If you are trying to submit your work to a fashion or photography publication, then it can be really disheartening to get a rejection. After all, you have worked hard and you believe that your work is great. The thing […]
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How to Get a Fantastic Portfolio on a Tight Budget
Rhiannon D'Averc | January 19, 2021How to Get a Fantastic Portfolio on a Tight Budget
When making the transition from amateur or hobbyist photographer to professional, one of the most important tools in your arsenal will be your portfolio. This body of work demonstrates what you can do behind the lens, and it shows potential […]
Why Instagram Should Be Your #1 Social Network
Rhiannon D'Averc | January 16, 2021Why Instagram Should Be Your #1 Social Network
When it comes to social networks, there are so many choices out there. Some would probably say too many! But which ones do you set yourself up on? More to the point, which ones do you focus on the most? […]
How to Do a 52 Week Photography Challenge
Rhiannon D'Averc | January 1, 2021How to Do a 52 Week Photography Challenge
There are lots of ways to get better at photography, and one of them is to practice, practice, practice. That’s why any kind of photography challenge is great, as it forces you to take shots that you might not normally […]
The Best Dresses for Your Photography Clients to Wear
Rhiannon D'Averc | November 5, 2020The Best Dresses for Your Photography Clients to Wear
When you’re setting up a photoshoot, it can be common to get questions from your clients about what they should wear. Most people are a bit nervous in front of the lens, and they want to know that they will […]
How to Create a Whimsical Fall Look in Photoshop
Rhiannon D'Averc | October 9, 2020How to Create a Whimsical Fall Look in Photoshop
Beautiful fall images, with orange and red leaves falling around your subjects, are always a highlight of the year. The season brings a crisp light as well as wonderful backdrops, and always looks so good on camera. But that might […]
What to Do When You Have Low Disk Space
Rhiannon D'Averc | September 3, 2020What to Do When You Have Low Disk Space
Low disk space is a problem that can crop up often for photographers, as we use such large file sizes that take up a lot of room on our computers and laptops. When you have low disk space, your computer […]
What Lenses Does a Portrait Photographer Need First?
Rhiannon D'Averc | July 26, 2020What Lenses Does a Portrait Photographer Need First?
Portrait photographers who are just starting out have a lot of choice on hand when it comes to lenses. While you will likely pick up a lens that comes with your first DSLR camera body, it might not be totally […]
How to Calculate Cost of Doing Business as a Photographer
Rhiannon D'Averc | July 25, 2020How to Calculate Cost of Doing Business as a Photographer
For new and even more established photographers, one of the questions that is the most commonly asked is: how do I price my services? You may have some idea of how much you would like to earn, or perhaps you […]
How to Get Great Blur in the Background
Rhiannon D'Averc | July 19, 2020How to Get Great Blur in the Background
One of the things you may notice consistently about great portrait photographs is that they often have blurred backgrounds. This allows the viewer to focus more on the subject, the model, without any distractions. It’s also an aesthetically pleasing effect […]