Sharpness Is Essential
Tools and techniques for perfect focus

Tools and techniques for perfect focus
When many people think of a professional portrait photographer, this often conjures up images of someone like Richard Avedon, darting around frantically with a light meter.
It has never been easier to create stunning astral photos. Here’s how.
Consider the space surrounding your subject for more dynamic compositions
What exactly draws photographers to the black-and-white image?
About five or six years ago, the term "bokeh" started getting batted around a lot in the photography community.
Multilayered silhouettes that explore new territory in self-portraiture
Tips and inspiration for cold-weather storytelling in a snowy environment
Backlight can produce beautiful results for portraiture if you know where to take your meter reading—and, if you call upon a reflector.
Speedlights and on-camera flashes have become so advanced that many photographers are using them as primary studio and location lights.