Photo Themes

Photography is both a science and an art. Even when you have mastered the mechanics of it, there is a world of themes to explore, each requiring different techniques, equipment and thinking to pull off a great shot. These articles present some favourite photography subjects and advice on how to shoot them.

Children

Probably the single most photographed subject - children. Any old snapshot might be O.K. for the family album, but there is a skill in getting truly inspiring photos of children. These articles reveal how to capture their innocence, energy and sense of fun.

Landscapes

Who hasn't been inspired by a beautiful vista, and pulled out the camera to capture its majesty? And who hasn't been very disappointed by the result? Somehow, the photograph did not do the landscape justice. These articles give some helpful advice about how to translate the landscape into a beautiful image.

Macro Photography

Techniques to capture the world of the very small - insect, flowers, coins.

Portraits

People are fascinated by people. We photograph ourselves more than any other subject. While it is true that the camera does not lie, there are definite skills in making your portrait photographs flattering. Or perhaps you want to capture the gritty realism of an old, wise face. Or the beauty of a young woman. We explain all this in this section.

Stock Photography

Stock photography refers to taking photos for the purpose of selling on. It usually requires a large portfolio of images, but online stock photography sites have made the process accessible by anyone with a camera. These articles explain what stock photo sites are looking for and how to keep your images off the reject list, and start making you money.

Underwater Photography

Taking good quality photos underwater is a specialised skill, requiring a lot of practice, a healthy sense of safety, and some rather expensive equipment. In this section, we give some tips on how to capture what you saw underwater and share them with people above.

Wedding Photography

The pressure is on! Your best friend has asked you to be the photographer at their wedding. You have never done this before - but it may open a door to a future career. These articles discuss how to take professional quality wedding photos.

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