As a photographer you must have dealt with camera hogs and shy birds. The ubiquitous camera hogs would just play it up for the camera while the camera shy are usually afraid of the camera and freeze as if life has come to a standstill. Here are six simple tips for capturing un-posed, honest, truthful [...]
When you walk into a store and start shopping for photo paper, one thing that you will find very quickly is you have so many options, it is very easy to get confused and overwhelmed. With so many choices in photo paper these days, you may be wondering what type you should be using. If [...]
Online photo albums are a great way to share your digital photography, but nothing compares to the feeling of seeing your work take on new dimensions through physical printing. Professional printers are taking work like yours beyond the standard photo print with the help of new technologies using quality materials that last for generations. These [...]
Have you ever spent much time around professional photographers? If you have, you know they have their own language that can leave the layman feeling out of the loop. If you plan on becoming a pro, then you simply must learn to talk like a pro. Do not worry though. Professional photographer speak is much [...]
As a photographer you must have dealt with camera hogs and shy birds. The ubiquitous camera hogs would just play it up for the camera while the camera shy are usually afraid of the camera and freeze as if life has come to a standstill. Here are six simple tips for capturing un-posed, honest, truthful [...]
Have you ever spent much time around professional photographers? If you have, you know they have their own language that can leave the layman feeling out of the loop. If you plan on becoming a pro, then you simply must learn to talk like a pro. Do not worry though. Professional photographer speak is much [...]
Babies are heart-warming, little souls that lighten up the lives of those who are blessed with them. Taking memorable pictures of your most precious little bundle of joy requires a little bit of knowledge as to how to make the perfect pose. Remember safety and comfort always comes first when you are making your baby [...]
So much photography has to do with light, how you use the light, and how you set the exposure on your camera. Of course, in many situations, you will find yourself using a short exposure. That is because you need to freeze action without the subject becoming blurred. However, there are many times when long [...]
You have heard of art walks before, but have you heard of a photo walk? Photo walks are a way to get in exercise while practicing your digital photography, alone or with friends. There is no better way to get in touch with your inner artist than getting inspired by your surroundings out on a [...]
There is still snow on the ground for many of us, but the promise of spring is beckoning as March roars in. Already the days are getting longer and there are fewer grey days on the horizon, which means it’s time to start thinking about what to photograph this spring! After a long winter inside, [...]
Here’s one more reason to make time for yourself by making time for your art: A spate of recent studies has confirmed the therapeutic benefits of letting your creativity loose in painting, photography, and other artistic endeavors. Read about how art can reduce your stress levels and plan your own gallery wall for lasting health [...]
An empty wall is a blank canvas that begs to be adorned with digital photography and other artwork, but which artwork to choose? Starting by choosing the group orientation – horizontal, square, or vertical – for your photos can set off your photography and your décor at the same time. Believe it or not, professional [...]
The folks over at Mashable.com have never failed to be on the forefront of what is up and coming. If you haven’t heard of Mashable.com the best way to describe it is a news source for the tech savvy. Anything that is going on in the tech world and a little into pop culture they [...]
With all the upgrades to the iPhone 5′s camera and video quality I am sure there are sports enthusiasts who have wanted to use their iPhone while swooshing down the slopes or mountain biking down the mountain. But who would put their beloved iPhone at such risk? Most folks have opted to purchase the GoPro [...]
Canon released several new camera models and the recent CES 2013 (Consumer Electronic Show). One of the most interesting and notable was the Canon PowerShot N. What makes it so unique is that there is no wrong way to hold the camera. That is due to its interesting configuration. First of all it is square [...]
We want to wish all of our readers a very Merry Christmas and a fabulous New Year. What a fantastic year for Tocofi. We are gaining more and more readers every day who want to learn about taking better photos, decorate their homes with art and just being creative in general. We are planning an [...]
When you walk into a store and start shopping for photo paper, one thing that you will find very quickly is you have so many options, it is very easy to get confused and overwhelmed. With so many choices in photo paper these days, you may be wondering what type you should be using. If [...]
Online photo albums are a great way to share your digital photography, but nothing compares to the feeling of seeing your work take on new dimensions through physical printing. Professional printers are taking work like yours beyond the standard photo print with the help of new technologies using quality materials that last for generations. These [...]
Today’s world of cell phones is quite different from the dinosaur phones of the past. It used to be that a camera on a cell phone meant fuzzy, dark, and pixelated images. These days, some of the most amazing and artistic photos being published on the Internet have come from cellular phones. When you see [...]
Food photography can be absolutely aesthetically appealing and makes its hard for anyone to resist their temptation to grab a bite. The colors, shapes and patterns attract photographers to explore their creative instinct whether it is shooting fresh produce at a market stall or an appetizing feast prepared by an expert chef. Good food photography [...]
