While there’s nothing wrong about being an amateur (we all go through that phase), the goal should be to progress from amateurish photos. Part of that is to intentionally avoid the biggest mistakes that most amateurs make — it’s what separates the beginners from the professionals. That’s what Evan Ranft helps us…
Essential studio gear for beginner portrait photographers
If you’re setting up a small space at home for portrait photography, let me show you how you can easily create a simple, effective studio with just three essentials. In this video, I’ll walk you through what I use: a quality softbox for soft, flattering light, a sturdy light stand…
How to master lenses in 15 minutes
When you’re new to photography, one of the things that are high up on your to-do list is to master your gear. Aside from camera settings, you also need to familiarize yourself with crucial equipment like lenses. However, it can be overwhelming even for non-beginners, especially when they switch to…
Creamy Marry Me Lasagna Recipe| The Recipe Critic
This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my disclosure policy. They don’t call it Marry Me Lasagna for nothing! One bite of the creamy sauce, tender chicken, and melty cheese, and everyone will be saying, “YES!” Why I’d Leave My Spouse…
Does photography improve your memory?
Photography and photographs have always been used to eternalize a moment before they soon become a memory. But do they actually improve your memory? If you are a photographer who spends a lot of time taking photos or if you are interested in photography, this topic might be of interest…
Question of the Week: Do you still attend photography workshops?
It’s time to make your voice heard! Each week, we ask a question of our readers so we know what sort of content to produce more of. Your input helps us make Photofocus better. This week, we want to know, do you still attend photography workshops? Do you still learn…
focaccia with zucchini and potatoes – smitten kitchen
Prepare the dough: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and yeast. Add water and 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and use a spoon or dough whisk (I have this one) to bring it together, stirring the mixture a few times to ensure there are no unmixed…
Using slow shutter speed in street photography
When we speak of street photography, we mostly associate it with quick, perfectly-timed compositions that freeze moments in time. But if you’re feeling experimental with your street photography, you might be interested in trying out slow shutter speed in your next photo walk. In the video above, Danish street photographer Frederik…
Less is more; Keeping the shadows
Keep the shadows and create more mystery. Sometimes in light painting, less is more. I’ll show examples of creating drama by illuminating less of the subject. What is light painting? Light painting is a term that is often used loosely to describe any addition of light to a night photograph.…
Weekly Meal Plan #50 | The Recipe Critic
This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my disclosure policy. I put together this week’s meal plan to help your week run a little smoother, because I know how crazy life gets. This week’s meals bring cozy, easy, and fun…