Photography Basics

How to Take Razor-sharp Photos to Capture Moments or Get Paid

Please read this if you have always been drawn to photography and just starting out, need a creative outlet or want to take it to the next level and get paid for your passion for taking photos. I know many of us to wish there was an easier way to learn photography with all the terminology and an ...

10 Cheap Photography Props Ideas

Are you looking for some interesting creative yet cheap photography props? Are you getting tired of the normal shots?  Here are some ideas for you to get some more interesting shooting. All the props we introduced are cheap or free. Let's check it out! 1:Crystal Ball A lens ball offers endless angl...

Why Should You Photograph Your LOCAL Landscape Video?

There are many reasons to photograph your local landscapes and in this video, I present five. I find it very important to not just focus on travel landscape photography but also explore the landscapes close to your home. There is usually no reason why you can not take some interesting and beautiful ...

9 Tips to Get a DSLR-like Photo with Your Point & shoot camera

Do you ever feel like taking incredible photos just like your pro photographer friend? Tempting, isn't it? But all you've got is a point & shoot camera. Well, never feel inferior! "the best camera for a perfect click is the camera you already have." All you need is some excellent tips and tricks...

6 Must-have Accessories for Landscape Photography

Landscape photography is one of the most popular genres of photography. There are some essential tools that should be found in every landscape photographer's bag. Let’s check out together! 1:Tripod Many beginners won’t add a tripod to their camera gear list because it is heavy. Since long shut...

6 Tips for Halloween Photography Ideas

Halloween is just around the corner. So, get your camera ready for all of the creative photos! Have a quick look through the ideas below you may want to try this Halloween. 1: Use Props Props are everything at Halloween, especially in photography. Jack-o-lanterns, spooky decorations, and cos...

9 Top Photography Composition Rules You Need To Know

When we talk about Steve McCurry, we will talk about his"Afghan Girl." McCurry has photographed many assignments for National Geographic and has been a member of Magnum Photos since 1986. COOPH recently summarizes the nine basic composition skills with the example of McCurry’s classic works. Altho...

Using Contrast in Photography-Tips

One of the critical techniques for creating powerful, memorable photographic images is contrast. Let's start with some tips for taking stunning, high-contrast photographs. 1: Contrast between light and shadow. Photography is all about light and shadow. It can be found everywhere. Knowing the direc...

How to Train your Photographic Eye

5 tips to train your photographic eyeThe way you see the world can change the way you capture the photos. Besides taking pictures, our photographic eye lets us recognize situations, composition, subjects and then puts together all these elements in a frame that makes a great picture. Training the ph...

What's the Best Value for Money ND Filter?

Most filters will enhance the scene that you can see. What nd filters open up the possibility you cannot see. because you are able to do the longer exposure even in daylight and also handy for video work as well. ND 2-ND32 which equates to between 1 and 5 stops worth of stopping power. So 5 sto...

What is Minimalist Photography and how to shoot?

Minimalist photography emphasizes the use of a minimal number of composition elements such as color, objects, shapes, and texture. The aim of minimalist photography is to express a concept, in order to bring forth a strong visual impact or elicit an emotional response from the viewer. Lots of phot...

What is Graduated Neutral Density (GND) Filters?

One of the biggest challenges when shooting is to manage the light in your scene. Graduated ND filters are commonly used where there is a large contrast between the brightest parts of a scene and the darkest part of a scene. What is a Graduated Neutral Density Filter(GND filter)?It is a rectangul...

How to Get Creative Photos with a Mirror

Sometimes a mirror can be the only prop you need to get creative portrait photography. Below are some advice and tips for you.1: Use manual focus to get more accurate focus The best part of mirror photography is endless possibilities. All you need is one mirror. Sometimes you don’t even need a mirr...