Photography Masterclass Magazine Issue 111

Welcome to this edition of Photography Masterclass Magazine Having a strong focal point is essential element to a good image. But how to do you work with focal points and use them in your imagery? In this issue of Photography Masterclass Magazine we’ll tell you all you need to know. Also in this issue - in our inspiration section, we reveal the traits of successful photographers. Discover the hidden algorithms in Photoshop for easy color correction, in a great video tutorial. And in our expert guide section, we look at the best way to print your photos! We bring you an in-depth interview with Ryan Tay Swee Yuan – a recognized macro photographer from Singapore. His stunning images of the insect world have been widely commended in Nikon Photographer of the Year…

Many people dream of being a photographer and every year thousands of new photographers enter the market. But what makes some of these photographers more successful than others? Of course, most photographers know their gear and how to take a photo. But other than knowing the technical details of photography, there are certain traits that are more important to certain niches of photography. And to be successful and at the top of the market there are a few key things many successful photographers do that sets them apart from others. Let’s dive into each here so you can recognize if you are already making a few of these traits part of your regular routines and decide which ones you need to add to your skillset. A CREATIVE MIND At its core, photography is…

https://www.youtube.com/embed/Ci_-mwc0AzU In this video, Tony & Chelsea discuss the many traits of successful photographers and how it takes much more than talent to have a successful career. If you are naturally talented, don't let overlooking other traits hold you back! If you don't think you're talented, don't worry, there are other things you can do to compensate and still find success. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Chelsea and Tony Northrup are photographers based in Connecticut. They are the creators of the top-rated photography book, “Tony Northrup’s DSLR Book: How to Create Stunning Digital Photography” which features over nine hours of video training and free lifetime updates. To see more of their tutorials and photos you can follow them on Facebook and YouTube…

Printing our photos has fallen out of vogue somewhat over the years, with most people keeping their images stored online. But there’s something quite different and magical about actually seeing a photograph printed and hung on a wall. In this article I’m going to run you through how to prepare your images for printing and the best way to get them printed and framed. PREPARING YOUR IMAGES Making sure that you get the best possible print of your images takes a little effort but, once you’ve mastered it for the first time, you’ll find it quick and easy to do in future! These are the steps you need to follow: 1. Calibrate your monitor – Without a calibrated monitor you won’t know what your image actually looks like (i.e. how it will look once it’s…

https://www.youtube.com/embed/RWdPKkK9QFQ Today we discuss one of the hardest things I have done as a landscape photographer, producing and writing my own photo book. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: I’m Adam, owner of First Man Photography, which is your gateway to capturing beautiful images every time. We have everything you need to take the next step in your photography journey. With tips, tricks, reviews and tutorials, we have something for everyone. Follow First Man Photography for the latest updates on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Medium & YouTube, or get the book.…