February 1, 2012
Blog Archives
Photoshoot From Start To Finish (My Way)
There are literally thousands on photography tutorials on the internet (including mine) that explain the different elements that ultimately make up a photoshoot (resulting in your photos). I have read ALOT of them and most are very useful however, I probably only use about 25% of the stuff that I have learned from tutorials in practical every day shoots.
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Millennium Bridge, London Town
Took a trip to London last night for some shots of the Millennium Bridge and its surroundings. I was hoping for clear, crisp skies as like we have had for the past few nights but this wasn’t to be, luckily the broken clouds did add some colour and depth to the images.
2012 Serenity
Thought I would start off the year with some calming images in case you have a hangover and just want to relax! ;)
10 Stop Filter Explained
Today I received a 10 stop ND filter after reading about what can be achieved using it and searching online for a good deal. As far as I can tell there ar 2 main players in the 10 stop filter market, the Lee ‘Big Stopper’ and the Hitech filter (which I purchased). It’s gonna be fun trying this bad boy out!
Understanding Your Camera’s Histogram
Understanding the Histogram on your DSLR is an important element in avoiding under or over exposed images when you get to your post processing. Although most DSLR’s have an LCD screen for you to preview your photographs prior to transferring them to your PC for post processing, it is difficult to be absolutely sure if … Continue Reading
Exposure Compensation Explained
Pretty much any camera these days, whether P&S or DSLR come with a whole range of different settings designed to make your life easier and automatically calculate the many different variables in the scene you are taking a photograph of, sometimes however, these maybe slightly wrong and need some guidance from you…..
Inside An HDR Christmas Tree
Just a bit of photography experimentation on a weekday evening, did a couple of test shots to see how our Christmas tree and decorations would come out in HDR……..more to follow
Using The Sun In Photography
Using the sun and it’s light correclty and imaginatively within your photography can yeild great results, enhance an otherwise ‘normal’ photo and even save you money. Below are few tips and ways in which you can harness the suns effect on the environment and use this to your advatnage during a shoot.
How To Photograph Fireworks
Photographing fireworks is not an easy thing to master. Catherine wheels and other stationary fireworks can be captured using a tripod as they remain still and you know where they are, rockets and other fireworks which shoot into the sky are difficult because of the movement and the fact that you never know exactly where they will travel to. Below is a guide on the best practices to capture fireworks in all of their glory.
