Taking better group photos can be challenging for one simple reason; you’re trying to capture a whole bunch of subjects as appealingly as possible at the exact same time. The bigger the group, the more difficult it becomes to take the defining shot to be proud of. Of course, what defines an appropriate and appealing […]
It’s probably fair to say that a whole generation of social media users fancies itself budding food photographers in development. Taking shots of what we’re eating and posting them online has become an integral part of popular culture; one that some take incredibly seriously. But if you’re planning on monetising your food photography hobby and […]
Smartphone technology has evolved practically beyond recognition over the past few years. And the most impressive advancement of all has been the development of increasingly sophisticated camera technology. Yes, baked into a long list of surprisingly affordable devices are the likes of Sony and Leica imaging technology. And, contrary to popular belief, you don’t necessarily […]
There’s nothing like the thrill of capturing a once in a lifetime shot… only to discover it’s blurry and unfocused. Blurry photos are the bane of many photographers’ existence; too many promising photographers are simply plagued by dissatisfactory results. These days, the ‘Auto’ mode of most decent digital cameras does a pretty strong job adjusting […]
Binoculars are a must for anyone into bird watching, wildlife or anything to do with the great outdoors. Perfect for all kinds of days out (and more serious wildlife photo shoots), binoculars and telescopes allow you to get up close and personal with all kinds of wildlife in its natural habitat. But with such a […]
To a degree, we’ve today’s technologically sophisticated smartphones to thank for the world’s growing obsession with macro photography. Increasingly, the devices we carry are more than equipped to capture a quality of photo that would have once called for a pro-grade photography rig. But when it comes to taking truly remarkable macro shots, nothing can […]
There’s no disputing it; wildlife photography is one of the most satisfying of all forms of photography. The satisfaction that comes with capturing an incredible shot of a wild animal in its natural habitat is beyond compare. As is the joy that comes with getting up close and personal with your subject, without ever having made […]
The world’s collective obsession with photography is nothing new. It was all the way back in the early 1800s that the first photograph was taken; a seemingly humble achievement at the time, viewed today as a pivotal point in history. Today, technological advances have enabled the vast majority of consumers to become armchair photographers. You […]