New Kodak film makes difference to commercial photography industry
February 22, 2010
Kodak is renowned for their high quality photography equipment and products and their latest release has been receiving a great deal of attention and praise from the photography industry. Kodak has launched the Kodak Ektar Professional 100 Film in sheet formats of 4×5 and 8×10. The range of Kodak film has already received a great deal of recognition from professional photographers and these additions are making a difference to many working in commercial photography. (more…)
Penguins would rather do their own photography
December 2, 2009
Photographer David Schultz recently visited Antarctica with his photography equipment in order to capture photographs of the stunning scenery and the local Emperor penguin population. What David experienced out on the ice will remain in his memory always as he was able to interact with the penguins more than he had ever imagined and captured these moments in photographs.
Whilst his camera was set up on his tripod out on the ice one day, David was approached by a group of penguins who seemed immensely interested in him, his equipment and what he was doing out there with them on the ice. Once David had backed away from his photography equipment, he was able to use his second camera to capture photographs of the penguins as they explored his equipment a little further. At one point, one penguin (more…)
The Creative Photography Handbook: A Sourcebook of Over 70 Techniques and Ideas
November 30, 2009
‘The Creative Photography Handbook: A Sourcebook of Over 70 Techniques and Ideas’ is a book for photographers that is receiving a lot of praise. Creativity is an important factor in any area of photography and is of particular importance for a commercial photographer capturing shots for a client and their business (more…)
Digital Food Photography by Lou Manna
October 28, 2009
Food photography is an exciting and interesting topic for many keen photographers. Food photography is beneficial for businesses in many ways because of the way images of food can be used commercially. A food photographer can take photographs of food for menus, flyers, billboards, magazines and books.
One book that explores the topic of food photography is ‘Digital Food Photography’ by Lou Manna. This book explores the art of food photography and the changes and developments within food photography thanks to the (more…)
New food photography book praised by critics
August 26, 2009
Food photography is a part of commercial photography that receives a lot of interest. Food photographers work all over the UK but most commercial photographers reside in cities such as Leeds and London. Many keen photographers would like to specialise in food photography but in order to be successful in this line of business, it is necessary to gain the appropriate knowledge and skills that are needed in order to create beautiful and effective shots of food.
There are many ways that the necessary knowledge and skills can be obtained. One tool that can offer assistance to beginners is a new food photography book that some photographers have reportedly been finding very useful. ‘Digital Food Photography’ has been recommended by many who are interested (more…)
A book for success in commercial photography
July 11, 2009
The book ‘How To Succeed in Commercial Photography: Insights from a Leading Consultant’ promises to help you become a more successful creative photographer and claims it will give you valuable knowledge in all areas of commercial photography including catalogue photography and food photography. The book was written by Selina Maitreya.
Commercial photography is a great business if you have a passion for photography and the skills and knowledge to support this. Commercial photographers often work in cities like Leeds (more…)
Tripod Dolly for more professional photography
June 27, 2009
Using high quality, professional equipment is important if you are a professional photographer and especially if you are involved in commercial photography in areas such as food photography, catalogue photography and other areas like this. A tripod can also be a great buy if you are simply someone who enjoys photography and wants to improve their shots. Using a tripod can give your camera the security and correct positioning it needs to be able to capture an image perfectly. A tripod dolly can be very useful and if you are looking to purchase one, making sure it is one (more…)
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