A Step-By-Step Tutorial for Artistic Travel Photography
Hello everyone! My name is Lee and I am a cultural travel photographer. I would like to share my experience in taking artistic travel photos. No complicated theories here, just…
Exploring Light, Direction, and Mood: A Study
In the first of a series of follow-up articles to The Quality of Light, I have posted this article to share a series of photographs (along with the thought processes…
The Characteristics of Illumination
In a follow-up to a previous article, “A Study in Vision, Light, and Shadows”, I decided to share my thoughts and experiences on my most inspiring topic in photography – light.…
15 Composition Techniques for Creating Powerful Photography
The following article contains a list of important composition tips to help you take the strongest possible photos. It goes without saying that composition is a very personal creative decision,…
Exploring Light and Landscapes
In the fourth of a series of follow-up articles to The Quality of Light, I will describe my interpretation of the intersection of light and aesthetics in landscape photography as…
Crafting a Photograph: The Art of Visualization
Hello, my name is Rick Keller. I am an amateur photographer who lives in San Diego, CA, one of many readers of Photography Life, and an occasional participant in its…
Comparing Natural and Artificial Light in Photography
Light is the most important part of photography, period. The nature of the light you capture has a fundamental impact on how your photo turns out. Good light can make…
Comprehending Photographic Variations in Contrast
What is contrast? How can you get high-contrast images? It’s a sought-after concept in photography, but also one of the most confusing, as there are a wide number of ways…
How to Adjust White Balance in Photoshop
White balance is one of the most basic and yet trickiest aspects of photography. Although the white balance you’ve set in-camera may look good most of the time, in other…
Exploring Light, Shadows, and Landscapes: A Study
In the third of a series of follow-up articles to The Quality of Light, I will delve into my revered interests in photography: light and landscapes. In this article, I…