Shallow Depth Of Field—Photography’s Most Powerful Technique

It has always seemed ironic to me that, as a professional photographer, the technique I use most often is something I can not see with my own eyes. Shallow depth of field is a product of camera optics and I …

Camera Sensor Size And Effective Lens Focal Lengths

Recently I gave one of my photography classes a lecture on lens focal lengths—their strengths, weaknesses and their creative potential. Because I listed the focal length of the lens used to create each image on a full chip camera body …

RAW Files vs JPEG–Photography’s Format Battle

RAW file versus JPEG? Which is the best image format? Well, I have found that it really depends on a number of variables. They both have their strengths and weaknesses. Let’s take a look at both.

Stunning Architecture Photography In Black And White

Architecture is one of those photographic subjects that cries out to be captured in black and white.

Black & White Photography–The Journey Continues

I am continuing my quest to learn black and white photography through the process of converting a number of my color images to black and white.

A Color Photographer’s Conversion To B&W

Text & Photography by Chuck Place© I have been a photographer for over 40 years and recently have developed a real interest in black & white photography. Like all photography, it’s a journey and I am inviting all of you …

3 Photographic Techniques For Creating Beautiful Direct Sunlight Portraits

With just 3 techniques, you can create beautiful, striking portraits out in direct sunlight. Modifying harsh sunlight and positioning your model properly can lead to startling results.

Fill The Frame For Greater Visual Impact

The first step in creating any image is knowing what you want to say about a subject or location. Be clear in your own mind what is important and what is secondary. Then make it clear to your viewer by …

Get Creative With Alternative Photographic Processes

Modern photography blended with the techniques passed down through centuries gives us a powerful tool for experimentation and creating art, and one such tool is encaustic wax.

Directing Your Models–A Photographer’s Guide

Learn to pose and direct subjects for natural environmental portraits.