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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Grainy Photos 101 | Causes, Fixes and Artistry

Alice Houstons

It’s the end of the day and the sun has set. As the light fades, the night sky catches your ...

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How to Hold a Camera: 6 Techniques for Sharper Handheld Shots

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This may be a topic that seems basic and easy to gloss over, but have you ever thought about to properly hold your camera? In this article we will be discussing 5 tips and tricks to help you get better and more stable shots while hand holding your camera.

The Reason Why The Camera Adds 10 Pounds

Pye

It’s a phrase as familiar to anyone who’s ever stepped in front of a lens: ‘The camera adds ten pounds.’ ...

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10 Tips for Better Water Reflection Photography

Sean Lewis

This is one technique you should absolutely keep in your toolbox to boost your creativity.

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Essential Tips for Using Diagonal Lines in Photography

Christopher

Shapes help create structure and visual interest in compositions. They guide the viewer’s eye, establish balance or tension, and convey ...

Diffraction, Aperture, and Starburst Effects

Pye

Starburst effects can add an interesting element to a photograph. In a dark scene, it can add a dreamy, peaceful twinkle to the lights. In a daytime scene, a starburst sun can add drama and interest to the skies.

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What is “Exposing to the Left” and Should You Do It?

Pye

You'll be amazed at how much time you can save if you combine this exposure tip with those we shared in Part One, and it works regardless of the camera you use. Check out Part Two (of Two) in our exposure series.

Photography Basics | Beginner’s Complete Guide To Photography

Matthew Saville

Everybody knows how to click a photo these days, but, do you really know photography? Whether you know just a little bit, or nothing at all, here is your complete introduction to photography!

6 Must-Have Lenses For Wedding Photography

Pye

In order to deliver a complete wedding photography product, you're going to need lenses that allow you to capture each of these aspects with artistry and creativity.

5 Tips For Shooting Wedding Portraits in Winter

Jason Henington

When shooting in the cold, there are so many challenges to consider, but there are also many opportunities you don't have at other times of the year. Here are 5 tips for taking great couples portraits in cold climates.

The Power Of The Right Lens Choice In Mediocre Locations

Shivani Reddy

Struggling trying to make magic from medicore locations? Learn from or struggles as we walk you through our lens choices to

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Camera Angles: A Guide to Mastering the Art of Perspective

Christopher

In photography, the angle of the camera can have a huge effect on the final image by altering the mood, ...