Photography plays an important role when it comes to real estate. if you've ever bought, rented, or sold property, you're probably aware how much a good or bad photo can sway the decision making process. As you might expect,...
Repoussoir is a framing and composition technique used in art and photography. Pronounced “ruh-poo-swahr”, the term originates from the French verb repousser, meaning “to push back”.
As its etymology suggests, repoussoir framing creates depth, with the ultimate purpose of drawing...
So, you’ve learned and mastered the rule of thirds (if not, do so at once), and you are ready to get a little more advanced with framing and composition. You’ve heard about the golden ratio in photography and want...
Shape and form are two terms often confused or lumped together. They both refer to the use of geometric objects, and are two of the most important elements of art along with texture, space, and color. Like these other...
Just like the use of negative space in design, the artful use of negative space in photography is a valuable composition technique. In compositions where plain, empty, or white space surrounds the subject (your positive space), negative space is...
Using leading lines in photography is a simple technique for making your images more visually interesting and compelling. Once you get the hang of them, they can help you become a better photographer. And it’s pretty easy to get...
Frame within a frame photography is a popular composition technique that can help add depth and symmetry to your photos. Simply put, it involves photographing artificial or natural elements that form a frame inside the larger frame of your...
It’s never been more important to have a decent home office setup. Working from home has become increasingly common in recent years, especially since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Remote work aside, a comfortable workspace is also critical...
As they say, necessity is the mother of invention. Over the past year, you may have noticed a boom in content creators producing product videos in the comfort of their homes. These can be found all over TikTok, Instagram,...
Petra Leary is an award-winning aerial photographer based in Auckland, New Zealand. Her drone photography skills have seen her work with clients including Ford, Toyota, and T-Mobile, and publications such as The Guardian, Conde Nast Traveler China, and New...
