Category: Photography

Why You Need A Professional Headshot

Taking pictures of yourself is fun. Everybody does it now-a-days, just look at all the selfies on Facebook! Taking your own picture to share with friends on Facebook and other social media is fine, but when it comes to business…not so much. You only get one chance to make a first impression, and that’s why… Read more »

Education Requirements for a Professional Photographer

You may think that professional photographers are mostly self-taught, but the truth is there is a lot of education behind a professional. That’s why it is always wise to hire a professional photographer rather than an amateur, or your best friend (unless he or she is a professional, of course!).  As with any other business… Read more »

A Professional, Or Your iPhone?

When it comes to hiring professional photography services you may be tempted to opt out and hire an amateur, or just get your cousin, a friend, or someone else to do it. Usually when this happens you are left with photographs that are hit and miss, and that you may end up truly disappointed with…. Read more »

Elements Of Lifestyle Photography

Lifestyle is a new and growing style of photography. The goal of lifestyle photography is to capture the day-to-day, commonplace elements of everyday life, but in a memorable, idealized sort of way. It takes creativity to bring ordinary moments to life and depicts them as if in a movie, so to speak. Lifestyle photographs are… Read more »

Why Is Color So Important In Photography?

When it comes to photography color has its place and so does black and white. When it comes to life, some people love color and some prefer muted colors. However, no matter which way you look at it, attention to color is important when taking pictures, because color can make the picture pop, and it… Read more »

Holiday Food Photography

If you’re looking for a food photographer for the holidays, now is the time. The holidays are upon us. Radio stations are already playing Christmas songs and it is not even Thanksgiving! But that’s the way of the world, rush, rush. We are not rushing you, but we are saying that now’s the time for… Read more »

What Does Professional Photography Mean To You?

When thinking of professional photography what do you think of? You may think photography is photography. Someone stands in front of you, a scenic view, or any number of things and points and clicks. But that’s not so. There is so much more to taking a professional photograph. Anyone can point and click, and maybe… Read more »

Wedding Photography

The Texas summer heat can be grueling as we have experienced this past summer. That is why October is a popular month for weddings in Texas. Cooler temperatures make the whole fall season a great time for weddings and other events here in the south. If you are planning a wedding, be it in October… Read more »

How Cell Phone Cameras Work

Cell phones take great pictures, but some take better pictures than others. Cell phone cameras are digital cameras, so if you are purchasing a cell phone because you are interested in the camera, there are some things you should know. You should know about CCD and CMOS, PPI, and MP. In other words, you should… Read more »

Tips for Taking Beautiful Photos with Your Smartphone

Every year, smart phones get smarter, and one of their greatest appeals is their ability to take higher quality pictures with each new generation. But, in spite of advanced technology, some of us just can’t seem to make our smartphone take pictures as clearly and beautifully as advertised. Usually, it isn’t just false advertising; capturing… Read more »