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Amateur and professional photographers know the value of a quality photo backdrop. They are used for providing a predictable background, controlling light, drawing attention to the particular subject, and much more. When photographers are looking for quality backdrops to use either in a studio or out on-site, they are often faced with many choices of material. Canvas makes an excellent choice for photographers in a variety of situations. Here are some areas to consider when deciding if a canvas backdrop is the best choice for a particular situation.
How to Use Photo Umbrellas
Photo umbrellas are often used to control the lighting in photo shoots, especially harsh brightness and extreme contrasts that can leave unwanted shadows against a photography background. One benefit is they create a soft, diffused lighting effect –especially for portraits. Reflective umbrellas are useful here because they reduce the contrast between shadow and light. Of course, not all photography umbrellas are the same, so it’s important to know which umbrella to grab in a given situation.
7 Steps to Successful Stock Photography
Creating stock photos may not be the photography you dreamed of doing your entire life, but it’s a great way to boost your personal revenue while you focus on the art you do enjoy. Whether you’re a wedding and family photographer, a studio photographer or a photojournalist, commercial photography is a great industry to get started in at any point in your career. It gives you the opportunity to take creative, crisp photos while earning some extra cash at the same time.
Floor Drops: The Perfect Solution to a Plain Background
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A Guide to Studio Lighting Terminology

6 Easy Tips for Better People Pictures
Taking great people pictures isn’t always just about the subject, it can also be a matter of using a different approach, a different technique, or even a green screen background to capture what might otherwise be an ordinary picture. Taking a step in a direction you haven’t taken before can be a bit intimidating but the rewards of a one-of-a-kind image are worth the risk. No matter what kind of camera, setting or photography background you are working with, you can capture pictures of people that make your audience take a second look.
12 Tips to Easier and More Creative Pet Photography
