The Photographer’s Rule Of Thirds — What It Is And Why You Should (Mostly) Follow It
Like many things in life, photography has a set of rules that, if followed, will yield better results than not following the rules. This sounds very strict. However, and fortunately for us, photography’s compositional rules are more like suggestions. What constitutes...
To Take Better Photos, You Need To Get Up Close
One of the staples of my photography—and a big reason that clients give me repeat assignments—is my ability to capture portraits that convey the emotions of the people and the context that they find themselves in at that particular moment, whether they’re war refugees...
Take Unique Photos: Tips To Keep Your Photos Fresh
As a photographer, it’s important to keep things fresh and creative. Yet, it’s so easy to inadvertently fall into a rut and start shooting everything the same way out of habit. One way to approach your art with fresh eyes—so you continue to take unique photos—is to...
Great Escape Radio Episode 92: The Myth of Talent
“When you think you know everything, you stop learning.” Efrain Padro Great Escape Radio host, Jody Maberry, and Director, Lori Allen, bring Efrain Padro back to the podcast to discuss the myth of talent. Efrain is one of our most popular instructors, and recently...
How To Fix Photos (And Turn Them Into Pro-Quality Images You Can Sell)
Ugh, has this ever happened to you… You’re in a moment that is beyond spectacular. Your heart is in love with the light and the beautiful scene in front of you so you raise your camera to your eye, snap a picture, then look at the back of the screen and all you see is...