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Category - The Art of Creativity
Photography for Yourself
Are you truly photographing the things you love, or are you unknowingly letting trends guide you? Here are some thoughts to help you find out!
Do You Experience Life as You Pursue Art?
Are photographers so busy taking photographs that they forget to enjoy the things they are photographing? Take a break and learn how to immerse...
Finding Inspiration
What is it that has moved you to create photographs in the past? Can you repeat the experience? Here are some thoughts to help you find sources of...
More than Just a Snapshot
Explore the photographer's journey: a fusion of art and technology, where technical mastery meets creative vision. Today's photographers are versatile...
From Snapshots to Masterpieces: Unveiling the Art in Everyday Photography
Let's delve into the nuanced art of transforming everyday photos into timeless visual stories.
Finding Your Photographic Method
What kind of photographer are you? There are two different ways to go about it as well as variations in between. Read on and you’ll see exactly what I...
The Importance of Scheduling to Beat Inertia
How do you get more done when it comes to photography? The answer is an organized schedule, which will help you fight the urge to procrastinate.
Revisiting Your Old Work
Your old images - both your archives and your old favorites - are a window into your past. Revisit those old images to learn something new about your...
The Arguments in Favor of Streamlining
We spend a lot of time talking about the time it takes to create art. Are there ways to streamline the process? Here are some of my thoughts on the...
Why Do We Take Photographs?
What are your photographic goals? If you’re having trouble deciding, here are some insights about various goals and what it takes to achieve them!
Two Decades
Join a 25-year adventure in photography, where the camera transforms from mere equipment to a storyteller capturing life's moments.
Focus
Feeling down about your latest art project? Don't worry; you're not alone. Learn how to deal with the ups and downs of the creative process and find...
Outdoor vs. Indoor
Join me on a visual journey as we explore the dual delights of photography: the exhilarating adventure of capturing the world through a lens and the...
More Than Just a Pretty Picture
Let’s step into the enriching world of fine art photography, where each frame goes beyond mere beauty, telling stories, evoking emotions, and offering...
Unplanned Photography
In a world where meticulous planning often takes center stage, unplanned photography offers a refreshing counterpoint. It's a thrilling journey into...
Creating a Conversation
Photography is a descriptive medium—and that makes it hard to tell a story. Here are my thoughts on ways to create storytelling interactions within...
The Artistic Struggle
Embarking on a new project often brings a whirlwind of emotions: hesitation, guilt, and the anticipation of artistic struggles. This emotional tapestry...
Striking the Right Chord: Understanding the Role of Tones in Photography
Explore the captivating world where music and photography intersect, focusing on how tones can create either visual harmony or tension. Learn how...
From Raw to Refined
In the world of photography, where camera comparisons and unedited RAW captures dominate discussions, lies a captivating paradox. Let's talk about the...
Exploring Angles and Emotions
Exploring the language of photography goes beyond capturing images—it's about weaving emotions through angles. This article delves into the interplay...
The Sublime in the Simple
Photography is not just about capturing the world as it is but seeing it with a fresh perspective, finding stories in the overlooked, and celebrating...
The Photograph You Didn’t Take
Standing at the edge of the Grand Canyon, you find your camera blocking the awe-inspiring view. As you journey through America's varied landscapes, you...
Finding Hidden Gems
Ever feel like life is just a series of big moments, leaving you wondering what's in between? Just like a photograph holds more than what first meets...
Taking Inspiration in New Ways
Inspiration doesn’t have to come from photography alone. Look for it in all aspects of life and from all kinds of people.
The Devil Is in the Details
There are times when the pursuit of technical perfection overshadows the creative side of photography. If perfectionism bogs you down, these thoughts...
Miniaturizing Real Life with the Diorama Effect
The diorama effect or “diorama illusion” is an interesting way to get a new perspective on your favorite photographic subjects.
Developing Your Photographic Style
Some photographers struggle when it comes to defining their personal style. Learn what style is and what it is not to understand how your style makes.
Give Your Creativity a Push: The Importance of Starting
Feeling stuck with your photography? Creative work can include some slow times. How to push your creativity and start photographing again.
Why Should Your Photos Stand Alone?
You don't always need to create images that stand alone. You can create wonderful works of art by combining several photographs into one cohesive story.