Pretty Places in Australia You Should Visit Don’t worry about the world coming to an end today. It is already tomorrow in Australia. Charles M. Schultz The American cartoonist Charles Schultz delivered an admittedly western-centric quip. However, if we take a philosophical approach to it, we might think he refers to our progressive, inclusive values.[…]
18 November 2024∙10 minutes to read
The Best Landscape Photography Locations from Around the World Many photographers love to photograph landscapes, as they allow them to capture light, textures, colour, and the raw beauty of nature and our world in a single frame. For passionate photographers, nothing beats finding locations that offer such opportunities. In this guide, we've compiled a list[…]
25 October 2024∙10 minutes to read
Unlocking the Magic of Film Camera Photography In today's digital photography era, where smartphones boast high-resolution cameras and DSLRs offer unparalleled flexibility, it becomes easy to overlook the charm and significance of film cameras. However, for many photography enthusiasts and professionals alike, film cameras continue to hold a special place in their hearts. In this[…]
9 July 2024∙7 minutes to read
Best Camera Equipment It’s a lot easier to put out your best work when you have the best photography equipment at your disposal. We’re not going to go ahead and say that having better camera equipment is a substitute for skill, but it will give you the edge when it comes to producing crisp stills[…]
18 November 2021∙7 minutes to read
Are you a photography enthusiast? Want to become a better photographer? Here’s our excellent series of blogs giving you budding Irving Penns the best tips and tricks on using your camera.
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Making Great Videos with Your Camera “Film as dream, film as music. No art passes our conscience in the way film does, and goes directly to our feelings, deep down into the dark rooms of our souls.” - Ingmar Bergman Taking photos or video with your camera allows you to create a vision of the[…]
30 January 2020∙7 minutes to read
Learn About Wedding Photography “It is not a lack of love, but a lack of friendship that makes unhappy marriages.” - Friedrich Nietzsche The cost of weddings is often a subject of discussion. The average wedding in Australia costs between $36,000 to $51,000. But this is just an average. So to budget for your wedding,[…]
30 January 2020∙7 minutes to read
How to Take Great Photos With Your Smartphone “You don't take a photograph, you make it.” - Ansel Adams Taking great photos is within everyone’s reach. 90% Australians own a mobile phone and an increasing number of them are smartphones meaning that anyone can now take photos whenever they want. This allows them to express[…]
30 January 2020∙6 minutes to read
The Ultimate Guide to Launching a Photography Career “Photography is a way of feeling, of touching, of loving. What you have caught on film is captured forever… It remembers little things, long after you have forgotten everything.” -Aaron Siskind Some children dream of becoming astronauts to explore the deepest parts of space, others want to[…]
28 November 2019∙7 minutes to read
A Career as a Photographer: Different Types of Photography “Photography is a way of feeling, of touching, of loving. What you have caught on film is captured forever… It remembers little things, long after you have forgotten everything.” -Aaron Siskind Some children dream of becoming astronauts to explore the deepest parts of space, others want[…]
26 September 2019∙7 minutes to read
How Can You Get Started as a Wildlife Photographer? Few professions offer the freedom and artistry that wildlife photographers enjoy but being a professional photographer is a rarefied and exclusive club that is hard to break into. That is why most people who enjoy photographing animals do so for their own pleasure or, when they[…]
26 August 2019∙7 minutes to read
How Can You Simply Retouch a Photo? “In photography thiere is a reality so subtle that it becomes more real than reality.” - Alfred Stieglitz Editing photos is often quite scary for novices. Adobe Photoshop CC, layers, luminosity, Picasa, etc., can strike fear into the heart of the uninitiated. However, it’s not really that complicated![…]
28 June 2019∙7 minutes to read
Which Photo Editor Should You Choose to Get Started? “In photography there is a reality so subtle that it becomes more real than reality.” - Alfred Stieglitz Photo editing is becoming increasingly competitive and there are more and more functions and techniques appearing. Resizing, cropping, correcting imperfections, retouching, and treating images. An increasing number of[…]
28 June 2019∙6 minutes to read
How Can You Take Better Photos? Digital photography is a marvel that allows you to take as many pictures as your memory card will allow. But when it comes to photography, it is not the number of pictures that you take that guarantees a great result. Spotting scenes to photograph is essential, but having a[…]
19 July 2018∙7 minutes to read
The Best Camera Equipment For Beginners When you are first starting out, it can seem like there is so much to do just to get started on the path of following your hobby or passion. Photography equipment is no different, there are such a plethora of devices, gadgets and accessories that it can be hard[…]
13 July 2018∙8 minutes to read
How Can One Learn Photography with a Pro Photographer as Tutor? "Photography is all light and shadows," Anonymous With the arrival of more and more smartphones to take pictures with, photography is becoming more and more accessible to more and more people. Nevertheless, there are not many people who know how to take a beautiful[…]
5 March 2018∙6 minutes to read
Tips on Becoming a Good Photographer "A Camera never took a great picture the same way that a typewriter never wrote a great novel " Peter Adams Learning Photography has a lot to do with knowing the technical inn's and out's of your Camera, but a lot more to do with honing the creative instincts[…]
5 March 2018∙9 minutes to read
Why Take Photography Classes? For many years, smartphones have waged war on the traditional digital camera. As the quality of the cameras integrated into our mobile devices improves and becomes more high-tech, people are asking themselves whether there is any real benefit to investing in a digital camera. Have smartphones replaced digital cameras? And do[…]
5 March 2018∙7 minutes to read
Discover These Photography Facts The art of photography is to immortalize silent portraits, and to give birth to portraits that talk. – Remy Donnadieu Have you long dreamt of pursuing a brilliant career in professional photography? The proliferation of smartphones and the affordability of SLR cameras permit more people than ever to find their place[…]
5 March 2018∙10 minutes to read
Photography Techniques for Taking Different Types of Photography Photojournalism, aerial photography, landscape photography, portrait photography, digital photography, artistic photography… the art of taking photographs is anything but limited. Whether you’re a professional photographer or an amateur, every genre of photography is open for you to express your creativity! The profession of photography is also incredibly[…]
5 March 2018∙7 minutes to read
Become a Professional Photographer with our Photography Tips & Tricks A photograph is not necessarily a lie, but it isn't the truth, either. It's more like a fleeting, subjective impression. - Martine Franck It seems such a long time ago that film photography was avantguarde! Darkroom developing and retouching was a skill set few could master,[…]
5 March 2018∙11 minutes to read
How to Learn Photography as a Beginner "Photography is an art; though it is better than an art, it is a solar phenomenon where the artist collaborates with the sun." - Alphonse de Lamartine Photography has become such an important activity in our world today. Nevertheless, few people really master photo techniques in order to[…]
20 February 2018∙8 minutes to read
Photography, much like the study of biology, is a discipline that continually evolves and expands, revealing the nuanced and infinite beauty of our world through the lens of a camera. Just as biologists explore the intricate details of life, photographers capture moments that might otherwise be overlooked, each snaps a preservation of time itself.
Why Study Photography?
Studying photography opens up a world of artistic expression and technical skills that can lead to a diverse array of career opportunities. Much like biologists, photographers can find themselves working in a variety of settings, from the controlled environment of a studio to the unpredictable wilderness of nature photography. The field not only offers the satisfaction of creating visually captivating images but also the potential for a rewarding career in industries ranging from fashion and sports to journalism and advertising.
What are the Key Areas of Study in Photography?
Photography encompasses a range of specialties, each with its own unique focus and techniques. These include portrait photography, landscape photography, wildlife photography, and commercial photography, among others. Each specialty requires a deep understanding of different elements like lighting, composition, and camera technology, paralleling the various sub-disciplines within biology, each with its own focus and required expertise.
Tips to Study Photography
To excel in photography, immerse yourself in its practice and theory. First, practice regularly. Just as biologists conduct experiments, photographers must experiment with angles, settings, and contexts to capture the perfect image. Second, collaborate and seek feedback. Working with other photographers can provide new perspectives and techniques, much like collaborative study in biology. Finally, stay updated with the latest technology and trends in photography. Attending workshops and exhibitions can inspire and inform your work, similar to how biologists benefit from staying current with scientific research.
In conclusion, photography, like biology, is not just an artistic pursuit but a comprehensive study that requires passion, dedication, and continual learning. Its relevance extends through history and into our future, capturing our realities and imaginations alike. Thus, studying photography is not merely about mastering a camera but about developing a vision that sees the world in a unique and impactful way.