Teddy Hoffman is an action sports and adventure photographer/cinematographer from Chicago, IL. He specializes in shooting on location and documenting adventures in remote and ‘hard to get to’ destinations. See Teddy’s drone photography throughout Chicago and learn some great tips and tricks on drone photography! A passionate and inspired photographer since he was young, Teddy has been working hard […]
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14 Travel Essentials for On-the-Go Photographers
Packing your bag for a trip and can’t think of what you’re going to actually need? You’ll want to pack lightly while still bringing your travel essentials so we figured we would help you out. Here’s a list of all the things we find essential to bring with us on our photography adventures! Camera Bag […]
Continue readingDrone Photography with Teddy Hoffman
Drone photography is continuously expanding and changing the way photography is done in the modern world. From small, handheld drones controlled by your mobile device all the way to full-sized helicopter style drones, this new style of aerial photography is an excellent way to expand your skills as a photographer. Drone photography is an amazing way […]
Continue readingBackpacking with Turkish Photographer Erman Celik
Erman Celik is an adventurous photographer and explorer from Turkey with an amazing, unique style. Growing up in Turkey, Erman was always fond of exploring new areas and trekking the land. This is what led him to eventually pursue photography and build a career with it. Continue reading to find out more about Erman Celik’s backpacking adventures in […]
Continue readingLearn How to Clean Your Camera Lens
For many photographers, it can be daunting to clean their delicate and costly equipment. The thought of damaging a lens or sensor is overwhelming, but with the right tools and techniques, cleaning a camera lens can easily become second nature. Having some dust on the front of your lens can be harmless and relatively unnoticeable in your […]
Continue readingThe Importance of Before and After Images
It’s often said images are even more powerful than words when used to describe things, and if you work in the photography or design industry, you’re even more aware of the power of pictures. Images are especially effective when used to show results, or progress over time, through before and after photos. There are numerous reasons to think […]
Continue readingBoosting Contrast in Lightroom with the Tone Curve Tool
Many of the pictures you snap will require subtle corrections to improve fundamental aspects of a good photo, such as the contrast. Luckily for you, the Lightroom Tone Curve Tool helps you do this very easily and quickly. When you boost the contrast, your images will look more dramatic, yet a softness can still be retained, […]
Continue readingSkin Retouching Tips for Photoshop
The goal of every photographer is getting great-looking skin while still preserving that natural beauty that’s hard to get just right. While effective lighting and well-applied makeup are always the foundation of good-looking skin in photographs, retouching is taking it up to a completely new level. Retouching isn’t a technique that you should over-rely on, […]
Continue reading5 Tips for Breaking into Fashion Photography
The fashion industry can be fast-paced and exciting, so it’s no wonder so many young photographers are drawn to it. It’s also notoriously competitive, however, if you’re hoping to pursue a career in fashion photography, it’s important that you understand the challenges and are willing to work hard to develop your own style, market your […]
Continue readingHow to Remove Backgrounds From Your Photos in Photoshop
Photoshop has a slew of tools that make it easy to edit and manipulate photos the way that you want them. After all, being able to customize and play around with your photo is half the fun of photography! Know that a program like Photoshop does give you different ways of getting to your end […]
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