Tanya Goodall Smith
How Much You Should Charge for Photography
One of the most asked questions I hear from aspiring photographers is “How much should I charge for photography?” There’s no simple answer but here are several resources that may help you figure it out.
No Studio? No Problem: 5 Simple Lighting Setups for Portraits On-location
5 simple lighting setup for portraits on-location, including specific examples, BTS shots, and diagrams.
No Studio, No Problem: How to Create Stunning Head Shots in Any Location
Five tips, including gear suggestions, for successfully shooting head shots on-location.
What Art Directors and Designers Look for in Photographs
Ever wondered what art directors & designers look for when purchasing photographs? Here's a look into their minds and how to tailor your work to suit.
Polaroid Snap Camera Review — Perfect for Parties, Posting & DIY Photo Booths
Imagine ending up with a digital copy of all your instant prints, too? The Polaroid Snap gives you the best of the digital and instant prints worlds.
How to Create Simple Studio-Style School Portraits in Your Own Backyard
So, when was the last time you photographed your own kids? You don't need fancy gear or an indoor studio to create studio style portraits. In this article, I show you how to create simple studio style portraits in your own backyard with the most basic gear.
How to Remove A Soft-Edged Object Using The Pen & Clone Stamp Tools In Photoshop
In this tutorial we take an SLR Lounge Critique submission and show you how to make the changes we suggest.
8 Must Have Photography Products for Mom Photographers + Aide de Camp Camera Bag Giveaway
Here are 8 of Tanya's favorite (or wish list) photography products for moms, plus an awesome camera bag giveaway from Aide de Camp!
Easy Edit: How to Create a Black & White Film Look in Lightroom in 2 Clicks or Less
Blown out skies got you down? Try editing your images with a grainy black and white film look. Here's how I edited these black and white portraits in Lightroom in just a few clicks.
The Four Factors that Affect Depth of Field
Four factors affect depth of field. Do you know what they are? Not even sure what depth of field means or how it affects your composition? Check out this article for all you need to know.
From Amateur to Award Winning in Less Than a Year | Interview With 18-Year-Old Eli Dreyfuss
Self-taught high school Senior Eli Dreyfuss rapidly went from “spraying and praying” to exhibiting his signature photographic style as the winner of various photography competitions around the world.
Valentine’s Day Gift Guide For Photographers
Valentine's Day is just around the corner! Whether or not you think it's a "made-up holiday," most ladies love to receive tokens of affection anytime so now is as good a time as any to surprise your Photography Love with a new piece of gear or gadget.
