Knowing how to take fireworks photos that impress requires more than having a tripod and knowing how to shoot at a small aperture. The fireworks photos that really please people are the ones that tell a story. The explosions by themselves make for boring photos. When you put your photos in context with people, a…
Understanding how to travel with your camera and photography accessories can save you a lot of aggravation, pain and potentially money. This episode talks about some of the things you need to consider before you decide to hit the road or board an airplane with your photography gear. Why You Should Always Keep Your Camera…
Capturing great travel photos and video using mobile devices like an iPhone, GoPro or a point and shoot like the Canon G7x Mark II is easier than you may think. We discuss what worked for us on a recent trip and something that didn’t live up to the hype. Why You May Want to Leave…
Do you want to stop taking average photos and learn how to create something eye-catching, instead? Some people get these concepts right away, and others go for years wondering why their photos just never rise to the top. In this episode of The Photo Flunky Show, we’re going to share 5 tips to help you…
If you want to learn how to improve your creativity to become a better photographer, you’re going to also have to learn how to let go of a few things. Not the least of which is the kind of lessons that were driven into you since childhood. Why Do Photographers Need to Be Creative in…
Adding keywords in Lightroom is a smart way to organize your photos. While most Lightroom trainers emphasize using Collections, I find that searches with Keywords are far more effective and easier to use. Why Are Keywords in Lightroom Better than Collections? Someone needed to say it. If you aren’t familiar with either Keyword or Collections,…