111 Inspirational Quotes for Photographers in 2021

They say a picture is worth a thousand words. But I wonder, what else do “they” say? In order to find out I’ve culled together the best quotes on the subject of photography. I hope they inspire you. “If your photos aren’t good enough, then you’re not close enough.” — Robert Capa “Photography is the… Continue reading 111 Inspirational Quotes for Photographers in 2021

Photos of an Abandoned Underground Ammo Factory in Albania

In the 1960s and ‘70s, the town of Poliçan was one of the largest and most important armaments centers in Albania. For security reasons, most information about the site was top secret and the town itself was closed to foreigners. Today, it is known that it was built for the employees of the Poliçan Mechanical… Continue reading Photos of an Abandoned Underground Ammo Factory in Albania

How to Shoot Macro Photos with Regular Lenses and Extension Tubes

Macro photography works well with conventional lenses and inexpensive extension tubes. The combination achieves 0.3x to 0.5x magnification. Depth of field is much greater with these moderate magnifications than at the 1x magnification possible with macro lenses. I have superb 90mm and 105mm macro lenses which I use to photograph bees.  But often I want… Continue reading How to Shoot Macro Photos with Regular Lenses and Extension Tubes

Art Illuminates the Beauty of Science and Could Inspire the Next Generation of Scientists Young and Old

Scientists have often invited the public to see what they see, using everything from engraved woodblocks to electron microscopes to explore the complexity of the scientific enterprise and the beauty of life. Sharing these visions through illustrations, photography, and videos has allowed laypeople to explore a range of discoveries, from new bird species to the… Continue reading Art Illuminates the Beauty of Science and Could Inspire the Next Generation of Scientists Young and Old

Best practices: 5 editing tips for great commercial content

With the global photo editing software market size expected to reach $1,183.8 million by 2026, it’s never been easier to enhance your images in post-processing. Editing apps are more accessible than ever, and professional and amateur photographers alike are boosting their potential with smarter, AI-driven tools. It’s no longer necessary to outsource editing and retouching… Continue reading Best practices: 5 editing tips for great commercial content