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Visual Storytelling With Pictures

Photojournalism and the words ‘visual storytelling’ go hand to hand as the former’s visual cues will establish the story in the mind of the viewers. The forms might be different and there may be instances where art as a medium is used to create strong compelling images to make an impact. The big picture being the ways people can use to tell a story, and in this case its images.

To Look Out For In Photojournalism

There are specific camera features that one needs for every different genre and photojournalism is no exception. Photojournalism is an extremely gruelling task where the camera and the photographer have to be constantly alert to take photos in just the right moment and to do so, the camera has to perform tasks at the blink of an eye. In this article we will discuss the features a photojournalist should look out for in a camera for this particular genre.

Motorola Launches The G6 And The G6 Play Smartphones In India

Motorola launched the next-gen Moto G devices in India with the Moto G6 and Moto G6 Play.

Shooting Portraits In The Sun

We all have thought on a sunny day of going out on a sunny day with friends and trying to shoot their portraits, only to find uneven light on their faces leading to not so good portraits. Many beginners think that a sunny day will produce the best images but in reality a cloudy day is far better for shooting portraits than in the sun. In this article, we will discuss why a cloudy day is better, and talk about how one can still shoot great portraits in the sun.

Macro Photography In Monsoons

Monsoon is about to hit the doors and everything around will change, soon to be fresh and new. A new lease of life takes over the nature and everything looks so beautiful. Of course, this is also the time to pick up your cameras, amateurs, hobbyists and pros alike. The season gives one of the best reasons to step out and shoot some brilliant images.

Monsoon Photography Tips

With the monsoon season around the corner, there is no better time than now to prepare yourself for the rain. Many photographers tend to avoid stepping out with their camera gear in the rain. however, if done with proper precaution and care, monsoon is one of the best times to do photography. in line with the theme of the issue, we decided to give our readers some monsoon photography tips that would prepare them to shoot in this gorgeous season.

Garasia Adivasi Mela Mount Abu

India is the seventh largest country in the world, and for a country with such a huge population of people belonging to various religions, cultures and traditions, is bound to celebrate a variety of festivities at different times of the year.

The Men Behind Ramlila

Ramlila is the dramatic re-enactment of the well known ancient hindu epic Ramayana written by the Hindu sage Valmiki, which narrates the life of Shri Ram Chandra, the legendary prince of Kosala Kingdom in poetry form.

All About Filters

If you are into photography and been using DSLR cameras for a while now, you will know exactly what a filter is. A filter is usually a square or round piece of glass which is attached to the front of a lens.

What Is Micro Four-Thirds System?

When discussing sensor sizes with other photographers, we realised that APSC and full frame sensors are the only two options that most photographers consider when buying cameras. With our recent youtube video on the Panasonic GH5, we decided it was high time we educated amateurs as well as some professional photographers on what micro four third cameras are and what their advantages and disadvantages are.

InFocus Vision 3

In a rapidly growing market that is dominated by Redmi, Samsung, OnePlus, Apple, Oppo, Vivo and so on, the name InFocus hardly rings a bell, yet.

Passion For Fashion

From working at a small photolab to going on to become one of India’s most prolific fashion and commercial photographers, Tarun Vishwa has come a long way. He once assisted other photographers in the industry, but today is shooting models and celebrities for renowned fashion magazines and brands himself. This month, we talk to him to know more about how he went on to become one of the most sought after photographers in the industry.

Expert Tips For Shooting Ultimate Long Exposure Photos

Long exposure Photography as you might know is a form of photography and from the past few years it has gained a lot of popularity among all photographers and hobbyists.

Decoding GST For The Imaging Industry

In many ways 1st July 2017 will etch its way in India’s history as a monumental change and reform in India’s taxation regime. Many call it ‘THE’ biggest move after India’s independence while others haven’t welcomed it with open arms. Whatever you may call it, an opportunity or a challenge, it is clear that the introduction of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) by the Government is one of the biggest moves in India’s existence. In this article Bhavya Desai decodes GST, its opportunities, impact and the implications on the imaging industry.

Importance of Wedding Photographers

Wedding photography is one of the largest photography genres employing thousands of people in every country every year. the cash flow for the Wedding photography industry is substantially more than other photography genres. then Why do Wedding photographers complain that their trade or skill is not as appreciated by the industry? let’s break doWn the theory and find out.

Wedding Photo Journalism

The wedding day is one of the most important days of one’s life. Lavish arrangements are made, and you’re surrounded by everyone near and dear to you, and you would want to remember the day for the entire life. Photographing weddings is the only way you can preserve the memories for the future. Wedding photography caters to all these special needs of a wedding. Wedding photographers are specialised in shooting weddings and they know exactly what to do. Everyone has a style of shooting and it would differ from person to person. Choosing a style for the wedding pictures is a headache though. The clients mostly have no idea of what they want and so sometimes it leads to confusion on both ends. If you or anyone you know is getting married, helping them choose a style of wedding photos would be of great help.

Tips For Long Exposure Photography

Long exposure photography is a genre that is often associated with fine art photography, due to those surreal effects we can create in a photograph. It is different and demands patience, with a understanding of composition. It has become very popular in the last couple of years.

Gangaur - Rajasthan

The different states of India exhibit varied cultures and traditions and some places, and people do leave a lasting impression.

The Thirst For Travel

Growing up in Nigeria, studying in America and photographing the polar regions, Lola Akinmade Åkerström’s journey has been an exhilarating one. With a degree and a career specialising in Geographic information Systems, she is today one of the foremost travel photographers in the world. Her work has appeared in National Geographic Traveler, BBC, CNN, The Guardian, Travel + leisure, Slate, Lonely Planet, Fodor's, National Geographic Channel, several in-flight magazines, New York Times online. She has also bagged a number of awards, including winning the 2018 Travel Photographer of the Year Bill Muster Award. She talks to us about her experiences over the years, battling institutionalised racism, and her undying love of capturing cultures through her lens.

The Wandering Soul

After quitting her corporate job of over seven years as a software engineer, she took to her passion – travel.

Folie À Deux Over Triple Talaq Bill

Instant “Triple Talaq” or “Talaq-e-Biddat” is an Islamic practice that allows men to divorce their wives immediately by uttering the word “talaq” (divorce) thrice.

Different Ways To Display Wedding Photographs

We hire photographers and videographers and spend a lot of money to make memories of our special day and preserve them for life. In the days of film photography, photographers would provide small 5x7 (usually) prints and you would then have to buy and create your own album. Gone are those days as new and creative ways are being explored to find an apt medium to display and share your photographs. In this article, we will discuss different ways in which you can display or share your wedding photographs with your family and friends.

Understanding Natural Light Wedding Photography

Natural light photography has become wildly popular for some years now and photographers have been shooting in natural light which creates some amazing images without having to worry about external lighting.

Wedding Photographer's Post-Production Workflow

A wedding photographer is a busy person. He/she is responsible not only for shooting memorable images, but also to make sure the images stay safe and in various mediums. Post-production is very important, specially in wedding photography and it begins the moment the images are shot. The process is simple and depends a lot on the photographer’s preferences and his methods of the work-flow, but the final goal is to deliver the client what they want. If you are starting out in wedding photography or just want to make things better for you after shooting, we have some tips for you to make things more effective.

Using The Environment For Wedding Photographs

Destination weddings have become extremely common as more and more people are spending enormous amounts of money on their weddings.

Low-Light Wedding Photography

Low or very less ambient light is a big issue when it comes to photography. Poor, dimly lit situations demand special care so that one can keep shooting without having to worry much about the loss of image quality and final results.

The Moments That Matter

Having spent five years as a newspaper photographer, he moved to wedding photography in 2005. Since then he has photographed weddings full time, travelling a lot, teaching workshops and falling in love with colour photography. He is constantly pushing the envelope of wedding photography to the next level, and was awarded the prestigious Photographer of the Year award in 2016 by the Wedding Photojournalist Association. This month, we interview San Diego-based wedding photographer Brett Butterstein and find out why his award-winning work stands out.

10 Photographic Places You Should Travel To This Summer

It’s the time of the year again when the sun is blazing bright. As the heat rises up, we will soon be enjoying summer holidays or a summer break. Most of us who work in offices or other engagements that would keep us busy, are in the look out for places that can be visited during the holidays. Add your camera to the equation and everything will seem to be in a perfect sync. Wait no more and plan your vacation immediately. It’s time to hit the sand and take a lot of pictures and make memories. 

Tips To Maximise Your Phone Camera Abilities During Vacations

Not everyone is a compulsive shooter considering the fact that they might not have a dedicated camera like a point and shoot or a DSLR to take pictures.

How To Make The Most Of Your Phone Camera

Phone camera Phone cameras have had an amazing development graph since the first J-SH04 made by Sharp Corporation, and today, it is one of the most used features in a smartphone.