Photography Basics

The Photography basics category of our site will give you a foundation for your photography education.  While many of these are considered beginner or 101 tips and tutorials, they are essential to your understanding of photography.

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Camera Angles: A Comprehensive Guide to Mastering the Art of Perspective

Christopher

In photography, the angle of the camera can have a profound effect on the final image. It can alter the ...

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4 Ways to Incorporate More Color Into Your Photography

Shivani Reddy

Want to learn how to capture vibrant colors in photography? Here are 4 ways!

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Valentine’s Day Photoshoot Ideas, Tips and Examples

Tanya Goodall Smith

5 quick, affordable and easy photo valentines you can make with your kids. No complicated backdrops or expensive craft supplies needed.

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How to Use Photography Surface Boards

Sean Lewis

As photographers, we rely on several different pieces of gear to practice our trade. Some, like zoom lenses or 5-in-1 ...

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Self Portrait Ideas To Do At Home

David Crewe

In this video Daniel Horvath quickly shows 10 (+1) Creative Ideas for Selfies at home while using just normal everyday items.

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35mm vs 50mm When Buying Your First Prime Lens

Sean Lewis

Have you outgrown your kit lens? Now that you're ready to buy a prime lens, should you go for a 35mm or a 50mm?

Capturing Motion Using the Shutter Drag Camera Technique

Pye

Fast moving subject? Dragging the shutter is a great technique for capturing motion and emphasizing action in your photographs. Let’s ...

How Much Resolution Do You Really Need?

Bing Putney

How high megapixel cameras compare to human eyesight.

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4 Simple Steps for Dramatic Portrait Lighting Anywhere

Pye

What if I said that you can take great portraits anywhere, even in an ordinary garage? It’s all about understanding ...

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Aperture Priority vs. Shutter Priority vs. Manual Mode | Which is Best?

Michael Henson

We're going to take a closer look at the four main modes available on most cameras and discuss scenarios where each mode makes the most sense. Ready? Let's dive in!

Demystifying Tilt-Shift Lenses | How They Work

Holly Roa

Tilt-shift lenses have long been a favorite tool among architectural and landscape photographers for their ability to control perspective. They ...

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Tips for Corporate Headshots and Portraits

David Crewe

In this post, we'll go over some tips & tricks to help you get through a long day of corporate headshots.