New Year’s Eve is by far the world’s biggest party – think about how the media strives to connect the dropping of the Ball in New York’s Times Square with the other parties going on all over the country -regardless of the time zone! Big parties come with a lot of expectations and a big […]
Your iPhone takes great pictures, almost regardless of the one you have in your pocket right now. If you’re fortunate enough to have the new iPhone XS or iPhone XS Max, then both represent the pinnacle of Apple’s camera technology, and you’re assured of excellent performance. We’ve been using the iPhone XS Max since it […]
Aviary’s business model is more about providing lightweight photo editing capabilities to other tech companies through an SDK (software developer kit) than building their own apps. And they’ve been successful at this, counting as clients such heavyweights as Box, Walgreens, and even the top online photo site, Flickr. But iPhone users can take advantage of […]
There are dozens of web apps for editing photos in your browser, but more are quite simple affairs that have more in common with Instagram than Photoshop. Pixlr Editor is different. You can begin by uploading an image from your desktop, but Pixlr Editor also lets you open a picture from an URL or create […]
Whether you are actively considering a move away from Photoshop, or simply hoping there is a non-proprietary tool for reading your Photoshop images if you ever decide to stop subscribing to Adobe’s cloud, you’ve probably wondered about GIMP. A free, open-source, image editor, the GNU Image Manipulation Program (GIMP) has been a go-to tool for […]
Cleaning Your Digital SLR Camera’s Image Sensor Proper and regular upkeep of your digital camera is important for maintaining the highest quality performance from your camera. Much of routine maintenance is simple, easy to carry out procedures. The most common maintenance target is dust, which on your lens or image sensor will result in flawed […]
Learn about Using Flash Diffusers and Reflectors When you have a dedicated flash unit, adding some accessories can help you can get the most out of it, resulting in even more creative and artistic photos. Like nearly every other piece of photographic equipment, a flash unit has accessories that go with it to enhance the […]
Tasty Food Photography is an eBook for food bloggers and food photography enthusiats. Photography is an incredible tool that can have a profound impact on the life of your blog or website. I’ve learned a lot of things – both big and small – in the last few years, and this book is my way […]
Take Your Holiday Photography to the Next Level! Christmastime (and winter) is the most energetic and exciting time to take photographs for a variety of reasons – the natural elements, the captivating and imaginative decorations (including Christmas lights) and the festive mood that overcomes whole communities. You can photograph during the day, but some of […]
Take Your Event Photography to the Next Level! Most people have been to concerts, loved the music and the atmosphere but have come out with disappointing photographs. Low light conditions coupled with artificial and unpredictable lighting, as well as crowds of people nudging you out of the way can make concert photography extremely challenging. !A […]