May
1
Green screen photography (which can actually be blue as well) is very useful for isolating a subject, usually a person, with the intention of replacing the background later. Green and blue are the most common colors used since these are the most likely colors to not be on your body. However, any color can be […]
Apr
28
Whether you are planning portrait photography or dabbling in landscape photography, the exposure level plays a crucial role in creating a good shot. If you are taking wedding shots, a good wedding photographer should be skillful or experienced enough to use the correct exposure in order to capture your memorable moment beautifully. Photography exposure is the amount […]
Apr
10
Have you ever stopped for a moment when getting a photo taken (or taking one) and thought “Why the heck did they ask me (did I tell them) to say “CHEESE!”? I can think of only two occasions when I’ve ever discussed the “say cheese” matter with friends of colleagues, and even then I can’t […]
Mar
26
Are you one of those people who loves taking photos, but only during the day? Unlike the intrepid wedding photographer, you put your camera away without a second thought when the light starts to dim, content with the idea that cameras only work well in broad daylight or in brightly lit places. Thanks to numerous […]
Mar
26
It’s happened to everyone at least once: The ad is packed with pictures of an irresistible deep-dish pie, oozing with glistening cheese and crisp colorful vegetables. Gracing the background as a sure indication of wholesome freshness, some lovely green peppers are misted with tiny droplets as they rest comfortably next to handcrafted sausages straight from […]
Mar
24
Since my family and I are FINALLY moving off this damn mountain and back to the city of Napa, I decided to compile a collection of beautiful Napa photos. I have in the past published an article on Photoluminary containing my own Napa Valley photos. However this post is a collection of my favorite Napa […]
Jan
22
There are painters that prefer to dip their brush in paint and glide their hands over a canvas for themselves, and other painters that bring their skills for a profit as they try to sell their work. For those that are looking for a profit, oftentimes a good photographic technique will be the difference between […]
Dec
27
Be inconspicuous! This is one thing that people find really hard, most people will only take a photo when people are ready for it but this is the worst time to take one. The nicest photos are always taken when the subject is unaware the photo is being taken. They have a much more natural […]
Dec
27
Stock photography is demanding. With millions of images to compete against, standing out from the crowd seems darn near impossible. Some of the most successful stock photographers have established a brand for themselves. Their style, subject matter, and high quality make them hugely popular with image buyers. Today I will discuss branding your portfolio and […]
Dec
27
In digital photography, protecting your hard work is important. Many companies and artists turn to watermarking as a means of theft prevention. Though this is effective for stopping just anyone from using your images, there is more a watermark can be used for than just theft protection. Here are 5 other ways you can utilize […]
