A circular polarizer filter is a handy accessory that can enhance the quality of your photos. It can reduce unwanted reflections, increase contrast and saturation, and make skies and leaves look more vivid. But how do you know which one is the best for your needs? In this article, I’ll compare five of the best circular polarizer filters on the market and give you some tips on how to use them effectively. What is a Circular Polarizer Filter? A circular polarizer filter is a type of filter that attaches to the front of your lens and modifies the way light enters your camera. It works by blocking ..read more

Sony A7 cameras are some of the most popular and versatile mirrorless cameras on the market. They offer full-frame sensors, high-resolution EVF and LCD, fast autofocus, 4K video and many other features that make them ideal for different types of photography. But with so many settings available, how do you set up your Sony A7 camera to get the best results? In this article, I’ll share some of the Sony A7 camera settings that I use and recommend, based on my own experience. Basic Settings Before we dive into the more advanced settings, let’s start with some basic ones that you should check and ..read more

You may be surprised to learn that I’m a colour-blind photographer (or color-blind if you live in North America). You shouldn’t be though, because it’s far more common than you think. Colour-blindness affects one in twelve males and around one in 200 females. You almost certainly know other people who are colour-blind, they just don’t have it tattooed across their faces. Although the most common question I get from people after learning of my visual impairment is “what colour is this?”, followed by “what about traffic lights?” Generally speaking, it doesn’t really cause me any problems in dail ..read more

Have you ever looked at a very simple photograph and wondered what it is that makes it so pleasing to look at? Even abstract photos that have no obvious subject can have a sense of balance and calm. To understand what makes an image pleasing to the human eye, you must understand photography composition. Why Is Photography Composition So Important? If you ask skilled photographers what are the most important elements of photography, the large majority will list composition as either first or second (behind great light).  Why? What is it about composition that makes it more crucial to great ..read more

Confidence may seem like something you either have or you don’t. Even worse, it may seem like everyone else has it but you. Fortunately, both of those things couldn’t be further from the truth. All you need is a little knowledge, patience, and a few techniques to become a more confident photographer. Know Your Craft There are few things that will boost your confidence as a photographer like knowing the craft well. The craft is the process of creating photographs. It includes planning, shooting, and processing your images. It’s normal as a beginner photographer to have little or no confidence i ..read more

Every now and then as a travel photographer you come across a place that makes you feel like you could just stop there forever. My September 2019 desktop wallpaper is from one of those places. Palm Cove is in Tropical North Queensland, just north of Cairns, and it’s paradise. I visited the little town during my Queensland road trip, and I was so relaxed and awed by the scenery and laid-back vibe that I didn’t want to leave. The grove of palm trees right on the beach provided the most gorgeous scene for photographing sunrise. This free desktop wallpaper can be downloaded below. Just en ..read more

Most photographers will consider at some point whether they should try to sell photography prints. Maybe you’re considering trying to make your first dollar from photography or adding print sales to your existing photography income.  Either way, selling photography prints can be a nice source of income if you put in the work. Where To Start? Before you spend a cent on trying to sell your prints, you need to answer a few questions. Spending time thinking and researching now will increase your chance of success later. It will also save you a ton of time and money. Here are a few thi ..read more