Category: Photography

  • How to Create Perfect Night Photos

    A few months ago, I shared how to take stunning night photos. There, I touched on the technical aspects of taking and editing such images. In today’s article, I expand on the topic, focusing on creating perfectly noise-free night images. A lot has happened in the software industry over the past year. AI is everywhere, including…

  • Why Using the Golden Ratio in Your Photos Might Not Be a Good Idea After All

    A while ago, someone commented on an article that composition is meaningless and people drawing wiggly lines on a photo were pulling the wool over people’s eyes. Initially, I dismissed that as being a naïve comment. Then, I did a little research and found something surprising. What is composition? For me it is the careful…

  • Adobe Plans to Make You Pay for Photoshop's AI Features, Even if You Have a Subscription

    Photoshop’s Generative Fill is possibly the single most talked about addition in the history of the program. This AI-powered feature allows users to add elements to a photograph not present in the original capture. Many creators love the feature. But that may be about to change due to a recently announced change in Adobe’s pricing…

  • Photography, CGI, and AI: Can You Tell the Difference? An Interview With Steve Hansen

    Which image in the banner is a photograph, and which is computer generated? Can you even tell anymore? With the addition of computer generated imagery (CGI) and artificial intelligence, the process of creating images has provided commercial photographers more tools than ever. I sat down with award-winning food photographer Steve Hansen to discuss this topic…

  • OM System Announce the New TOUGH TG-7 Adventure Camera

    Historically, the Olympus TOUGH cameras were well respected by outdoor adventurers, divers, and those who work in extreme environments. The New OM System TOUGH TG-7 has taken a huge step forward with a host of exciting new features. There is a big call for small but strong cameras for those who venture into the wilds,…

  • Breaking the Mold: Ignoring the Rule of Thirds in Landscape Photography

    Landscape photography is a captivating art form that allows us as photographers to capture the beauty of the natural world. Among the many composition techniques employed by landscape photographers, the Rule of Thirds has long been considered a fundamental guideline for creating visually appealing and balanced shots. However, in this article, we will explore a…

  • The Gamble and Reward of Seascape Photography

    As a seasoned seascape photographer, I’ve learned that capturing the beauty of the ocean is a thrilling yet unpredictable pursuit. Each time I venture to one of my favorite locations, Ballycotton Lighthouse, I’m reminded of the gamble that is seascape photography. It’s a game where nature holds all the cards, and the outcome is never…

  • Planning Versus Spontaneity in Landscape Photography

    Landscape photography is an art that often balances on the precipice of meticulous planning and spontaneous creativity. As a landscape photographer, I’ve found myself torn between meticulously planning every detail of a shoot and simply going with the flow, capturing the unexpected. In this article, let’s delve into a debate: Is it better to meticulously…

  • Cheap and Cheerful: Testing Out a Budget Cable for Tethered Shooting

    I took a chance on purchasing a no-frills £12 tether cable to see how it performs in comparison to other well-known brand cables. If you shoot tethered, you might want to read on. The pursuit of perfection often leads us down the path of expensive gear and accessories, which can eat into a photographer’s profit…

  • Secondhand Saga: Lessons Learned Through Purchasing a Faulty Pre-Owned Lens

    This article delves into my personal experience of spending £1,000 on a secondhand lens, which turned out to be faulty. This cautionary tale will open your eyes to the perils that come with the world of preowned or gray-market camera equipment. Replacing and upgrading gear is a natural part of the lifecycle of your photography…