Effectively using lines to control a photograph’s composition will set the scene for the viewer. Leading lines can guide the eye through a photograph, drawing attention where the photographer decides. They can draw intrigue, create mood, and serve as the main focus of a photograph. They also serve as effective frames.
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I recently photographed some handheld long exposures in the Columbia River Gorge, Oregon. I made a series of shots with a one second shutter speed. That doesn’t sound very long, but it’s enough to completely change the look of the water. The blurred and smoothed look for waterfalls is very popular. Many shots see online …
Wintertime brings cold to many areas but it also brings the celebrations of various holidays and displays of lights. Candles are lit on the menorah with the shamash over eight days of Hanukkah. People in warmer areas wish for snow to feel more like it’s Christmas. Quaint areas of town string their storefronts with twinkling …
Having photography projects has endless benefits. They can motivate you, help you figure out what to do next and give you a clear way to see how your work improves over time. Projects are also how our audience understands who you are as a photographer. Whether an online gallery or a physical show, images are …
It’s the holidays, which is the season of special family meals, eating out and stopping for nice treats to help get through all the shopping and errands. This time of year is a great time to use all those colorful and carefully prepared dishes to practice your shots. Composition and Context In most of my …
Nighttime photography can be an exhilarating and adventurous experience. The contrast of dark shadows and bright lights create new challenges and dynamic outcomes. The photos are often evocative and create a sense of mystery and intrigue that come with the night. The Spoon and Cherry were featured on photopigs last week to illustrate the rule …
Nighttime photography can be an exhilarating and adventurous experience. The contrast of dark shadows and bright lights create new challenges and dynamic outcomes. The photos are often evocative and create a sense of mystery and intrigue that come with the night. The Spoon and Cherry were featured on photopigs last week to illustrate the rule …