The Merits of a Pocket Camera

Pocket cameras vs. SLR – is there really a debate to be had? There is a place for both in anyone’s camera bag (or pocket), and a pocket camera has just as much merit as an SLR. To see our full thoughts, read on.

Some Days are not Photo Taking Days

Things to do on a gloomy, uninspiring day. We’ve got a list of ideas – all photography related, but none of them require you to pick up your camera.

Tips For Reaching Your Photography Goals In The New Year

Many of you have made New Years Resolutions to achieve certain goals this year. You’ll also have to remind yourself to keep yourself on track throughout the year. Here’s a list of tips that will help you to achieve your goals in photography, no matter what they are.

Light Scoop Softens Built-In Flash (Test Labs)

A few weeks ago, I shared with you that I happened upon a product called Light Scoop, thanks to Wired Magazine’s Gadget Lab. Well, the makers of Light Scoop were nice enough to send me a one to evaluate and review for Shutter Photo. Read on to see our thoughts and some example photos.

Catching Up – Articles To Help You Grow As A Photographer

As we go into the winter and we are spending more time indoors, now is as important a time as ever to brush up on some of the finer details of photography technique. To benefit your studies, I have compiled this list of great articles we host here at Shutter Photo.

Avoid Focusing Pitfalls In Photography

Poor Focus is the reason why so many otherwise great photos never make the cut. Yet there are so many simple techniques to help you make sure you’ve got it right. To learn some of these simple reminders, read on.

Photographing the Big Picture Through The Details

Capturing the big picture often requires a lot of concentration on the little details. Learn to focus and capture better photos with these detail oriented tips.

Tale of Two Tunnels – Learning From Similar Photos by Others

When you stumble upon a photo that is similar (and possibly better) than you’re own, don’t get bitter. Learn something. Strap on your analyzing hat and learn as much as possible from the other shot. Read on to see an example and to see what (and how) you can learn from a photograph similar to your own.

Editing & Workflow Series (Wrap Up)

As the three-part Editing & Workflow article series has come to a close, now is a good time to think about your own workflow. Today I’ll discuss a few closing thoughts and of course invite you to write your own such article. Read on for the full list of links and closing thoughts.

Editing & Workflow – Self-Editing to Concentrate Your Workflow

As a photographer, processing your photo workflow is one of the most difficult tasks that you will face. This is the first of a multi-contributor, three-part series that will hopefully shine some light on how to tackle your workflow. Part 1 is by D. Travis North, Part 2 by Kevin Oke and Part 3 is by Jim M. Goldstein – three unique perspectives on their workflows.

Titling Your Photos

The final finishing touch to any one of your photographs is a well thought-out title. Dedicate the time your photo deserves and develop a great title. Read on to see some titling methods to get you started.

Composing Photos Using the Building Blocks of Design

To help new students understand basic design concepts, instructors will introduce them to the basic elements of design – or as I like to call them: Building Blocks of Design: Line, Shape, Form, Texture, Pattern and Color. Read on to see how we can approach these elements and consciously compose interesting photographs.

Control Your Urge to Waste ‘Film’

One of digital photography’s most discussed benefits is the nearly unlimited “film”.  Especially if you came from the world of film – where you dropped a lot of money for every roll of 24 shots with developing costs – digital feels limitless.  It’s a renewable resource, a bottomless pit where you can store your photos.  [...]

Subject and Vision and Your Photography

Great photography is the result of a photographer seeing what the rest of us do not.  Many introductory courses and books will speak broadly of exposure and composition.  But understanding these two elements, though important, will not entirely help you to take great photographs.  One of the things that intrigues me about photography is that [...]

10 Unusual Places to Shoot

As a follow-up to yesterday’s post, You Can Photograph Anything, I wanted to give you a few examples of unusual shooting locations.  Think of these locations on your next photo shoot.

Traffic – Night time or day, automobile traffic is full of movement and its own beauty.
Alley Ways – I have seen some great photos outlining [...]