Why is it that some photos strike a chord with our audience and why do some images transcend the reach of our usual audience and go viral? Many years of practical experience as a photography teacher and purveyor of fine art photography has contributed to the formation of my own viewpoint on this topic.
Read MorePan’s Labyrinth is a classic fantasy film directed by Guillermo Del Toro. I’ve discovered that photographer’s can learn a great deal from how Del Toro strove for simplicity in his approach to film making, even when dealing with complex concepts.
Read MoreI dedicate the photos in this post to my uncle, Bill Gearon, who died in the city of Bendigo, Australia on 13 May 2013. He was 97 years of age.
Read MoreMeeting a Buddhist monk while on a photography adventure to the Bayon, a part of the famous Angkor Wat complex in Cambodia, was an incredible experience, given the torture inflicted on him, as a child, by his Khmer Rouge oppressors.
Read MoreGolden Rock and the Kyaiktiyo Pagoda, located at the top of Mt Kyaiktiyo in Myanmar, has been a site of worship for Buddhist devotees for over 2,500 years. I found viewing this truly beautiful structure to be a wonderful experience and I was deeply moved by the devotion of the faithful as I quietly observed them lighting candles, burning incense and chanting in front of the Golden Rock.
Read MoreGreat subject matter makes for great photos. Here’s how I go about exploring both conventional and unconventional subject matter to make more emotive and visually dynamic photos.
Read MoreWhat is subject matter in photography and how can you use composition to better define the subject in your photos? Many years of practical photography, and lots of research along the way, enables me to describe and illustrate this fundamental, yet quite profound image making consideration.
Read MoreWhere's home for you? Is it the house you own or the flat you rent? Either way I believe in the saying that home is where the heart is. And that’s all the more reason to document your life where you currently reside. That means ensuring you come out from behind the camera and have your own photo made.
Read MorePeople photography combines creativity and technique to produce visually arresting images that explore the very essence of the human condition. If you’ve struggled to make beautiful people photos then my simple to implement tips will set you on the path to success.
Read MoreThe life of a travel photographer can be exciting, exhausting and, at times, dangerous. As in all things, the choices you make determine your reality and, with that, the success of your photos.
Read MoreColor balance is a fundamental aspect of photography. My own, extensive exploration of color balance has deeply affected how I perceive and photograph the world around me. Let me share that knowledge, showcased with images from Greenland and China, to demonstrate how control over color balance will positively impact the success of your photos.
Read MoreThere’s nothing more dramatic than spectacular nature photos of powerful waves crashing into headlands or cascading over rock formations along the shoreline. Here’s the tips and techniques I’ve discovered over the years that will ensure you can produce really amazing pictures when your travel photography adventures take you to dramatic coastal locations.
Read MoreMy journey in photography has taught me much about the power of composition and how color can positively impact the emotional power of the images we create. Here’s what years of study and practical experience has taught me.
Read MoreDepth Of Field (DOF) can be confusing and may seem overly complex and technical. I still remember the breakthrough that came when I mastered depth of field and how it became a critical factor in being able to create more professional looking and emotionally charged images.
Read MoreSilhouette photography is one of the most creative techniques an aspiring photographer can employ to move beyond technical competency and produce really compelling images. My own exploration of the silhouette has enabled me to create photos that are dramatic in mood and imbued with a sense of mystery.
Read MoreIt’s a fun and very satisfying experience to make great photos while visiting major art galleries and museums. Here’s what my own practical experience has taught me that will help you make your own great photos when you next visit a major art space.
Read MoreCreating abstract photos is a fun way by which I’ve been able to build a more creative approach into the way I make photos. Whether it’s in-camera techniques such as macro or creative movement, or playing around with different renderings or techniques in Photoshop, there’s a few simple approaches to abstract photography that enables me to have fun and produce more creative photos, more often.
Read MoreWhat is a High Dynamic Range scene and is a HDR workflow the solution you need when photographing under high contrast lighting conditions? What I've learned along my own journey taking HDR photos will give you all the information you’ll need to be able to make really great High Dynamic Range photos when the conditions demand it.
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