Beautiful light is critical in creating an impressive image. Digital Photo shares these pro tips and techniques for illuminating your compositions, plus reviews of lighting tools to help you get the shot.

From technical information on exposure and other settings to creative compositional suggestions, these winter photography tips and techniques will help you capture fresh images of the season

Take advantage of the winter gathering to make a family photo to remember using these tips and techniques

From learning how to see in monochrome to software conversion options to the craft of printing, these guides provide a thorough understanding of black-and-white photography

No matter what type of photography you prefer, at one point or another, you’ll find yourself shooting a portrait. These tips and techniques will help you unlock your creative potential and capture fresh images in a new light.

It doesn’t take too much expertise to make creative images of the world that exists just outside our perception, just patience and the right tools and techniques

From tips and techniques for capturing fall color to shooting autumn sports like football to gear for outdoor adventures, this guide will help you navigate the season (and beyond)

Capture the authenticity of family by focusing on a child’s unique spirit

Captured in-camera or generated with software, this technique can make your images jump off the page—if you use it right

This collection of ideas, techniques and concepts will help you bring back photos from your travels that are more than snapshots

A visual guide to 35mm and 50mm lens use for portraits, from our friends at ThePhoblographer

Evolving from photography to video production