Color

Join Leslie as we talk about colour... how to capture accurate color, edit color and how to use it creatively.  Color is such a huge topic. It was an absolute pleasure to break it down a bit and talk about the challenges and joys of working with color. If you watch the YT version, I also demonstrate how quickly you can do advanced color correction in Lightroom mobile. https://www.taraleslie.com and YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxIqBULWjwhHDJPm0ehI5Q ・・・ Smartphone Photography Transformation Program: https://bit.ly/sptprogram 30 Days of Lightroom Mobile: https://bit.ly/30DaysLR Stronger Photo Composition: 4-Step System: https://bit.ly/spt-spc Blurry to Tack-Sharp Photos: 4-Step System: https://bit.ly/spttacksharp ・・・ Enjoy the video? A small way to say thanks is coffee! https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee Free 45 minute "STOP Taking Boring Photos' video course: https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse FREE membership – community forum, tutorials, podcasts - https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted ・・・ Passionate - Creative - Curious - Mike

Join Leslie as we talk about colour... how to capture accurate color, edit color and how to use it creatively.  Color is such a huge topic. It was an absolute pleasure to break it down a bit and talk about the challenges and joys of working with color. If you watch the YT version, I also demonstrate how quickly you can do advanced color correction in Lightroom mobile. <a href="https://www.taraleslie.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.taraleslie.com</a> and YouTube <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxIqBULWjwhHDJPm0ehI5Q" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxIqBULWjwhHDJPm0ehI5Q</a> ・・・ Smartphone Photography Transformation Program: <a href="https://bit.ly/sptprogram" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptprogram</a> 30 Days of Lightroom Mobile: <a href="https://anchor.fm/dashboard/episode/e1c7s12/metadata/edit" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/30DaysLR</a> Stronger Photo Composition: 4-Step System: <a href="https://bit.ly/spt-spc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/spt-spc</a> Blurry to Tack-Sharp Photos: 4-Step System: <a href="https://bit.ly/spttacksharp" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/spttacksharp</a> ・・・ Enjoy the video? A small way to say thanks is coffee! <a href="https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee</a> Free 45 minute "STOP Taking Boring Photos' video course: <a href="https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse</a> FREE membership – community forum, tutorials, podcasts - <a href="https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted</a> ・・・ Passionate - Creative - Curious - Mike

#51 Color & Creativity - Photos & Art - Tara Leslie

Join Jo as she discusses her new book Smart Phone Smart Photo Editing. We will explore why she chose Snapseed as the app to break down the tools and provide many varied example editing workflows. During our conversation, we talked about why photo editing is an important skill and the  'visual divide' between what you and the camera sees and matching your photo intention. We also talked about the editing process used in a couple of Jo's examples.  This was a fun interview. Learn more about Jo at https://www.greenislandstudios.co.uk/ ・・・ 30 Days of Lightroom Mobile: https://bit.ly/30DaysLR Stronger Photo Composition: 4-Step System: https://bit.ly/spt-spc Blurry to Tack-Sharp Photos: 4-Step System: https://bit.ly/spttacksharp ・・・ Enjoy the video? A small way to say thanks is coffee! https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee Free 45 minute "STOP Taking Boring Photos' video course: https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse FREE membership – community forum, tutorials, podcasts - https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted ・・・ Passionate - Creative - Curious - Mike

Join Jo as she discusses her new book Smart Phone Smart Photo Editing. We will explore why she chose Snapseed as the app to break down the tools and provide many varied example editing workflows. During our conversation, we talked about why photo editing is an important skill and the  'visual divide' between what you and the camera sees and matching your photo intention. We also talked about the editing process used in a couple of Jo's examples.  This was a fun interview. Learn more about Jo at <a href="https://www.greenislandstudios.co.uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.greenislandstudios.co.uk/</a> ・・・ 30 Days of Lightroom Mobile: <a href="https://anchor.fm/dashboard/episode/e1c7s12/metadata/edit" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/30DaysLR</a> Stronger Photo Composition: 4-Step System: <a href="https://bit.ly/spt-spc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/spt-spc</a> Blurry to Tack-Sharp Photos: 4-Step System: <a href="https://bit.ly/spttacksharp" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/spttacksharp</a> ・・・ Enjoy the video? A small way to say thanks is coffee! <a href="https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee</a> Free 45 minute "STOP Taking Boring Photos' video course: <a href="https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse</a> FREE membership – community forum, tutorials, podcasts - <a href="https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted</a> ・・・ Passionate - Creative - Curious - Mike

#50 Smart Phone Smart Editing - Jo Bradford Interview - Snapseed

Editing photos on the go doesn't get easier than using presets in Lightroom mobile app.  Presets are predetermined sets of adjustment actions that allow you to apply multiple editing tools at once.  In this episode, we cover the following topics: &gt; Are Lightroom Presets Better Than App Filters? &gt; Lightroom Presets Vs VSCO, Instagram Filters &gt; What Happens When You Apply A Preset? &gt; When To Use OR Not Use Presets &gt; How To Create Your Own Presets &gt; How To Share (Or Sell!) Your LR Preset &gt; How To Find FREE Or Cheap Presets Online &gt; How To Install Presets Directly On Your Mobile ・・・ 30 Days of Lightroom Mobile: https://bit.ly/30DaysLR Stronger Photo Composition: 4-Step System: https://bit.ly/spt-spc Blurry to Tack-Sharp Photos: 4-Step System: https://bit.ly/spttacksharp ・・・ Enjoy the video? A small way to say thanks is coffee! https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee Free 45 minute "STOP Taking Boring Photos' video course: https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse FREE membership – community forum, tutorials, podcasts - https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted ・・・ Passionate - Creative - Curious - Mike

Editing photos on the go doesn't get easier than using presets in Lightroom mobile app. Presets are predetermined sets of adjustment actions that allow you to apply multiple editing tools at once. In this episode, we cover the following topics: &gt; Are Lightroom Presets Better Than App Filters? &gt; Lightroom Presets Vs VSCO, Instagram Filters &gt; What Happens When You Apply A Preset? &gt; When To Use OR Not Use Presets &gt; How To Create Your Own Presets &gt; How To Share (Or Sell!) Your LR Preset &gt; How To Find FREE Or Cheap Presets Online &gt; How To Install Presets Directly On Your Mobile ・・・ 30 Days of Lightroom Mobile: <a href="https://anchor.fm/dashboard/episode/e1c7s12/metadata/edit" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/30DaysLR</a> Stronger Photo Composition: 4-Step System: <a href="https://bit.ly/spt-spc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/spt-spc</a> Blurry to Tack-Sharp Photos: 4-Step System: <a href="https://bit.ly/spttacksharp" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/spttacksharp</a> ・・・ Enjoy the video? A small way to say thanks is coffee! <a href="https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee</a> Free 45 minute "STOP Taking Boring Photos' video course: <a href="https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse</a> FREE membership – community forum, tutorials, podcasts - <a href="https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted</a> ・・・ Passionate - Creative - Curious - Mike

#49 - Lightroom Presets & Profiles Explained

OK... a late start to the year. I have been super busy creating my latest course 30 Days Of Lightroom Mobile.  I am excited to go behind the scenes a little and show you what it takes to create a course like this. Obviously, this is just a fraction. I would bore you silly if I talked about all the proofeading, copying and pasting text between systems, uploading photos to platforms... This is just a bit of an overview to show the value - without being salesy! Enjoy ・・・ 30 Days of Lightroom Mobile: https://bit.ly/30DaysLR Stronger Photo Composition: 4-Step System: https://bit.ly/spt-spc Blurry to Tack-Sharp Photos: 4-Step System: https://bit.ly/spttacksharp ・・・ Enjoy the video? A small way to say thanks is coffee! https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee Free 45 minute "STOP Taking Boring Photos' video course: https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse FREE membership – community forum, tutorials, podcasts - https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted ・・・ Passionate - Creative - Curious - Mike

OK... a late start to the year. I have been super busy creating my latest course 30 Days Of Lightroom Mobile.  I am excited to go behind the scenes a little and show you what it takes to create a course like this. Obviously, this is just a fraction. I would bore you silly if I talked about all the proofeading, copying and pasting text between systems, uploading photos to platforms... This is just a bit of an overview to show the value - without being salesy! Enjoy ・・・ 30 Days of Lightroom Mobile: <a href="https://anchor.fm/dashboard/episode/e1c7s12/metadata/edit" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/30DaysLR</a> Stronger Photo Composition: 4-Step System: <a href="https://bit.ly/spt-spc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/spt-spc</a> Blurry to Tack-Sharp Photos: 4-Step System: <a href="https://bit.ly/spttacksharp" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/spttacksharp</a> ・・・ Enjoy the video? A small way to say thanks is coffee! <a href="https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee</a> Free 45 minute "STOP Taking Boring Photos' video course: <a href="https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse</a> FREE membership – community forum, tutorials, podcasts - <a href="https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted</a> ・・・ Passionate - Creative - Curious - Mike

#48 - Behind The Scenes - Making of '30 Days Of Lightroom Mobile'

Very excited to update and share this new version with you. Live and unscripted, let’s explore it together and see why it is better than Snapseed and Lightroom mobile tools for removing objects and distractions. ・・・ 30 Days of Lightroom Mobile: https://bit.ly/30DaysLR Stronger Photo Composition: 4-Step System: https://bit.ly/spt-spc Blurry to Tack-Sharp Photos: 4-Step System: https://bit.ly/spttacksharp ・・・ Enjoy the video? A small way to say thanks is coffee! https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee Free 45 minute "STOP Taking Boring Photos' video course: https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse FREE membership – community forum, tutorials, podcasts - https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted ・・・ Passionate - Creative - Curious - Mike

Very excited to update and share this new version with you. Live and unscripted, let’s explore it together and see why it is better than Snapseed and Lightroom mobile tools for removing objects and distractions. ・・・ 30 Days of Lightroom Mobile: <a href="" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/30DaysLR</a> Stronger Photo Composition: 4-Step System: <a href="https://bit.ly/spt-spc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/spt-spc</a> Blurry to Tack-Sharp Photos: 4-Step System: <a href="https://bit.ly/spttacksharp" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/spttacksharp</a> ・・・ Enjoy the video? A small way to say thanks is coffee! <a href="https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee</a> Free 45 minute "STOP Taking Boring Photos' video course: <a href="https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse</a> FREE membership – community forum, tutorials, podcasts - <a href="https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted</a> ・・・ Passionate - Creative - Curious - Mike

#47 TouchRetouch 5.0 - New Tools & Interface

During this enjoyable and informative conversation with Lee Cocker from the Mobile Only Photography Facebook group, we covered the below questions and more. I discovered Lee after joining his Facebook group. I was instantly impressed with both the level of engagement and the incredibly friendly and supportive culture. We discuss the benefits for everyone joining and contributing to a photography community.  Tell us about your Facebook community – who is it for, who does it attract? Why did you create this community - what did you set out to achieve (goal) with your community? Why did you choose FB over Instagram, Flicker or other options? How do you attract members – website content or appearances on other groups? How do you keep your members engaged and coming back? I see so many members commenting which is so much more valuable than the popularity likes – what do you think contributes to that culture that you and the existing members created? It takes a lot of effort to run photo themes, curate content, seek speakers and other engagement strategies… why do it – what do you personally get out of it instead of joining an existing group?  Lee is selective of who he approves access to the Facebook group... the first step in a process to create the culture. After listening/watching if you believe you are a great fit, go check out the community at Mobile Only Photography - https://www.facebook.com/groups/372112596784060 ・・・ Stronger Photo Composition: 4-Step System: https://bit.ly/spt-spc Blurry to Tack-Sharp Photos: 4-Step System: https://bit.ly/spttacksharp ・・・ Enjoy the video? A small way to say thanks is coffee! https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee Free 45 minute "STOP Taking Boring Photos' video course: https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse FREE membership – community forum, tutorials, podcasts - https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted Recommended smartphone photography gear: https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC  ・・・ Passionate - Creative - Curious - Mike

During this enjoyable and informative conversation with Lee Cocker from the Mobile Only Photography Facebook group, we covered the below questions and more. I discovered Lee after joining his Facebook group. I was instantly impressed with both the level of engagement and the incredibly friendly and supportive culture. We discuss the benefits for everyone joining and contributing to a photography community.  Tell us about your Facebook community – who is it for, who does it attract? Why did you create this community - what did you set out to achieve (goal) with your community? Why did you choose FB over Instagram, Flicker or other options? How do you attract members – website content or appearances on other groups? How do you keep your members engaged and coming back? I see so many members commenting which is so much more valuable than the popularity likes – what do you think contributes to that culture that you and the existing members created? It takes a lot of effort to run photo themes, curate content, seek speakers and other engagement strategies… why do it – what do you personally get out of it instead of joining an existing group?  Lee is selective of who he approves access to the Facebook group... the first step in a process to create the culture. After listening/watching if you believe you are a great fit, go check out the community at Mobile Only Photography - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/372112596784060" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/372112596784060</a> ・・・ Stronger Photo Composition: 4-Step System: <a href="https://bit.ly/spt-spc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/spt-spc</a> Blurry to Tack-Sharp Photos: 4-Step System: <a href="https://bit.ly/spttacksharp" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/spttacksharp</a> ・・・ Enjoy the video? A small way to say thanks is coffee! <a href="https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee</a> Free 45 minute "STOP Taking Boring Photos' video course: <a href="https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse</a> FREE membership – community forum, tutorials, podcasts - <a href="https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted</a> Recommended smartphone photography gear: <a href="https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC </a> ・・・ Passionate - Creative - Curious - Mike

#46 Running A Mobile Photography Community - Lee Cocker

In previous tutorials, we've discussed how you can add to the storytelling and visual impact of your photos and how to be a more intentional mobile photographer. Today, we're going to take those skills and kick them up a notch so that by the end of this article, you'll be on your way to being an expert in photographic intention and storytelling. First, we'll go over the term 'photo literacy,' in detail. Then, I'll explain Bloom's Taxonomy and how you can use it to assess and improve your photo literacy. Finally, you'll learn the 'dont's' of photo literacy and how you can avoid them. Full article: https://www.smartphonephotographytraining.com/capturing-photos/photo-literacy-blooms-taxonomy ・・・ Stronger Photo Composition: 4-Step System: https://bit.ly/spt-spc Blurry to Tack-Sharp Photos: 4-Step System: https://bit.ly/spttacksharp ・・・ Enjoy the video? A small way to say thanks is coffee! https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee Free 45 minute "STOP Taking Boring Photos' video course: https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse FREE membership – community forum, tutorials, podcasts - https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted Recommended smartphone photography gear: https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC  ・・・ Passionate - Creative - Curious - Mike

In previous tutorials, we've discussed how you can <a href="https://www.smartphonephotographytraining.com/composition/isolate-the-subject" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">add to the storytelling and visual impact of your photos</a> and how to <a href="https://www.smartphonephotographytraining.com/capturing-photos/intentional" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">be a more intentional mobile photographer.</a> Today, we're going to take those skills and kick them up a notch so that by the end of this article, you'll be on your way to being an expert in photographic intention and storytelling. First, we'll go over the term 'photo literacy,' in detail. Then, I'll explain Bloom's Taxonomy and how you can use it to assess and improve your photo literacy. Finally, you'll learn the 'dont's' of photo literacy and how you can avoid them. Full article:<a href="https://www.smartphonephotographytraining.com/capturing-photos/photo-literacy-blooms-taxonomy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://www.smartphonephotographytraining.com/capturing-photos/photo-literacy-blooms-taxonomy</a> ・・・ Stronger Photo Composition: 4-Step System: <a href="https://bit.ly/spt-spc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/spt-spc</a> Blurry to Tack-Sharp Photos: 4-Step System: <a href="https://bit.ly/spttacksharp" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/spttacksharp</a> ・・・ Enjoy the video? A small way to say thanks is coffee! <a href="https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee</a> Free 45 minute "STOP Taking Boring Photos' video course: <a href="https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse</a> FREE membership – community forum, tutorials, podcasts - <a href="https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted</a> Recommended smartphone photography gear: <a href="https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC </a> ・・・ Passionate - Creative - Curious - Mike

#45 Assess Your Photo Literacy Using Bloom's Taxonomy

During this podcast episode, you will learn the tips I shared when designing and running a workshop for a hospitality team that do event and food photography for their social media accounts. Discover what to photograph and how to capture the moments. I have broken the tips into three categories: Before the event - During the event - After the event Full article: https://www.smartphonephotographytraining.com/business/business-event-photos ・・・ Stronger Photo Composition: 4-Step System: https://bit.ly/spt-spc Blurry to Tack-Sharp Photos: 4-Step System: https://bit.ly/spttacksharp ・・・ Enjoy the video? A small way to say thanks is coffee! https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee Free 45 minute "STOP Taking Boring Photos' video course: https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse FREE membership – community forum, tutorials, podcasts - https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted Recommended smartphone photography gear: https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC  ・・・ Passionate - Creative - Curious - Mike

During this podcast episode, you will learn the tips I shared when designing and running a workshop for a hospitality team that do event and food photography for their social media accounts. Discover what to photograph and how to capture the moments. I have broken the tips into three categories: Before the event - During the event - After the event Full article: <a href="https://www.smartphonephotographytraining.com/business/business-event-photos" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.smartphonephotographytraining.com/business/business-event-photos</a> ・・・ Stronger Photo Composition: 4-Step System: <a href="https://bit.ly/spt-spc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/spt-spc</a> Blurry to Tack-Sharp Photos: 4-Step System: <a href="https://bit.ly/spttacksharp" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/spttacksharp</a> ・・・ Enjoy the video? A small way to say thanks is coffee! <a href="https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee</a> Free 45 minute "STOP Taking Boring Photos' video course: <a href="https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse</a> FREE membership – community forum, tutorials, podcasts - <a href="https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted</a> Recommended smartphone photography gear: <a href="https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC </a> ・・・ Passionate - Creative - Curious - Mike

#44 30 Event Photography Killer Tips Using Your Smartphone

In this episode you and I are joined by David Addison, that YouTuber from Manchester! What... you don't know who David is?  David brings you regular YouTube videos to help you get the most out of your photography on that camera you always have with you. David also produces a podcast show on the iPhoneography Podcast Network.  During our conversation, David explains how Raw on a smartphone and iPhone is different to a mirrorless camera and why they are so good. We also discuss long exposure effect on the iPhone using apps. Sorry, Androiders... there is still some interesting topic points covered.  ・・・ Stronger Photo Composition: 4-Step System: https://bit.ly/spt-spc ・・・ David Addison's links: YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/DavidAddison1/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/pisicul_meu/ Website - https://www.pisiculmeu.com/ Podcast - https://www.youtube.com/c/TheiPhoneographyPodcastNetwork/ ・・・ Enjoy the video? A small way to say thanks is coffee! https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee Free 45 minute "STOP Taking Boring Photos' video course: https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse FREE membership – community forum, tutorials, podcasts - https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted Recommended smartphone photography gear: https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC  ・・・ Passionate - Creative - Curious  - Mike

In this episode you and I are joined by David Addison, that YouTuber from Manchester! What... you don't know who David is?  David brings you regular YouTube videos to help you get the most out of your photography on that camera you always have with you. David also produces a podcast show on the iPhoneography Podcast Network.  During our conversation, David explains how Raw on a smartphone and iPhone is different to a mirrorless camera and why they are so good. We also discuss long exposure effect on the iPhone using apps. Sorry, Androiders... there is still some interesting topic points covered.  ・・・ Stronger Photo Composition: 4-Step System: <a href="https://bit.ly/spt-spc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/spt-spc</a> ・・・ David Addison's links: YouTube - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/DavidAddison1/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/c/DavidAddison1/</a> Instagram - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/pisicul_meu/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/pisicul_meu/</a> Website - <a href="https://www.pisiculmeu.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.pisiculmeu.com/</a> Podcast - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/TheiPhoneographyPodcastNetwork/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/c/TheiPhoneographyPodcastNetwork/</a> ・・・ Enjoy the video? A small way to say thanks is coffee! <a href="https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee</a> Free 45 minute "STOP Taking Boring Photos' video course: <a href="https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse</a> FREE membership – community forum, tutorials, podcasts - <a href="https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted</a> Recommended smartphone photography gear: <a href="https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC </a> ・・・ Passionate - Creative - Curious  - Mike

#43 RAW Long Exposure on your iPhone | David Addison

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This episode is the audio extracted from a YouTube video delivered as part of a 30 day Live series on YouTube, delivering photo composition every day. I selected this episode to share on the podcast as you do not really need to see the visuals to get great value out of this one.  We explore the definition and examples of juxtaposition, contrast and the design concept figure to ground.  The most simple definition of juxtaposition is the contrast of two things. The use of the figure to ground concept in photography is having a separation between the subject (figure) and background (ground). This separation can be created through isolation or contrasts in colours, tones, textures, shapes, alignments, directions, heights, and sizes. We go deep in this one. Enjoy  ・・・  Stronger Photo Composition: 4-Step System: https://bit.ly/spt-spc ・・・  Enjoy the video? A small way to say thanks is coffee! https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee Free 45 minute "STOP Taking Boring Photos' video course: https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse  FREE membership – community forum, tutorials, podcasts - https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted  Recommended smartphone photography gear: https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC  ・・・  Passionate - Creative - Curious  - Mike

This episode is the audio extracted from a YouTube video delivered as part of a 30 day Live series on YouTube, delivering photo composition every day. I selected this episode to share on the podcast as you do not really need to see the visuals to get great value out of this one.  We explore the definition and examples of juxtaposition, contrast and the design concept figure to ground.  The most simple definition of juxtaposition is the contrast of two things. The use of the figure to ground concept in photography is having a separation between the subject (figure) and background (ground). This separation can be created through isolation or contrasts in colours, tones, textures, shapes, alignments, directions, heights, and sizes. We go deep in this one. Enjoy  ・・・  Stronger Photo Composition: 4-Step System: <a href="https://bit.ly/spt-spc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/spt-spc</a> ・・・  Enjoy the video? A small way to say thanks is coffee! <a href="https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee</a> Free 45 minute "STOP Taking Boring Photos' video course: <a href="https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse</a> FREE membership – community forum, tutorials, podcasts - <a href="https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted</a> Recommended smartphone photography gear: <a href="https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC </a> ・・・  Passionate - Creative - Curious  - Mike

#42 What Is Juxtaposition, Contrast & Figure To Ground

Smartphones have made photography more accessible than ever. Mike James invites you into the Smartphone Photography Club to be part of our education community. If you are a photo enthusiast wanting to become more creative and confident using your existing mobile device, this is the podcast for you.

So often, we do things intuitively without any thought. Taking photos on your smartphone is no different. This was an interesting exercise to actually pause and start noting the different observations and decisions pre photo. It is kind of a photo checklist that I did not realise that I was doing. I have compiled the list and included related articles and videos that expand on each tip.I have written an article to expand on the 20 pre photo checklist items mentioned in this episode at https://www.smartphonephotographytraining.com/capturing-photos/20-tip-pre-photo-checklistInside the article I have referenced related articles and videos related to each item.Here is the list:1. Clean the lens!2. What is my subject or photo intention?3. Am I close enough to emphasise the subject and still capture the context?4. Should I hold the phone vertical or horizontal?5. Is the background clutter-free and distant enough to provide depth?6. What is the light quality, direction and intensity?7. Does an alternative height or angle create a more interest perspective?8. How does this scene make me feel? Create mood through light, colour and composition?9. Where is the subject positioned and how do they interact with other elements in the frame?10. Should I use the rule of thirds or an alternative compositional technique?11. Are there available leading lines existing in the photo opportunity?12. How does my eye flow through the scene? Are there distractions pulling my attention the wrong way?13. Do I need to override the auto mode and use a camera replacement app to access manual control?14. Would this be a great opportunity to use the portrait, live focus or another mode available on my smartphone?15. Is tack-sharp focus critical in the photo?16. Do I need to shoot in RAW for extensive editing or printing or is JPEG file format sufficient (95% of the time)17. Is this intended to be a black and white image?18. Do I need to use a tripod or a lens attachment?19. Do I need this photo?20. You check the photo and are not initially satisfied. Do you need to check the list of questions again?・・・Mentioned in this episode was the two courses:Blurry to Tack-Sharp Photos: 4-Step System: https://bit.ly/spttacksharpStronger Photo Composition: 4-Step System: https://bit.ly/spt-spc ・・・Enjoy the video? A small way to say thanks is coffee! https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee Free 45 minute "STOP Taking Boring Photos' video course: https://bit.ly/sptfreecourseFREE membership – community forum, tutorials, podcasts - https://bit.ly/sptgetstartedRecommended smartphone photography gear: https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC・・・Passionate - Creative - Curious- Mike

So often, we do things intuitively without any thought. Taking photos on your smartphone is no different. This was an interesting exercise to actually pause and start noting the different observations and decisions pre photo. It is kind of a photo checklist that I did not realise that I was doing. I have compiled the list and included related articles and videos that expand on each tip. I have written an article to expand on the 20 pre photo checklist items mentioned in this episode at <a href="https://www.smartphonephotographytraining.com/capturing-photos/20-tip-pre-photo-checklist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.smartphonephotographytraining.com/capturing-photos/20-tip-pre-photo-checklist</a> Inside the article I have referenced related articles and videos related to each item. Here is the list: 1. Clean the lens! 2. What is my subject or photo intention? 3. Am I close enough to emphasise the subject and still capture the context? 4. Should I hold the phone vertical or horizontal? 5. Is the background clutter-free and distant enough to provide depth? 6. What is the light quality, direction and intensity? 7. Does an alternative height or angle create a more interest perspective? 8. How does this scene make me feel? Create mood through light, colour and composition? 9. Where is the subject positioned and how do they interact with other elements in the frame? 10. Should I use the rule of thirds or an alternative compositional technique? 11. Are there available leading lines existing in the photo opportunity? 12. How does my eye flow through the scene? Are there distractions pulling my attention the wrong way? 13. Do I need to override the auto mode and use a camera replacement app to access manual control? 14. Would this be a great opportunity to use the portrait, live focus or another mode available on my smartphone? 15. Is tack-sharp focus critical in the photo? 16. Do I need to shoot in RAW for extensive editing or printing or is JPEG file format sufficient (95% of the time) 17. Is this intended to be a black and white image? 18. Do I need to use a tripod or a lens attachment? 19. Do I need this photo? 20. You check the photo and are not initially satisfied. Do you need to check the list of questions again? ・・・ Mentioned in this episode was the two courses: Blurry to Tack-Sharp Photos: 4-Step System: <a href="https://bit.ly/spttacksharp" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/spttacksharp</a> Stronger Photo Composition: 4-Step System: <a href="https://bit.ly/spt-spc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/spt-spc</a>  ・・・ Enjoy the video? A small way to say thanks is coffee! <a href="https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee</a>  Free 45 minute "STOP Taking Boring Photos' video course: <a href="https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse</a> FREE membership – community forum, tutorials, podcasts - <a href="https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted</a> Recommended smartphone photography gear: <a href="https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC</a> ・・・ Passionate - Creative - Curious - Mike

#41 20 Question Pre Photo Checklist

Learn about my setup for macro photography on the smartphone. There is no perfect solution for every photo. Having a flexible tripod, a second that holds the smartphone at ground level and an option to attach lights for side or fill lighting is a pretty awesome combination.  Watch the YouTube live video of this setup explained at https://youtu.be/bfhW7y03lsc Ulanzi ST-03 phone tripod mount - https://bit.ly/sptphoneholder Ulanzi MT-33 octopus tripod with phone clamp - https://bit.ly/spttripod Ulanzi VL49 rechargeable mini RGB light - https://bit.ly/sptrgblight Ulanzi UURig R062 Photographic Magic Arm - https://bit.ly/sptmagicarm Ulanzi PT-12 Triple Cold Shoe Mount - https://bit.ly/sptcoldshoe MeFoto... now Benro - https://www.mefoto.com ・・・ Enjoy the video? A small way to say thanks is coffee! https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee  Free 45 minute "STOP Taking Boring Photos' video course: https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse FREE membership – community forum, tutorials, podcasts - https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted Recommended smartphone photography gear: https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC ・・・ Passionate - Creative - Curious - Mike

Learn about my setup for macro photography on the smartphone. There is no perfect solution for every photo. Having a flexible tripod, a second that holds the smartphone at ground level and an option to attach lights for side or fill lighting is a pretty awesome combination.  Watch the YouTube live video of this setup explained at <a href="https://youtu.be/bfhW7y03lsc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/bfhW7y03lsc</a> Ulanzi ST-03 phone tripod mount - <a href="https://bit.ly/sptphoneholder" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptphoneholder</a> Ulanzi MT-33 octopus tripod with phone clamp - <a href="https://bit.ly/spttripod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/spttripod</a> Ulanzi VL49 rechargeable mini RGB light - <a href="https://bit.ly/sptrgblight" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptrgblight</a> Ulanzi UURig R062 Photographic Magic Arm - <a href="https://bit.ly/sptmagicarm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptmagicarm</a> Ulanzi PT-12 Triple Cold Shoe Mount - <a href="https://bit.ly/sptcoldshoe" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptcoldshoe</a> MeFoto... now Benro - <a href="https://www.mefoto.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mefoto.com</a> ・・・ Enjoy the video? A small way to say thanks is coffee! <a href="https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee </a> Free 45 minute "STOP Taking Boring Photos' video course: <a href="https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse</a> FREE membership – community forum, tutorials, podcasts - <a href="https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted</a> Recommended smartphone photography gear: <a href="https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC</a> ・・・ Passionate - Creative - Curious - Mike

#40 Mobile Macro Photography Tripod Setup

Isolation occurs when your subject stands out in a photo by itself, pulling the viewer's attention. To achieve isolation, you can shoot with a low angle where the background behind the subject is the sky, one of the easiest capture techniques for this method. Another way you can isolate the subject is to create separation from the background. This can include utilizing a contrasting background, a blurred background, or a muted background; all are designed to bring the attention back to the subject. This podcast episode includes a YouTube recording as part of a 30-day series discussing composition techniques and tools. You can check out the video playlist at - https://youtu.be/58UffLd81lA These daily videos are content from my Stronger Photo Composition: 4-Step System. The new way of learning and applying composition avoids the overwhelm of over 100 compositional techniques and empower you to be more intuitive in creating your next favourite photos on any device; iPhone, Android smartphone, mobile device, DSLR or mirrorless camera. ・・・ Live photo composition tips for 30 days - https://youtu.be/58UffLd81lA Learn more about the Stronger Photo Composition: 4-Step System: https://bit.ly/spt-spc ・・・ Enjoy the video? A small way to say thanks is coffee! https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee  Free 45 minute "STOP Taking Boring Photos' video course: https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse FREE membership – community forum, tutorials, podcasts - https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted Recommended smartphone photography gear: https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC ・・・ Passionate - Creative - Curious - Mike

Isolation occurs when your subject stands out in a photo by itself, pulling the viewer's attention. To achieve isolation, you can shoot with a low angle where the background behind the subject is the sky, one of the easiest capture techniques for this method. Another way you can isolate the subject is to create separation from the background. This can include utilizing a contrasting background, a blurred background, or a muted background; all are designed to bring the attention back to the subject. This podcast episode includes a YouTube recording as part of a 30-day series discussing composition techniques and tools. You can check out the video playlist at - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=58UffLd81lA&amp;t=0s" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/58UffLd81lA</a> These daily videos are content from my Stronger Photo Composition: 4-Step System. The new way of learning and applying composition avoids the overwhelm of over 100 compositional techniques and empower you to be more intuitive in creating your next favourite photos on any device; iPhone, Android smartphone, mobile device, DSLR or mirrorless camera. ・・・ Live photo composition tips for 30 days - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=58UffLd81lA&amp;t=0s" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/58UffLd81lA</a> Learn more about the Stronger Photo Composition: 4-Step System: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&amp;redir_token=QUFFLUhqbVdzTkJPUXBqR0FxVWJXbEF5bnFkRTVNTHNUQXxBQ3Jtc0tsdXBTU0pPeVRRYk94V3ZfeXRCcF9fUjQ0TzU0SzVtaG9kWUtMLWZrckFpV3Z1a2ZZVG5hSFpORUNpNWo1N0JuZkJDVUhsZzNFeEswUEF1d2J5N0lpY2tNUlZWNHRKUlpzNkcxQnpUbFFkdlVFaXdWQQ&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2Fspt-spc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/spt-spc</a> ・・・ Enjoy the video? A small way to say thanks is coffee! <a href="https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee </a> Free 45 minute "STOP Taking Boring Photos' video course: <a href="https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse</a> FREE membership – community forum, tutorials, podcasts - <a href="https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted</a> Recommended smartphone photography gear: <a href="https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC</a> ・・・ Passionate - Creative - Curious - Mike

#39 - Isolatation - Day 27/30 Live Photo Composition Series On YouTube

Cropping is one of the most powerful techniques you can use to create compositional opportunities. The crop tool also serves a practical purpose, as it allows you to zoom into a photo and change the aspect ratio to accommodate different printing or posting options. Most importantly, cropping helps to recompose a photo to communicate our intention, story and creativity better. ✔︎ Aspects - Aspect ratios Cropping to different aspects, or aspect ratios, allows you to optimize photos for different outputs. For example, 16:9 is perfect for display on a TV. I crop to this horizontal landscape to display most of my photos on the TV. Conversely, cropping photos to a square aspect, 1:1, makes them the perfect size to post on your Instagram feed. Depending on how you display your photos and whether you intend to print them, you can adjust your frame dimension to match photo frames, digital displays, and more. ✔︎ Remove distractions You can remove distracting subjects and speckles of bright light from the edges by cropping your photos a little tighter (closer). ✔︎ Isolating the subject Cut out sections of the photo to isolate the subject from a distracting background. A more prominent subject helps to communicate your message plainly and makes it easier to interpret in the photo. ✔︎ Symmetry and balance Using the crop tool, you can also reposition subjects in relation to the frame to create and improve balance for a more aesthetically pleasing photo. ✔︎ People Cropping in closer can elevate the viewers' feelings of intimacy and familiarity with the subject. In portrait photography, for example, cropping can make the subjects' eyes appear closer to the camera, enabling that contact with the viewer. If you have photos featuring awkward hand or leg positions, you can use the crop tool to remove the offending limb or, if you prefer, the entire person from the photo. ・・・ Learn more about the Stronger Photo Composition: 4-Step System: https://bit.ly/spt-spc ・・・ Enjoy the video? A small way to say thanks is coffee! https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee  Free 45 minute "STOP Taking Boring Photos' video course: https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse FREE membership – community forum, tutorials, podcasts - https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted Recommended smartphone photography gear: https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC ・・・ Passionate - Creative - Curious - Mike

Cropping is one of the most powerful techniques you can use to create compositional opportunities. The crop tool also serves a practical purpose, as it allows you to zoom into a photo and change the aspect ratio to accommodate different printing or posting options. Most importantly, cropping helps to recompose a photo to communicate our intention, story and creativity better. ✔︎ Aspects - Aspect ratios Cropping to different aspects, or aspect ratios, allows you to optimize photos for different outputs. For example, 16:9 is perfect for display on a TV. I crop to this horizontal landscape to display most of my photos on the TV. Conversely, cropping photos to a square aspect, 1:1, makes them the perfect size to post on your Instagram feed. Depending on how you display your photos and whether you intend to print them, you can adjust your frame dimension to match photo frames, digital displays, and more. ✔︎ Remove distractions You can remove distracting subjects and speckles of bright light from the edges by cropping your photos a little tighter (closer). ✔︎ Isolating the subject Cut out sections of the photo to isolate the subject from a distracting background. A more prominent subject helps to communicate your message plainly and makes it easier to interpret in the photo. ✔︎ Symmetry and balance Using the crop tool, you can also reposition subjects in relation to the frame to create and improve balance for a more aesthetically pleasing photo. ✔︎ People Cropping in closer can elevate the viewers' feelings of intimacy and familiarity with the subject. In portrait photography, for example, cropping can make the subjects' eyes appear closer to the camera, enabling that contact with the viewer. If you have photos featuring awkward hand or leg positions, you can use the crop tool to remove the offending limb or, if you prefer, the entire person from the photo. ・・・ Learn more about the Stronger Photo Composition: 4-Step System: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&amp;redir_token=QUFFLUhqbVdzTkJPUXBqR0FxVWJXbEF5bnFkRTVNTHNUQXxBQ3Jtc0tsdXBTU0pPeVRRYk94V3ZfeXRCcF9fUjQ0TzU0SzVtaG9kWUtMLWZrckFpV3Z1a2ZZVG5hSFpORUNpNWo1N0JuZkJDVUhsZzNFeEswUEF1d2J5N0lpY2tNUlZWNHRKUlpzNkcxQnpUbFFkdlVFaXdWQQ&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2Fspt-spc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/spt-spc</a> ・・・ Enjoy the video? A small way to say thanks is coffee! <a href="https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee </a> Free 45 minute "STOP Taking Boring Photos' video course: <a href="https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse</a> FREE membership – community forum, tutorials, podcasts - <a href="https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted</a> Recommended smartphone photography gear: <a href="https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC</a> ・・・ Passionate - Creative - Curious - Mike

#38 Cropping - the most powerful photo composition tool

These are my favourite photography channels broken up into these groups:  ✔︎ Smartphone-photography specific channels  ✔︎ Photo composition channels  ✔︎ Creative ideas for your photography  ✔︎ Macro photography channels  ✔︎ Mobile photo editing tutorials  ✔︎ Creativity &amp; storytelling channels  ✔︎ Photoshop &amp; Lightroom (some tips are transferrable to mobile)  ✔︎ General photography (non-smartphone) tutorials  ✔︎ Lastly, subscribe to this channel! ・・・ Enjoy the video? A small way to say thanks is coffee! https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee  Free 45 minute "STOP Taking Boring Photos' video course: https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse FREE membership – community forum, tutorials, podcasts - https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted Recommended smartphone photography gear: https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC ・・・ Passionate - Creative - Curious - Mike

These are my favourite photography channels broken up into these groups:  ✔︎ Smartphone-photography specific channels  ✔︎ Photo composition channels  ✔︎ Creative ideas for your photography  ✔︎ Macro photography channels  ✔︎ Mobile photo editing tutorials  ✔︎ Creativity &amp; storytelling channels  ✔︎ Photoshop &amp; Lightroom (some tips are transferrable to mobile)  ✔︎ General photography (non-smartphone) tutorials  ✔︎ Lastly, subscribe to this channel! ・・・ Enjoy the video? A small way to say thanks is coffee! <a href="https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee </a> Free 45 minute "STOP Taking Boring Photos' video course: <a href="https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse</a> FREE membership – community forum, tutorials, podcasts - <a href="https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted</a> Recommended smartphone photography gear: <a href="https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC</a> ・・・ Passionate - Creative - Curious - Mike

#37 Photography Channels That I Follow On YouTube

Question: Do you struggle with photo composition? Do you find yourself limited by the same photo compositional techniques and rules? Answer: I did too. Despite working professionally as a photographer, I often wrestled with feeling confident in my creativity. Even with a technical learning background and 20 years of experience in the field, creativity often felt like a kind of elusive creature. I knew it existed, but it always felt beyond my reach. Until one day, while on an outing with a fellow photographer, I had a kind of epiphany. I realized, if I could master composition, then creativity would follow naturally. So Many Composition Techniques - Information Overload I knew that photo composition was the key to creating more compelling photos and feeling more creative. So I set about learning as much about composition as possible. I spent hours upon hours studying composition techniques in photography, painting, drawing, and other arts. I went from unaware to researching over 60 different photo composition techniques in excruciating detail. I felt as if I had to learn and master every composition technique I could find to unlock my creativity with 'the perfect composition.' Quickly, I became overwhelmed. I had all the knowledge, a foolproof blueprint for discovering and developing creativity, but I found myself stumped yet again. I'd be out on a shoot with a beautiful scene in front of me, and still, I couldn't decide which technique I should apply. Just like learning how to craft a well-written story, photo composition is a lifelong pursuit that requires study, practice, and inspiration to master. Step 1: Prepare the Camera Every good story needs a strong opening, and photography is no different. How you position your camera isn't just the vital first step to developing composition, it's also an opportunity to hone your style and show off your sense of originality. Step 2: Position the Subject In the same way that an author has to develop characters through detailed descriptions and their interactions with others, photographers are responsible for positioning the subject in a way that connects with the viewer. Step 3: Position the Supporting Elements Try to think of the position of your supporting elements in the same way that a writer would approach their plot development through effective dialogue. Step 4 - Edit to direct viewer attention The last step in finalizing a piece of writing, photography, or really, almost any other form of art, is to edit. When done correctly, the editing process serves as the final satisfying conclusion to your story. ・・・ Learn More at https://bit.ly/spt-spc ・・・ Enjoy the video? A small way to say thanks is coffee! https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee  Free 45 minute "STOP Taking Boring Photos' video course: https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse FREE membership – community forum, tutorials, podcasts - https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted Recommended smartphone photography gear: https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC ・・・ Be passionate, Be creative and Stay curious - Mike

Question: Do you struggle with photo composition? Do you find yourself limited by the same photo compositional techniques and rules? Answer: I did too. Despite working professionally as a photographer, I often wrestled with feeling confident in my creativity. Even with a technical learning background and 20 years of experience in the field, creativity often felt like a kind of elusive creature. I knew it existed, but it always felt beyond my reach. Until one day, while on an outing with a fellow photographer, I had a kind of epiphany. I realized, if I could master composition, then creativity would follow naturally. So Many Composition Techniques - Information Overload I knew that photo composition was the key to creating more compelling photos and feeling more creative. So I set about learning as much about composition as possible. I spent hours upon hours studying composition techniques in photography, painting, drawing, and other arts. I went from unaware to researching over 60 different photo composition techniques in excruciating detail. I felt as if I had to learn and master every composition technique I could find to unlock my creativity with 'the perfect composition.' Quickly, I became overwhelmed. I had all the knowledge, a foolproof blueprint for discovering and developing creativity, but I found myself stumped yet again. I'd be out on a shoot with a beautiful scene in front of me, and still, I couldn't decide which technique I should apply. Just like learning how to craft a well-written story, photo composition is a lifelong pursuit that requires study, practice, and inspiration to master. Step 1: Prepare the Camera Every good story needs a strong opening, and photography is no different. How you position your camera isn't just the vital first step to developing composition, it's also an opportunity to hone your style and show off your sense of originality. Step 2: Position the Subject In the same way that an author has to develop characters through detailed descriptions and their interactions with others, photographers are responsible for positioning the subject in a way that connects with the viewer. Step 3: Position the Supporting Elements Try to think of the position of your supporting elements in the same way that a writer would approach their plot development through effective dialogue. Step 4 - Edit to direct viewer attention The last step in finalizing a piece of writing, photography, or really, almost any other form of art, is to edit. When done correctly, the editing process serves as the final satisfying conclusion to your story. ・・・ Learn More at <a href="https://bit.ly/spt-spc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/spt-spc</a> ・・・ Enjoy the video? A small way to say thanks is coffee! <a href="https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee </a> Free 45 minute "STOP Taking Boring Photos' video course: <a href="https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse</a> FREE membership – community forum, tutorials, podcasts - <a href="https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted</a> Recommended smartphone photography gear: <a href="https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC</a> ・・・ Be passionate, Be creative and Stay curious - Mike

#36 Improve Photo Composition by Stacking Techniques

Shayne joins us to discuss the amazing iPhone 13 Pro Max videos he has been sharing on his YouTube channel at Shayne Mostyn Mobile Photograph. He shared several of his favourite astrophotography photos created on several different smartphones. Shayne provided a deep step-by-step guide of his photo preparation, capture and editing process.  ・・・ Shayne's links  https://www.youtube.com/c/ShayneMostynMobilePhotography  https://www.phonephotoschool.com.au ・・・ Enjoy the video? A small way to say thanks is coffee! https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee  Free 45 minute "STOP Taking Boring Photos' video course: https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse FREE membership – community forum, tutorials, podcasts - https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted Recommended smartphone photography gear: https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC ・・・ Be passionate, Be creative and Stay curious - Mike

Shayne joins us to discuss the amazing iPhone 13 Pro Max videos he has been sharing on his YouTube channel at Shayne Mostyn Mobile Photograph. He shared several of his favourite astrophotography photos created on several different smartphones. Shayne provided a deep step-by-step guide of his photo preparation, capture and editing process.  ・・・ Shayne's links  <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/ShayneMostynMobilePhotography" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/c/ShayneMostynMobilePhotography</a> <a href="https://www.phonephotoschool.com.au" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.phonephotoschool.com.au</a> ・・・ Enjoy the video? A small way to say thanks is coffee! <a href="https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee </a> Free 45 minute "STOP Taking Boring Photos' video course: <a href="https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse</a> FREE membership – community forum, tutorials, podcasts - <a href="https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted</a> Recommended smartphone photography gear: <a href="https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC</a> ・・・ Be passionate, Be creative and Stay curious - Mike

#35 Shayne Mostyn Mobile Photography - Astrophotography iPhone 13 Pro Max & Android

Greg McMillan

Greg McMillan from the iPhoneography Podcast Network joined me to discuss his journey from DSLR to iPhone - what he loves about smartphone photography - and break down a few of his favourite photos. Learn about Greg's photo preparation, capture and editing process ・・・ Greg's links https://iphoneography.ca/ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mcmillan ・・・ Enjoy the video? A small way to say thanks is coffee! https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee  Free 45 minute "STOP Taking Boring Photos' video course: https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse FREE membership – community forum, tutorials, podcasts - https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted Recommended smartphone photography gear: https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC ・・・ Be passionate, Be creative and Stay curious - Mike

Greg McMillan from the iPhoneography Podcast Network joined me to discuss his journey from DSLR to iPhone - what he loves about smartphone photography - and break down a few of his favourite photos. Learn about Greg's photo preparation, capture and editing process ・・・ Greg's links <a href="https://iphoneography.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://iphoneography.ca/</a> <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mcmillan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mcmillan</a> ・・・ Enjoy the video? A small way to say thanks is coffee! <a href="https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee </a> Free 45 minute "STOP Taking Boring Photos' video course: <a href="https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse</a> FREE membership – community forum, tutorials, podcasts - <a href="https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted</a> Recommended smartphone photography gear: <a href="https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC</a> ・・・ Be passionate, Be creative and Stay curious - Mike

#34 iPhoneography Podcast Host Greg McMillan - Favourite Photos Explained

In this episode, we discuss using your phone for taking car photos. This could be to help sell your vehicle or make use of a readily available subject to practice being creative. Car photography can be boring, because they are boring, inanimate objects. We want our car photos to stand out. Tips covered: capture techniques - lighting - background - angles - interior shots - editing - buyer persona and journey. ・・・ Enjoy the video? A small way to say thanks is coffee! https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee  Free 45 minute "STOP Taking Boring Photos' video course: https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse FREE membership – community forum, tutorials, podcasts - https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted Recommended smartphone photography gear: https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC ・・・ Be passionate, Be creative and Stay curious - Mike

In this episode, we discuss using your phone for taking car photos. This could be to help sell your vehicle or make use of a readily available subject to practice being creative. Car photography can be boring, because they are boring, inanimate objects. We want our car photos to stand out. Tips covered: capture techniques - lighting - background - angles - interior shots - editing - buyer persona and journey. ・・・ Enjoy the video? A small way to say thanks is coffee! <a href="https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee </a> Free 45 minute "STOP Taking Boring Photos' video course: <a href="https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse</a> FREE membership – community forum, tutorials, podcasts - <a href="https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted</a> Recommended smartphone photography gear: <a href="https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC</a> ・・・ Be passionate, Be creative and Stay curious - Mike

#33 40 Tips To Take Better Car Photos With Your Smartphone

Apple unveiled the iPhone 13 model lineup at today's event. After being thoroughly immersed in the event, I noted my favourite technical specifications, camera hardware upgrades, exciting new features and compiled a list of what I love. Hope you find this as interesting as I did. Let me know. ・・・ Enjoy the video? A small way to say thanks is coffee! https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee  Free 45 minute "STOP Taking Boring Photos' video course: https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse FREE membership – community forum, tutorials, podcasts - https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted Recommended smartphone photography gear: https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC ・・・ Also mentioned was the Apple event itself https://www.apple.com/au/apple-events/september-2021/ The iPhoneography podcast - David Addison Show: Interview with Halide developer Ben Sandofsky - https://youtu.be/dzWh5LX34d4  Be passionate, Be creative and Stay curious - Mike

Apple unveiled the iPhone 13 model lineup at today's event. After being thoroughly immersed in the event, I noted my favourite technical specifications, camera hardware upgrades, exciting new features and compiled a list of what I love. Hope you find this as interesting as I did. Let me know. ・・・ Enjoy the video? A small way to say thanks is coffee! <a href="https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/buymikecoffee </a> Free 45 minute "STOP Taking Boring Photos' video course: <a href="https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptfreecourse</a> FREE membership – community forum, tutorials, podcasts - <a href="https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/sptgetstarted</a> Recommended smartphone photography gear: <a href="https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3gv9JuC</a> ・・・ Also mentioned was the Apple event itself <a href="https://www.apple.com/au/apple-events/september-2021/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.apple.com/au/apple-events/september-2021/</a> The iPhoneography podcast - David Addison Show: Interview with Halide developer Ben Sandofsky - <a href="https://youtu.be/dzWh5LX34d4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/dzWh5LX34d4</a> Be passionate, Be creative and Stay curious - Mike

#32 All New iPhone 13 Cameras Released - I Want One!

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