Waterfalls are one of nature’s wonders for landscape photography. When I’m in front of a waterfall, I want to get smooth, silky water and motion blur with a long exposure. That can be tricky. In this article, I’ll share seven tips for breathtaking waterfall photography. Waterfall Photography: Staying Safe Photographing…

Composition is a funny old thing, because it’s common knowledge that learning composition will help your photography, but it’s also something you should never really pay too much consideration too. I always feel that it’s best to teach people composition under the guidance that it’s training a person’s eyes to look at a potential photo in a different way. You should never just blindly follow the ‘rules’, but you can use your new knowledge to shape your photos into something which is much more pleasing to the eye.

Forced perspective in photography is a type of optical illusion. Objects appear to be a different size or distance due to the angle you shoot from. You can turn tiny objects into giants or shrink buildings. A classic example of forced perspective? The tourist shot of a person “holding up”…

There is a genuine skill to framing photos, and Advanced Composition from Photzy is an e-book that aims to help you improve that skill. The smallest changes can sometimes make a big difference. So learning about what works best is a great idea. The question is whether Photzy’s Advanced Composition…

There are quite a few composition rules in photography. And you probably have heard of things like leading lines, the golden ratio, and the rule of thirds. But the golden triangle in photography might be one you haven’t heard of. In today’s article, you’ll learn how to apply the golden…

You can use foreground, middleground, and background to add depth and dimension to the image. These are often used in landscape photography. But they are also useful in other genres of photography. Adding depth and dimension to any image adds more interest in the eyes of the viewer. It makes them…

Every photographer knows how much timing matters when taking a shot. In this article, we have collected 30 photos where perfect timing was the key to success. How did a photographer manage to be in the right place at the right time for these perfectly timed photos? 1. Fishing Man…

For photographers, choosing between a portrait or landscape orientation can be tricky. In this article, we’ll have a look at portrait vs landscape orientations. We’ll see where they’re used in photography, and when to choose one over the other. Portrait vs Landscape Orientation in Photography Robert Cornelius took the first…

Our article covers eight tips for framing photography shots to elevate your compositions. Framing is one of the most important aspects of photography, yet many beginner photographers overlook it. Framing a shot means deciding what to include in the photo and what to exclude. But it’s more than just that.…

This article looks at how to understand and use symbolism in photography… Symbolism depicts more than meets the eye. And our associations with symbols shape the way we perceive visual experiences. This makes symbolism a powerful tool for photographers. Exploring Symbolism in Photography Because of its many uses in literature…

Dutch angle photography tends to break traditional composition rules. But breaking the rules of composition isn’t always a bad thing! Intentionally angling your camera while shooting certain photos is a great way to add dynamism to your photos. It’s great for a wide range of photography, from street to architecture…

A focal point is the part of an image that your eye is instinctively drawn to. It could be a person in a portrait, a flower in a garden, or the sun setting over the horizon. The key to good photography is to create images with a strong focal point.…