Photography
5 Photographers to Follow
When I was first asked to write this post, a cascade of faces and names began to flow through my mind, as did a level of excitement I’ve not ...
Ideas & Examples, Photography
Behind the Book: Chasing Magic
Photography shown in hero image by Brynn A. Schmidt, Kathy Linford, and Maricel Quesada Jara
For every breathtaking landscape or wildlife photo, there’s often a personal story or tale of ...
Photography
DSLR vs. Phone Cameras: How to Choose
With the invention of the cell phone, and subsequent invention of the cell phone camera, came an explosion in the popularity of photography. Suddenly, everyone with a cell phone ...
Photography
What is Film Photography (Analog Photography)?
Luckily for all of us, analog photography, also known as film photography, is all the rage. The Digital Revolution which descended on photography in the mid to late 1990s ...
Photography
Mirrorless vs. DSLR Cameras: How to Choose
Before diving into the similarities and differences between mirrorless and DSLR cameras (and how to choose), let’s take a step back. Looking at the history of photography even briefly ...
Photography
#MyBlurbMoment Giveaway
With the constant ups and downs of this year, it was the ingenuity of creators who provided glimmers of hope and inspiration in a world of chaos. The photographers ...
Photography
13 Thanksgiving Dinner Picture Tips & Ideas
There’s plenty to look forward to at Thanksgiving celebrations, from the quality time with family and friends to the rich culinary traditions. As you prepare for the holiday feast, ...
Photography
Hit the Books with Dan Milnor: Film vs Digital Photography
I was fortunate to come up in photography during the analog era. My love of photography began in the darkroom while watching my first print come to life in ...
Photography, Planning & Creating
How to Organize Photos on Your Phone
We know how it goes. The photo collection on your phone is always growing, and it can easily become a source of frustration—especially when you’re trying to choose images ...
Photography
12 Landscape Photography Tips
It’s no wonder photographers of all skill levels are drawn to landscapes. You get to plan your own adventures to beautiful destinations near or far, spend quality time in ...
Ideas & Examples, Photography
Behind the Book with Kristal Bean
For Kristal Bean, the world of photography opened up when her first daughter was born. Inspired by the profound experience of pregnancy and motherhood, she decided to launch a ...
Photography
How to Take Better Photos with Your Phone
When taking photos on the go, it’s natural to reach for a camera phone, then point, shoot, and post. Even if you’ve got the basics down, you might still ...
Photography
11 Tips for Photographing Spring
Spring is an exciting time to have your camera in hand. The natural world is in bloom, so you can look forward to more daylight hours, warmer temperatures, and ...
Photography
The MACK First Book Award
Back in the day, during the early years of my photography career and upon the suggestion of a friend, I entered a “first book,” contest. The open call brought ...
Photography
8 Tips for Photographing the Holidays
The holiday season brings with it a unique energy, from bustling days of gift shopping and social events to momentous family trips and heartwarming celebrations. In this flurry of ...
Photography
Daniel Milnor’s Notes on Photography │ Sicily
Notes on Photography is a blog series all about images. In each edition, Daniel Milnor revisits an old photograph and shares his notes on what works within each shot, ...
Photography
Daniel Milnor’s Notes on Photography│Paris
Notes on Photography is a blog series all about images. Each month, Daniel Milnor will revisit an old photograph and share his notes on what works within each shot, ...
Photography
How to Photograph Fog, Food, the Moon, Artwork & More
Can a photograph ever do justice to its subject? It’s a question that drives photographers to hone and perfect their craft as they strive to make images that reflect ...
Photography
The History of Photography—10 Moments that Changed How We See
In the last 100 years, technology has radically changed the way we see and remember in our daily lives. The history of photography illustrates just how drastically those technological ...
Design Tools, Photography
How to Take Better Photos
Let’s face it, for those of us consumed by both the idea and practice of photography, we find ourselves in a constant struggle to improve. There seems to be ...
Photography
An Interview with Pete Souza
In the middle of promoting his new book, Shade: A Tale of Two Presidents, former White House photographer for President Obama Pete Souza stopped by the Blurb offices in ...
Photography
10 Types of Photographs Every Photographer Should Take
Whether you are building a professional career in photography, or simply pursuing a passion, some shots are simply compulsory. Here are 10 types of photo that every photographer should ...
Photography
How to Create a Photography Portfolio
Back when I started in photography, somewhere in the early 1990s, the options for photography portfolios were somewhat limited and often pricier than young photographers could afford.
Because I was ...
Photography
What Makes a Great Photographer?
I wish I could say, “Takes one to know one,” but being named a great photographer isn’t something you do for yourself. You wait until a variety of other, ...
