Whether you’re a professional or a hobbyist photographer, you’ve probably encountered the difficulty of taking photos on a cloudy day. The dreary skies might be unappealing, and the flat light can make it difficult to acquire the appropriate exposure. However, with a little know-how, you can take advantage of overcast days to create gorgeous, …
Interior photography is a specialized field of photography that focuses on taking pictures of the inside of homes, buildings, and other structures. This type of photography can be used for both personal and commercial purposes. Personal reasons for taking interior photographs may include capturing memories of a special event or a loved one. While …
Contemporary photography refers to the period of photography that began in the late 20th century and continues into the present day. This type of photography is characterized by its use of new technology and its often experimental approach. Contemporary photographers often utilize digital cameras and software to create their images. It gives them a …
Light trail photography is a creative and unique way to capture the beauty of light in motion. This type of photography requires a bit of planning and preparation, but the results can be truly stunning. The technique can be used to capture the movement of stars in the night sky, the flow of traffic, …
A viewpoint is an angle from which a photographer takes a picture. The viewpoint can be changed to create different effects in the photograph. There are three main viewpoints used in photography: the frontal, profile, and 3/4 view. In frontal view, the subject is facing the camera directly. The profile view is when the …
A backdrop in photography is a cloth or paperboard upon which the subject is placed to provide a contrasting background. This can be as simple as a piece of white paper, or something more complex and colorful. The use of a backdrop can help to focus the viewer’s attention on the subject, and can …
A horse photographer is a person who makes a living by taking photographs of horses. Horse photography can be a profession or an amateur hobby. A horse photographer is usually hired by owners to take photos of their horses and sell them to other people. They can also be hired by magazines, newspapers, and …
Heirloom photography is a unique and sentimental way to capture your family history. By taking photos of your loved ones using antique cameras and processes, you create photographs that will last for generations. Not only are the images beautiful and timeless, but the entire process of creating them is special and memorable. If you’re …
Bracketing is a photography technique that allows you to capture multiple exposures of the same scene, with varying levels of intensity. This technique is often used to ensure that you have at least one correctly exposed photo, even if the lighting conditions changed slightly from one shot to the next. To bracket a photo, …
A contact sheet, also called a proof sheet, is a photographic negative or positive print of all the frames exposed in a single camera shot. This allows the photographer to assess pictures for correct focus and composition, as well as to select the best individual frame for printing. Historically, contact sheets were made by …