Below, you’ll find an archive of our articles related to photography and video production, so you can easily start learning new skills.
Here are our best guides for becoming a better photographer and video creator.
Below this, you will find our most recent blog articles.
Photography
Camera Basics
- Understanding Depth of Field
- Understanding White Balance
- RAW vs. JPEG (compressed ) Photos Explained
- What is Crop Factor?
- Guide to Automatic Camera Modes
- Guide to Digital Camera Modes
- Understanding Autofocus Modes
- Shooting in Burst (or Continuous) Mode
- How to Take Sharp Photos
- How to Use Polarizing Filters
Composition
- Photography Composition Tips for Beginners
- What is the Rule of Thirds in Photography?
- What is Negative Space in Photography?
- What are Leading Lines in Photography?
- How to Experiment with Photography Composition
Exposure
Camera Equipment
- What is a DSLR Camera?
- What is a Mirrorless Camera?
- What is a Micro Four Thirds Camera?
- Guide to Buying a Used DSLR Camera
- How to Clean Your Camera Lenses
- How to Clean Your Camera Sensor
- Nikon vs. Canon vs. Sony Cameras
- Best Entry Level DSLR Camera
- Using Lens Filters to Create a Mood
- Best Filters for Landscape Photography
Camera Lenses
- Guide to Choosing Your First Photo Lenses
- Guide to Buying Used Camera Lenses
- Prime vs. Zoom Lenses
- Best Lenses for Portrait Photography
- Best Lenses for Landscape Photography
- Best Lenses for Wedding Photography
- Best Lenses for Wildlife Photography
- Best Lenses for Food Photography
- Camera Lens Filters Explained
- Complete Guide to Macro Photography
Photography Styles
- Long Exposure Photography Tutorial
- Street Photography Tips
- Posing Guide: 100+ Posing Ideas
- 6 Steps to Better Portrait Photos
- How to Photograph Fast-Moving Subjects
- How to Photograph a Waterfall
- The Ultimate Guide to HDR Photography
- How to Shoot Better Smartphone Photos
- How to Shoot Stunning Night Photos
- How to Shoot Macro Photos
Video Production
Video Equipment
- All the Equipment You Need to Make Great Videos
- How to Choose the Right Camera for Video Production
- The Ultimate Equipment List for Smartphone Video Production
- Guide to Audio Equipment for Video
Cinematography & Production
- Choosing a Background for Your Videos
- Ultimate Guide to Creating Better Videos
- 5 Tips for Better Camera Presence
- How to Use Lights to Tell Your Story
- 5 Cinematography Tips
- 20+ Film Shots You Need to Know
- Using Natural Light for Video Production
- Better Cinematography on a Budget
- 6 Tips for Making Great Videos with Your Webcam
- My Video Production Setup with Webcam & DSLR
- The Best and Free Screen Recording Apps
- Cheap Collapsible Green Screen Setup
Audio Recording
- Ultimate Guide to Recording Audio for Video
- Choosing the Right Microphone for Video
- Which Microphone Should I Use?
- Rode NTG3 vs. Sennheiser ME66
- Best USB Microphone Under $50
Post Production
- The Ultimate Guide to Free Music for Videos
- How to Edit a Documentary
- What are Sequences in Premiere Pro?
- Essential Graphics Panel Tutorial in Premiere Pro
- Premiere Pro CC 2018: My Favorite Updates
- Picture in Picture Tutorial
- How to Export MP4 from After Effects
- 3D Text Animation in After Effects
- Neon Sign Tutorial in After Effects