How to Take Family Portraits in Snow

Photographing in the snow can be a difficult task because the snow acts as a light source by reflecting sunlight. Although daylight photos in the snow will never be lacking in natural light, too much light can be a problem. To avoid overexposure and discoloration, you have to manually tell the camera that it is in the snow. Properly setting up and metering ahead of time will ensure that you can focus the majority of your attention on the family seated...

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How to Choose Photography Props

Selecting photography props can be fun. Think about who or what youll be photographing, and make a list of prop ideas. When choosing photography props, you will want to make sure you select appropriate, durable props that will last for several sessions. Always keep in mind how the photography props will look on the backdrops that you use, and what types of clients will be using the props. Instructions 1 Choose strong items for photography...

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Coffee Shop Photo Ideas

Coffee shops are full of ambiance and character, and are rich with subjects for photography. Find a location with lots of windows to provide adequate available light. Plan your shoot for a slightly overcast day so that there is less glare from the sun shining through the windows. Be respectful of the other customers by not being intrusive with your camera, and consider asking permission from a coffee shop employee before proceeding. Use Shallow...

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How to Set Up Automotive Studio Lighting

In automotive studio photography, using hot lights is a better choice over strobes. Cars have a very reflective surface. If you use a strobe, it's hard to know where the glare and reflection will fall on your subject, unless you do a lot of test shots. With hot lights providing continuous lighting, setting up is easier because you see right away where the reflections will fall and even use it in artistic ways. Hot lights are also cheaper than strobes....

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