Technique
Reducing Red Eye – Without Annoying Flashes
Learn the cause and how to eliminate the demonic look of read eye in your candid portraiture.
Rehash for Metering
There’s been an awful lot of discussion lately on twitter about shooting in full manual mode and using your in-camera meter. I thought I’d take a moment to reiterate some past articles that we’ve done which are closely related to the topic. If you’re learning how to shoot in manual mode, or if you just [...]
10 Reasons to Turn Off Your Autofocus (via DPS)
I have twice before written articles mentioning how autofocus could be a pitfall for focusing blunders (Read: Avoid Focusing Pitfalls in Photography and Proper Manual Focusing Technique) Alistair Scott seems to be in the same camp as I when it comes to autofocus. In his article, 10 Reasons to Turn Off Your Autofocus (Digital Photography [...]
Take Advantage of Depth of Field to Make Things Disappear
Narrow Depths of Field can add a professional touch to your photos, and it is certainly fun to play with. But did you know that it also has magical capabilities? It can make things completely disappear. Don’t believe us? Read on to see how (and to see some evidence.
Proper Manual Focusing Technique
As one who did not have the benefit of autofocus for the first 12 years working with a camera, I can say that autofocus is overrated. Learn to manually focus with your camera with this short tutorial about how to (and why you should) use manual focus more often.
Tips for Photographing Live Performers
Shooting a live performance can be a lot of fun. But don’t go at it blind. Here are a few tips that will help you the next time you are shooting a live performance.
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.
DIYPhotography’s “Whatever’s Around Filter”
DIYPhotography.net has a great post about what they call the “Whatever’s Around Filter”. Concept is simple and it works – hold something close to the lens, and it becomes nearly transparent. It’s a technique I use a lot to shoot through chain link fences at the zoo, or even to shoot through security glass at [...]
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.
Shooting in Manual Mode – Easier Than You Think
To ensure control of your shots, you really should be shooting in Manual Mode. It affords you the control and accuracy you need in your shots. Sounds intimidating. But did you know that it’s incredibly simple to use? Learn how: Read On.
Smart Objects in Photoshop Extended (video)
For those of you who have Photoshop Extended, there’s a great feature called Smart Objects that allow you to do all sorts of things, such as eliminating people from a scene using a stack of photos. To demonstrate how powerful this feature is – and to provide a live example one can learn from – [...]
Fun With Slow Shutter Speeds
Jazz up your photography session by experimenting with some slow shutter techniques. Read on to learn more about these techniques and to see some examples of each.
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.
Wired to the New Rules (Behind the Scenes)
Wired Magazine did an article in this month’s issue titled ‘How to Behave: New Rules for Highly Evolved Humans‘. The article featured Brad Pitt and some pretty great photos by photographer Dan Winters. What’s the Jackanory conducted a fine interview with the magazine’s creative director, Scott Dadich, including some behind the scenes shots at how [...]
