I’ve been living in the Central African region for over six years now. I’ve seen pretty much everything from amazing landscapes, beautiful people, malnourished children, poverty, armed conflict, extremely talented artists, breathtaking innovation, very impressive fashion shows, creativity awards.
There are five different aspects of phone photography you need to know in order to take better photos with your phone. I discuss them in-depth in my Master Class, but here is a high-level overview.
How is a visual storyteller different from a photographer? I’ve been asked this question before. Here is a simple explanation: By definition, I am a photographer. But what I DO is visual storytelling.
How often do you miss the moment you wanted to capture with your iPhone? It’s so frustrating to see a moment unfolding right in front of you—but you can’t take the photo quickly enough!
Even professional photographers benefit from editing their photos. This can be done very easily using filters—like the ones available for Lightroom—or by manually editing your photo.
For some people, photos are their only window to the world. And as a visual storyteller, it is my personal responsibility to tell stories through my lens with dignity.
I’m going to lay out a few tips that will help take your vacation photos to the next level. And you have some time to practice before the big day!
I share five tips to ensure that even in low light, you’re snapping the best photos possible with your smartphone!
You want to take better photos with your phone—I hear you! And while a lot of it comes down to the photographer and how much practice they put into taking photos, there is one trick many professional photographers use when taking smartphone photos.
Part of being a visual storyteller is capturing stories as they happen in real time, wherever you are. And sometimes, that means telling stories through street photography.
When it comes to photography, it’s important to remember a few rules and guidelines to ensure an enjoyable experience for everyone involved.
A portrait is a photograph of a person that captures the subject’s personality and attitude. A good portrait engages you, it draws you in immediately.
I know it can be hard to put down the filters—but these tips are bound to help make the transition easier!
There is no story or moment that feels bigger than the birth of a child!
Undoubtedly one of the best perks of digital and phone photography is you no longer need to be concerned with how many photos you snap.
These guidelines and tips are ever-evolving and many in the photography community are able to debate the ethics of photojournalism, street photography, and humanitarian photography all day.
Stay true to heart-centered ethics as you carry your camera into different cultures and locations! Here’s what I mean by that.
Like anything simple and beautiful, there are quite a few techniques and tips to ensure your black and white photo is telling the story that you want it to.
Taking selfies can be a great exercise in both self-discovery and honing your photography skills.
