pictures but have a love/hate relationship with your camera, you may need to read on: The problem may be the light. There are times that call for a flash, but more often than not, natural light is all you need. Here are 5 beginner tips on how to use natural light.

Anybody can take a good-looking picture of a flower, right? Well, there are definitely some strategies that can help you make your flower pictures stand out.

Learn what focus stacking is and the equipment you'll need to stack photos, including a guide to the best software.

How are mirrorless cameras different from DSLRs, and why should you care to know? In this article, we compare mirrorless and DSLRs, go through the basic differences between both systems, and help you choose the right camera for you.

With the right flash photography techniques, you’ll be able to take natural-looking photos with your flash—inside and outside.

A quick guide to clip-on anamorphic lenses for mobile phones. You'll also learn the history of the anamorphic lens, how it's used in filmmaking, and how it has evolved today.

Review of the GoPro Hero 7 White from a travel blogger. Find out why this is the best camera for travellers!

Here is a quick and easy guide to creating a great time lapse.

You can take fantastic photographs of your children by following some simple tips. Create memories to last a lifetime with beautiful childhood photographs.

Wildlife photography is becoming increasingly popular. This article addresses important aspects of safety when photographing in the wild and includes some tips for locating and understanding the habits of wildlife.

This guide will show you how much fun macro photography can be.

From mourning doves to American goldfinches, this photo essay shows the variety of birds found in the cooler autumn season in Kingston, Ontario.

Do you have a kid who just won't sit still? Here are some tips and tricks to get the perfect shot for your family photo.

The warmer summer months have brought with it many colourful birds, including cardinals and common yellowthroats. This photo essay shows the bounty of birds found in Kingston, Ontario in the summer.

What are the best canon lenses for street-style photography? Your easy guide to prime lenses, specifically 24, 35 and 50mm.

Having the sensor on your DSLR cleaned can be expensive. In most cases you can clean it yourself and save a bundle.

Ideas for street photography. A guide for beginners and some useful tips on finding inspiration.

Can a smartphone camera be better than a DSLR for photography? Smartphone cameras are getting better every year, so it's only a matter of time. Or is it?

Here, I talk about different situations when I used these Fujifilm lenses, (56mm F1.2 R and 35mm F2 WR).

How to get a sharp photo of a fast-moving subject. Camera settings and focus tips for successful fast-moving photography.

Spring brings many colourful birds to the Kingston, Ontario area. Take a look at the many beautiful birds that I have captured this spring in this photo essay.

When you're comfortable with your craft, it's easy to get in a rut, and shooting the same stuff time and time again can become a drag. Here are some photo challenges to help break you out of the monotony!

Instagram is a great source of photo inspiration. Look at the innovative work of others to help spur your creative juices!

Robins are common songbirds in Ontario, Canada. Here is a photo essay that solely focuses on these beautiful birds.

I will cover how to use GIMP 2.8 to improve your photographs using basic editing techniques to adjust the color, contrast, and sharpness. This is an art as much as it is a technical process. It is a blending of using a linear process and intuition.

Here are five easy-to-apply tips to help you improve your wildlife photography. Awaken your inner artist as you spend time out in nature!

In this tutorial, I will go through the main equipment, software, and advice you will need to take stunning photos of the moon in its best moments.

In this photo essay, I photographed birds that winter in Kingston, Ontario. You will see common birds, such as the robin, to less common ones, like the house finches.

The correct night photography settings are crucial for a good photo. These tips will help you set up the camera and choose the proper gear for successful nighttime photography.

In this photo essay, I capture winter scenes found in wooded areas near my house. These photos include snowy fallen branches and vibrant red berries.

Understanding your camera's different modes and settings are the keys to taking great photographs. I've shared a guide explaining the various options available to you below!

I have always loved fairy tales. There is something about the magical lore of fairies, elves, gnomes, and goblins that expands the imagination. I created these little photo fairy images here.

Has the digital age destroyed photography as an art form? Find out why we need to be printing more photographs.

This tutorial will teach the basics of taking images of the night skies and the Milky Way.

Taking light streak photos can be a fun way to learn more about photography and get outdoors!

Photography can be a very rewarding hobby, and with a few simple tips, it’s one most people can easily get started with, no matter what kind of camera they have.

Here are a few quick ideas to help prepare you for a newborn photography shoot.

A visual record of fall in my neighbourhood in Kingston, Ontario.

How to choose between continuous light and on- or off-camera flash. Learn which method is better suited for different photography scenarios.

Setting the camera bulb mode provides numerous opportunities for creative long-exposure photography. Photographing lightning, night sky photography, and light painting are possible through bulb mode.

Learn techniques to get sharp landscape photography images.

Creatively using camera angles and framing a subject are easy ways to add interest and variable perspectives to your photos. Different photography angles and interesting frames add a new dimension to images.