Inspiration Photography Photography Education How to Do Water Drop Photography with MIOPS If you’ve ever marveled at a photo of a crown-shaped splash frozen midair or a collision of two drops forming an elegant umbrella, you’ve seen the magic of water drop photography. This niche genre blends art, science, and technology—and thanks to tools like the MIOPS Splash system, it’s now easier than ever to create stunning […] Written by Mark Weber August 21, 2025August 21, 2025
Inspiration Photography Education Techniques How to Implement Your Creative Vision Some images are born from pure imagination; others demand to be created. This was one of those images. In October of 2022, Aya was just twelve years old. She (and her mother) arrived at my studio with a beaming smile and a fearless spirit. We had never met before, but it took only minutes to […] Written by Whitney Minten August 19, 2025May 16, 2025
Inspiration Photography Techniques A Photo Journalism Experience In 2013, I was working full-time as a photojournalist when a massive warehouse fire broke out in Chicago. It burned through the night, and by the time I arrived the next morning, temperatures had dropped to below zero. The fire department had been battling the blaze for hours, and everything—cars, trucks, barrels, and even the […] Written by John Gress August 14, 2025May 5, 2025
Business Inspiration Marketing Photography Education How Add-On-Sales Can Make your Business Explode Every day we deal with add-on sales. From a clerk at McDonald’s asking if we want fries to the checkout clerk at the supermarket who asks, “Did you find everything you needed?” While I’d like to take credit for the foundation of today’s post, it’s thanks to my good buddy, Doug Box. I first heard him talk […] Written by Skip Cohen August 12, 2025August 7, 2025
Inspiration Photography Photography Education How to Create a Wedding Image under a Difficult Situation “Piano Girl” – A Portrait of Grace, Grit and Glamour at The Dorchester In the world of wedding photography, there are moments that transcend the day’s schedule, the grandeur of the venue, or even the expectations of a seasoned photographer. They become something more—a reflection not just of a wedding, but of the human spirit. […] Written by Joel Dyer August 5, 2025May 6, 2025
Inspiration Photography Photography Education Techniques How to Take Your Photography to the Next Level – Creative Experimentation My photography journey has never followed a conventional path. Most of what I’ve learned has come from hands-on experimentation and a willingness to embrace trial and error-a process that continues to shape my growth as an artist.Throughout the years I have tried nearly every genre of photography in the pursuit of finding the one that […] Written by Carrie Cleghorn July 24, 2025May 6, 2025
Business Inspiration Photography Education Just Working Hard Isn’t Enough! The death rate for people who play it safe and for people who live boldly is the same: 100%Patti Dighi Seriousness is overrated. If you want to achieve more without ruining your life,the first step is to approach your work with a sense of play.Ali Abdaaf I ran across the two quotes above recently, and […] Written by Skip Cohen July 22, 2025July 22, 2025
Inspiration Photography Photography Education How to Create Award Winning Dog Photography There are extraordinary instances in photography when your finger presses the shutter and something inside you knows you’ve just captured a special image. “Spot On” was one of those magical moments; like the crack of a bat hitting the sweet spot, when you don’t even have to see where the ball lands. In this instance, […] Written by Ann ONeill Deal July 17, 2025May 5, 2025
Inspiration Photography Photography Education How to Take Your Photography Lighting to the Next Level Like many of my lighting setups, this one was born and refined through teaching. Over the past five years, I’ve run countless workshops, constantly evolving my techniques—tweaking a light position here, changing a modifier there. This portrait of Jada was captured during a workshop in Dallas and represents the culmination of that ongoing experimentation. The […] Written by John Gress July 10, 2025May 5, 2025
Holidays Inspiration Photography Education How to Create the Most Amazing 4th of July Moctails The 4th of July is tomorrow and with it comes all the outdoor activities and friends gathering around. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue, lounging by the pool, or simply looking to shake up your hydration routine, these summertime mocktails are sure to impress. 1. Tropical Paradise Punch – If you’re craving a taste of the […] Written by Mark Weber July 3, 2025February 13, 2025
