Let’s face it, being proficient in Photoshop is crucial to your success as a photographer. I can’t stress how important this knowledge is. This online video course will get you there quickly to give you a professional understanding of Photoshop concepts, tools, and their application. Even if you know your way around pixel editing, there [...]
Is Glamour or Nude Photography Right For You?
May 9, 2011 By 1 Comment
From sculpture to paintings to photography, the human form is one of the classic subjects. Photographers, like other artists, have long been fascinated by the play of light against the human body. Of course, in some eras and some parts of the world nudity in any form has at times been considered taboo. But [...]
Flirting With Film
April 25, 2011 By Leave a Comment
It’s not uncommon to hear photographers talk about digital as something they really appreciate for its efficiencies. But when you bring film into the conversation, sometimes it’s like mentioning an old flame to someone stuck in a marriage of convenience. Some photographers just love film, even though they know they have to spend most of [...]
Holga Lens for Your DSLR
April 21, 2011 By 3 Comments
For people who like the look of lomography but want the convenience and relative costs savings of digital, there are ways to have both. Of course you can just take a digital picture with your camera (or any device) and transform it with the software of your choice. If you lack the patience and skill [...]
Video Portraiture
April 19, 2011 By Leave a Comment
I shot a video portrait based on my X-Reel series. Portraiture doesn’t have to be limited to still photography. There are times that I feel a model or client can suggest a story in motion, with a series of movements and expressions, that can’t quite be captured in a still image, or even a series [...]
Photo Shoot: Behind the Scenes with Julia O’Neill
March 31, 2011 By 3 Comments
Central Park & Columbus Circle. Yesterday in NYC.
Reader Stories: Pinhole Photography
March 23, 2011 By 3 Comments
Reader, Joseph Ferreira contacted me about his approach to pinhole photography with a digital camera. I love it when people experiment with alternative forms of photography. I asked him if he would send some examples and give a short explanation of how he makes his photos. Here’s what he had to say: I try to [...]
Learn More From These Great eBooks
March 14, 2011 By 1 Comment
Here are a few of the eBooks I’m currently recommending. Some are on sale: Photo Nuts & Bolts Photo Nuts & Shots The Essential Guide to Portrait Photography Transcending Travel – A guide to Captivating Travel Photography DIY Home Studio Photography Portrait Tips and Techniques Guerrilla Glamour Guerrilla Headshots How to Photography Nudes Like a [...]
Question About Nikon Lenses
February 21, 2011 By 2 Comments
In a recent email, Ellen asks: I am in need of a little advice on equipment. I hung my shingle out last year for real. This is what I have: Nikon D80, Nikon 18-200VR lens, 900 speed light, 2 small RPS strobes. This is what I do: Senior, Maternity & Family Portraits, Prom and School [...]
How I Shot It: Vixen’s Revenge!
February 16, 2011 By Leave a Comment
One of the chapters in my new eBook, Taking Your Portraiture to the Next Level II, is about how to approach self-assignments. Self-assigned art projects are a great way to get yourself out of a creative rut and stretch your imagination. If all you’ve been shooting lately are senior portrait sessions or weddings, it might [...]
