The power of a background in portrait photography

Ever since Irving Penn first started experimenting with white paper backdrops in the 1940s—and later, an old, repurposed theater curtain from the 1950s—portrait photographers have been pushing the boundaries of what backgrounds can look like. Far beyond the scope of the conventional, artists on 500px have found new ways to use traditional studio items—such as… Continue reading The power of a background in portrait photography

How to Create a Baby Shower Invitation in 5 Simple Steps

Learn how to create custom baby shower invitations in five simple steps. Get creative help and formatting ideas from this essential guide. The post How to Create a Baby Shower Invitation in 5 Simple Steps appeared first on The Shutterstock Blog.

How to Make Your Own Fridge-Worthy Christmas Cards

Create professional DIY cards from the comfort of your home, ready to print or share on social media . . . no scissors or glue required! The post How to Make Your Own Fridge-Worthy Christmas Cards appeared first on The Shutterstock Blog.

How to Design Pinnable Graphics That Increase Your Pinterest Traffic

Learn how to design and share images to Pinterest in just five simple steps, and make the most of this powerful social media tool. The post How to Design Pinnable Graphics That Increase Your Pinterest Traffic appeared first on The Shutterstock Blog.

Video Tutorial: How to Create Instagram Posts People Click On

Wondering how to go viral on Instagram? We cover it all—how to create a post, which assets you need, and how to maximize engagement. The post Video Tutorial: How to Create Instagram Posts People Click On appeared first on The Shutterstock Blog.