There are three words related to photography I hate. Sadly, these particular words are now part of the basic photography vocabulary commonly spoken by most photographers. Long ago I decided to replace these three ugly words with more positive alternatives when speaking or writing about photography.
Read MoreIt’s a glorious sight to behold a fast flowing river’s journey, as it cuts its way through a rocky landscape in rural Iceland. But photographing the river’s journey, as it makes its way towards the sea, is even better.
Read MoreAre you an aspiring fashion photographer or model? Either way I think it’s important to understand how physically difficult a fashion shoot can be for a model.
Read MoreColor is the most fundamental aspect of composition. Color has meaning and photos composed around color are great fun to make. It’s even possible to take really happy photos with a reduced color palette.
Read MoreWe spend so much time and effort chasing success without having a clear idea of what it means to be successful. My own journey has taken me to a place where achieving a sustainable balance between financial needs, modest and attainable goals and a happy and healthy life is what I’m now moving towards as I manifest success in my own life.
Read MoreWhy is it that some photos strike a chord with our audience and why do some images transcend the reach of our usual audience and go viral? Many years of practical experience as a photography teacher and purveyor of fine art photography has contributed to the formation of my own viewpoint on this topic.
Read MorePan’s Labyrinth is a classic fantasy film directed by Guillermo Del Toro. I’ve discovered that photographer’s can learn a great deal from how Del Toro strove for simplicity in his approach to film making, even when dealing with complex concepts.
Read MoreI dedicate the photos in this post to my uncle, Bill Gearon, who died in the city of Bendigo, Australia on 13 May 2013. He was 97 years of age.
Read MoreMeeting a Buddhist monk while on a photography adventure to the Bayon, a part of the famous Angkor Wat complex in Cambodia, was an incredible experience, given the torture inflicted on him, as a child, by his Khmer Rouge oppressors.
Read MoreGolden Rock and the Kyaiktiyo Pagoda, located at the top of Mt Kyaiktiyo in Myanmar, has been a site of worship for Buddhist devotees for over 2,500 years. I found viewing this truly beautiful structure to be a wonderful experience and I was deeply moved by the devotion of the faithful as I quietly observed them lighting candles, burning incense and chanting in front of the Golden Rock.
Read MoreGreat subject matter makes for great photos. Here’s how I go about exploring both conventional and unconventional subject matter to make more emotive and visually dynamic photos.
Read MoreWhat is subject matter in photography and how can you use composition to better define the subject in your photos? Many years of practical photography, and lots of research along the way, enables me to describe and illustrate this fundamental, yet quite profound image making consideration.
Read MoreWhere's home for you? Is it the house you own or the flat you rent? Either way I believe in the saying that home is where the heart is. And that’s all the more reason to document your life where you currently reside. That means ensuring you come out from behind the camera and have your own photo made.
Read MorePeople photography combines creativity and technique to produce visually arresting images that explore the very essence of the human condition. If you’ve struggled to make beautiful people photos then my simple to implement tips will set you on the path to success.
Read MoreThe life of a travel photographer can be exciting, exhausting and, at times, dangerous. As in all things, the choices you make determine your reality and, with that, the success of your photos.
Read MoreColor balance is a fundamental aspect of photography. My own, extensive exploration of color balance has deeply affected how I perceive and photograph the world around me. Let me share that knowledge, showcased with images from Greenland and China, to demonstrate how control over color balance will positively impact the success of your photos.
Read MoreThere’s nothing more dramatic than spectacular nature photos of powerful waves crashing into headlands or cascading over rock formations along the shoreline. Here’s the tips and techniques I’ve discovered over the years that will ensure you can produce really amazing pictures when your travel photography adventures take you to dramatic coastal locations.
Read MoreMy journey in photography has taught me much about the power of composition and how color can positively impact the emotional power of the images we create. Here’s what years of study and practical experience has taught me.
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