Camera lenses are an excellent way to expand the capability of your camera. But buying a new lens can be expensive, for the budget conscious, second hand lenses or pre-owned lenses are a good way to get the lens you want at a fraction of the price. Buying second-hand can also give you the opportunity to purchase a branded lens for your camera rather than a third party lens … [Read more...] about 10 tips when buying a second hand lens ( Avoid getting ripped off )
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10 Tips To Find The Correct Exposure Fast
Finding the correct exposure fast is something all photographers try to consistently do, especially when under pressure like during a portrait session or when photographing an event. There are a few fail proof techniques you can do to achieve the perfect exposure. Which can be used using manual exposure and semi automatic modes like AV and TV. Today’s question is from Gary. … [Read more...] about 10 Tips To Find The Correct Exposure Fast
How to work from home as a professional photographer
I've been a professional photographer since 2004 and predominantly work from home to keep my expenses down. Before becoming a professional photographer I was in a corporate role for many years. I firmly believe that my time as a corporate employee has set me up for a successful professional career as a photographer. As a result I can work from home and have the … [Read more...] about How to work from home as a professional photographer
Photo Backup Workflow: Keep your Photo Storage Safe from Disaster
This guide will step you through the process of creating a photo backup of your digital photo storage. I’ll be explaining how to do it on a budget for beginners. I’ll also give you options on how you can expand your backup system when the volume of photos increases. What is a photo backup? A photo backup is a way of protecting your photos if you were to them … [Read more...] about Photo Backup Workflow: Keep your Photo Storage Safe from Disaster
Lightroom Import Settings: Get a head start on your editing
After you have download your images to your hard drive, organise and culled them it's time to import your photos into Lightroom. But what are the best Lightroom import settings to use? In this tutorial I will be explaining what the settings mean in the Lightroom import dialogue box. I will also be offering some recommendations along the way so you can start … [Read more...] about Lightroom Import Settings: Get a head start on your editing
Do I need a Photography Resume to find a Job as a Photographer?
This would really depend on who your client would be. If your client is a company that has established policies and procedures. Then they may also involve someone from human resources. Then something more formal might be needed and it would really depend on what they're asking from the candidates. E.g cover letter, resume and portfolio of photos. Alternatively if … [Read more...] about Do I need a Photography Resume to find a Job as a Photographer?