The post 9 Tips for Beautiful Museum Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Kav Dadfar. This article was updated in November 2023 with contributions by Kav Dadfar, Ana Mireles, and Jaymes Dempsey. Museums offer incredible opportunities for photography; you can capture paintings, sculptures, educational displays, architecture, people interacting with exhibits, […]
Negative Space in Photography: The Essential Guide
The post Negative Space in Photography: The Essential Guide appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sandra Roussy. This article was updated in November 2023 with the contributions of five expert photographers: Sandra Roussy, Meredith Clark, James Brandon, Andrew S Gibson, and Jaymes Dempsey. What is negative space in photography, and how […]
8 Tips for Beautiful Impressionist Photography
The post 8 Tips for Beautiful Impressionist Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Eva Polak. A note on authorship: This article was updated in November 2023 with the contributions of three expert impressionist photographers: Eva Polak, Anne McKinnell, and Erin Fitzgibbon. Unlike conventional photography – which focuses on capturing crisp […]
8 Tips for Beautiful Impressionist Photography
The post 8 Tips for Beautiful Impressionist Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Eva Polak. A note on authorship: This article was updated in November 2023 with the contributions of three expert impressionist photographers: Eva Polak, Anne McKinnell, and Erin Fitzgibbon. Unlike conventional photography – which focuses on capturing crisp […]
Ultra-Wide Angle Lenses: A Guide (+6 Reasons to Love Them)
The post Ultra-Wide Angle Lenses: A Guide (+6 Reasons to Love Them) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Tom Ang. This article was updated in January 2025 with contributions from Tom Ang and Kim Brebach. What is an ultra-wide angle lens? What type of effects do ultra-wides produce? And should you […]
Zoom Lenses: Your Comprehensive Guide
The post Zoom Lenses: Your Comprehensive Guide appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. Zoom lenses are cheap, effective, and incredibly popular; they’re used by hordes of photographers around the globe. For many beginners, a nice kit zoom is an amazing way to get started with photography, and for many […]
50mm Photography: Everything You Need to Know
The post 50mm Photography: Everything You Need to Know appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Lily Sawyer. Pretty much every professional photographer has has done 50mm photography at some point in their lives – and many of them still use their 50mm glass on a regular basis. In the industry, we […]
A Guide to Octabox Lighting (+ 5 Easy Setups)
The post A Guide to Octabox Lighting (+ 5 Easy Setups) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sean McCormack. Octaboxes are a great way to improve your portraits, still lifes, and product shots – but what exactly is an octabox, and how can you use one for beautiful results? In this […]
8 Tips for Beautiful On-Camera Flash Photography
The post 8 Tips for Beautiful On-Camera Flash Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Guest Contributor. On-camera flashes are surprisingly capable tools. Sure, many photographers prefer to work with natural light or an off-camera strobe, but natural light is unpredictable, while off-camera strobes are clunky and inconvenient. You can carry […]
Wide-Angle vs Telephoto Lenses: Which Is Right for You?
The post Wide-Angle vs Telephoto Lenses: Which Is Right for You? appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Will Crites-Krumm. Struggling to choose between a wide-angle and a telephoto lens? You’re not alone. Picking the perfect focal length can be tricky, especially because wider and longer lenses each have their benefits (and […]