Dear Reader, A huge thank you to everyone who voted in last week's poll! The results are in and today weāre diving into How to Tell a Story in a Single Shot! This skill will turn your ordinary photos into extraordinary visual stories! A great storytelling photo doesn't just show what something looks like; it makes you feel something! It evokes emotion and ignites the imagination. It can feel like a challenge for beginners to pack so much meaning into one frame - and that's okay! Let's dive in...
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Dear Reader, I'm thrilled to announce this month's winners! It was wonderful to see all your black and white images, and I want to thank everyone who submitted their take on the theme. If your image wasn't chosen, don't be discouragedākeep shooting and submitting, and maybe next time, your photo will be in the spotlight! Congratulations to the winners š Gosta Zetterberg Ivana Mihalek Duc Than Hau Jerolim VulicĢ Eileen Condon Heather Sheldrick Starting today you can enter your photos for the...
about 2 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 1 min read
Dear Reader, Over the past few weeks, we have explored the magic of black and white photography - what makes it timeless and what works best in B&W. Now, in this final part, we bring it all together by diving into the how: a step-by-step guide to transforming your color photos into striking black and white images. Part 3 (of 3) How to Convert Your Photos to Black and White Converting a photo to black and white isn't just a matter of hitting desaturate - it's a process that requires thoughtful...
2 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 2 min read
Dear Reader, This October, weāre diving into the world of black and white photography for our monthly photo challenge! To help you get the most out of this theme, Iāve put together a three-part series on black and white photography. Over the next few weeks, weāll explore the timeless beauty of monochrome images, discover what makes a scene perfect for B&W, and share tips for creating striking black and white photos. Iām excited to see how you bring this challenge to lifeāletās get started...
3 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 2 min read
Happy Friday Reader, Today's newsletter is all about White Balance and Color Temperature since that's the topic you voted for in our poll two weeks ago. So over the coming weeks, I'll break down this important topic in a way that's easy to understand and even easier to apply to your photography. Ready to dive in and improve your skills? Let's get started! Part 1 (of 3): Color Temperature To understand white balance, you first need to understand color temperature. Have you ever noticed how...
3 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 2 min read
Dear Reader, I'm thrilled to announce the winners of this monthās photography challenge! šA heartfelt appreciation to everyone who took part and generously shared their wonderful photographs with us! Congratulations to the winners š Tanja LepistoĢ Thanh Duc Hau Sherree Lewis Moira Newton Tanja Lepistƶ Thanh Duc Hau Sherree Lewis Moira Newton Starting today you can enter your photos for the September challenge! Find reflections in water, mirrors, or other surfaces and capture them creatively....
4 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 1 min read
Happy Friday Reader! Today is Green Inspiration Day! When you think of green, you instantly think of nature, right? I absolutely love all the endless shapes, textures, and emotions that green brings into our lives. From wild and untamed to lush and intricate, green is a color that nourishes both our bodies and souls. Itās all around us if we just take a moment to notice. No matter where you are, you'll find green. Even in the heart of the city, you'll find a blade of grass peeking through the...
4 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 1 min read
Dear Reader, As promised, we're going to talk about the abundance of photos on your computer. I know it can be super overwhelming and Iām sure we've all been there. Here's what I do to get AND keep things under control: Organize into folders: Start by setting up a folder system that makes sense to you. For example, my folder hierarchy starts with the big overarching theme of the folder, like Travel, Clients, and Projects. Then, within each, I add subfolders by date and/or event, like 2024...
4 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 2 min read
Dear Reader, The need to be perfect can really hold you back from learning something new like photography! But did you know that when you embrace your imperfections, real magic begins to happen? Let go of the illusion of perfection and step into the arena of progress. Because on this journey, your so-called mistakes are not roadblocks; they are stepping stones. A flawed photograph is not a dead end; it's your portal to improving yourself. So Reader, pick up your camera, make mistakes, and...
11 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 2 min read