Capture the Moment!
Since 2013, I’ve published hundreds of blog posts on all aspects of photography. Some are aimed at helping photographers with their technique, settings, and equipment, but others describe my exhibitions, workshops, and adventures in Africa, Antarctica and beyond.
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Top 5 Aspects of Photography Every Student Should Master
Most people who pick up a camera for the first time assume the hard part is choosing the right equipment. It is not. The hard part is unlearning the impulse to point and shoot without thinking, a habit smartphones have made almost universal. Photography, as a discipline, demands something different: deliberate attention. And for students stepping into it seriously, that shift in mindset is where everything begins.
Types of Light for Wildlife Photography
Light is light, right? Wrong! Light varies in colour, direction, brightness and softness throughout the day, and each type makes different demands on the photographer. You need to know how to guarantee good light and how to cope with bad light by using the right camera settings and editing techniques.