Conceptual self portraits: Turn your ideas into powerful images

Conceptual self portraits: Turn your ideas into powerful images

Self-portraiture is a powerful form of artistic expression that allows you to explore emotions and experiences through photography. Conceptual self-portraits convey complex ideas and narratives through symbolism, composition and creative elements. In this article, I explain how to find ideas and develop concepts for compelling conceptual self-portraits.

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Photography Basics 2: How to use shutter speed and ISO
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Photography Basics 2: How to use shutter speed and ISO

After looking at the aperture last week, this week’s blog post is dedicated to shutter speed and ISO.

Once you understand all of these three camera settings, you’ll be able to confidently shoot in manual mode, which gives you so many more creative options than just using auto mode.

In today’s article, I will first explain what the ISO rating is and how to choose the right one. I will then talk about shutter speed and the exposure triangle. Lastly, I’ll share some great creative uses of shutter speed, e.g. creating motion blur and panning shots.

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Photography Basics 1: Aperture and Depth of Field explained

Photography Basics 1: Aperture and Depth of Field explained

Would you like to start shooting in manual mode, but are not sure how to set the right aperture?

Would you like to understand the relationship between aperture and depth of field?

Would you love to know how to create those beautiful portraits with a blurry background/bokeh effect?

Then read my new post where I discuss all things aperture!

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Symbolism in Photography: How to create photographs with meaning
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Symbolism in Photography: How to create photographs with meaning

Symbolism has a long-standing tradition in painting and visual art and is a great tool for making your photography more visually interesting. In this week’s post, I look at symbolism in photography - what exactly symbolism means and how to use symbols in your images. Finally, I’ll share some common symbols, from objects to shapes and animals.

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How to take better self portraits

How to take better self portraits

Taking self portraits is hard because you are photographer and model at the same time!

Don’t let this put you off though - taking self portraits is also an incredibly fun and rewarding activity.

If you want to learn to take better self portraits, read my new blog post now where I share five tips for improving your self portrait photography.

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