Learn how LED lighting can be used in macro photography to control direction, brightness, colour and contrast. Explore practical lighting setups and creative techniques using continuous light.
How to photograph a watch – Watch on YouTube Watches are sought after for their unique designs and fine detail. A lot of effort goes into showing off these details, especially when it comes to product photography. In this article we are going to explore how to photograph a watch! How to photograph a watch.…
Realistic Toy Car Photography Tutorial – Watch on YouTube Car photography is an appealing pastime and even a lucrative career… however not everybody has a Lamborghini or Aston Martin lying around to practice with. This is where diecast model cars can be a fantastic stand-in. There are a few things to consider though, so we’re…
We love to showcase the amazing work of our customers, their story, and their experiences with our products. In this article, Jacki Gordon shares with us how she was inspired to start creating her popular series of miniature photographs during covid lockdown. Totie Photies Miniature Photography with Jacki Gordon Jacki Gordon Website Instagram About the…
How to photograph your own Iris – Watch on YouTube A question we get asked often by Iris Photography enthusiasts – What is the best lighting for Iris Photography? Flash or Continuous? How about placement and distance from the eye? In this article, we’re going to answer those questions for those of you wanting to…
Colourful and Creative Ice Macro Photography – Watch on YouTube Ice macro photography is a notoriously difficult subject. To photograph the interesting structure of the ice, you first need to see past the wet, reflective exterior. Then there is the issue of depth and getting things in focus. Lastly, there’s a time limit! Ice doesn’t…
How to create abstract photos using chocolate wrappers – Watch on YouTube One thing that’s always abundant around Christmas time is chocolate. They come in all kinds of unique and interesting-looking packaging. In this article, we’re going to look at how to create abstract photos using these left over chocolate wrappers. How to create abstract…
Colourful Abstract art using lightbulb macro photography – Watch on YouTube Light bulbs make very unique photography subjects for obvious reasons. In today’s lightbulb macro photography tutorial we will be focusing on creating abstract art using the reflections of the glass. Additionally, older bulbs have tiny filaments that are interesting and challenging to capture. Lighting…
Leaf Skeleton Macro Photography – Watch on YouTube We have photographed a lot of leaves over the years, but none quite like this. Leaf skeletons are leaves that have had their veins preserved. The process removes most of the leaf, leaving only the “skeleton”. The results can be dyed, and look spectacular under a macro…
Fossilised Shark Tooth Macro Photography – Watch on YouTube Let’s get our teeth stuck into something new, or rather… old! Fossilised shark tooth macro photography is not a phrase you will hear every day. Shark teeth are not common household items, and are not easy to come by naturally (in most parts of the world),…
How to Automate focus stacking using the MIOPS Slider+ – Watch on YouTube In this article, we will be taking a look at how to automate focus stacking using the MIOPS Slider+. Manual focus stacking can be time-consuming and tedious, and often lead to sub-par results due to manual error. The folks are MIOPS know…
