How to Photograph the Northern Lights By John Thatch / April 15, 2018 The aurora borealis, or ‘the northern lights’ are perhaps the most iconic natural phenomenon to occur on earth, and almost everyone has seen incredible photography of colored particles dancing across the night sky. But, how do photographers capture the aurora in all its brilliance? It’s no secret that it can be tricky to achieve, but […]
28 Tips for New Photographers By John Thatch / April 12, 2018 Photography is an incredibly enjoyable hobby that can be super fun and rewarding. But, it’s also a difficult art to master, and it will likely take years to create the type of images that will truly satisfy your creative vision. When you’re first starting out, you’ll need to learn technical skills and to develop your […]
How to Shoot in Low Light By John Thatch / April 12, 2018 Photography is all about light, and the general rule is the lower the light the harder the shot. But, it’s so worth the effort when the outcome can be spectacular images full of drama and emotion. Whether you’re shooting a beautiful sunset, the northern lights, or a vibrant city scene, you’ll need to understand the […]
The Best Printers For Art and Artists (2018) By John Thatch / February 15, 2018 Art is no longer confined to paintings and sculpture. Over the past decade or so, many creatives have decided to go digital. Whether you’re a graphic designer, digital painter, or you hand-create art before scanning it into your computer, the chances are that you’ll want to print your work on a fairly regular basis.If you’re […]
The Best Photo Apps 2018 By John Thatch / January 17, 2018 When you think of photo apps, it’s likely that you immediately think of Instagram. And, although this is the best known app of its kind, there are a whole host of other software solutions that will take your imagery to a level that Insta users can only dream of. From simple edits to fun features […]
How to Make a Photography Portfolio By John Thatch / December 18, 2017 All it takes to make it as a professional photographer is talent, right? Well, not exactly. If you’re going to make your dream a reality and build a sustainable career from taking photographs, you need to get your work out there for people to see. One of the first things that you’ll need to do […]
The Best Photo Editing Softwares 2018 By John Thatch / December 4, 2017 It doesn’t matter whether you are a pro-photographer, a keen hobbyist, or an occasional selfie-taker: at some point you’re going to want to organize and edit your images.Anybody with even a passing interest in photography knows that camera technology is improving at a shockingly fast rate, and even smartphones now have the ability to take […]
The Best Monitors For Photo Editing 2018 By John Thatch / November 30, 2017 The darkroom days are over for most people, and if you work in photography or are a keen hobbyist, you will need a monitor that’s designed for photo manipulation.How you use your camera, and therefore your editing setup, will dictate what you need; as will the question of how serious a photographer you are. From […]
The Best Photo Printers 2018 By John Thatch / November 18, 2017 Whether you’re a professional photographer, a keen amateur, or a snap-happy smartphone user, the chances are that you’ll want to print out your photos. If you’re keen to do your printing at home, a specialist photo printer will give you the quality and connectivity you need to have your memories in your hands in minutes. There […]
The Best Photo Scanners 2018 By John Thatch / September 16, 2017 Scanning photographs isn’t the most exciting undertaking, and it’s something that many people put off for as long as possible. But, choosing the correct photo scanner can turn what is otherwise a tedious task into an enjoyable and satisfying project. Whether you’re backing up family photos, working on an archiving project, or you’re a photography […]
