Photography Tips
Read photography tips and tutorials

Learn Light Painting Photography (with ANY Camera)
Learn how to light paint using inexpensive string lights to take pictures on any camera!

Softbox vs Umbrella | Comparing Two Common Lighting Modifiers
What is the difference between these two very important lighting modifiers? Every portrait photographer should know how to use both of them correctly...

8 Maternity Photography Tips and Ideas (Updated)
Here are a few tips to help you get through your first maternity session.

How To Photograph Fireworks | Tutorials and Tips (Updated)
Whether you've never tried photographing fireworks or you're a seasoned pro, you'll find interesting, inspiring, and useful information in this roundup!

How to Capture Stunning Fireworks Portraits
I recently shot a wedding with a firework show and I wanted to show you how I captured the best firework image with a simple composite trick.

Newborn Photography Tips for Great Baby Photos
Welcoming a newborn into the family is one of the most cherished moments in any parent’s life. As time flies, ...

Defining Leading Lines in Photography (with 20+ Examples!)
See how photographers in our Lighting community took on the Leading Lines feature challenge!

How to Fix a Water Damaged Camera
Water damage can spell disaster for photographers, turning prized equipment into pricey paperweights. Whether it’s a result of a sudden ...

20+ Inspiring Snow Wedding Pictures
See how our community members took on the Winter Wonderland feature challenge!

Outdoor Flash Photography: How to Balance Ambient Light and Strobe
For some photographers, flash only comes out when the light fails — a last resort for dark reception halls and ...

Understanding Balance in Photography
Balance is a compositional technique in photography that juxtaposes images within a frame so that the objects are of equal visual weight. When different parts of a photo command your attention equally, perfect balance is achieved. In photography, there are two main techniques of balance you should be aware of: formal and informal. We’ll discuss the difference between each and how they can affect your photo.

15 Couple Maternity Photoshoot Ideas, Poses, and Tips
Pregnancy is a beautiful journey that deserves to be celebrated and documented. Capturing the moments of this special time with ...










