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Working to a Brief 15: Toothbrush
Get all the details for our 15th Working to a Brief project.…
Working to a Brief 14: Members’ Gallery
Check out all the images we received from Visual Education members in response to our White Wine brief.…
Rule of Thirds: A Classic Photography Composition Technique
All budding photographers must learn the rule of thirds. But what is it? And why is it so effective?…
White Balance in Photography: A Simple Guide
Understanding colour temperature and white balance is essential for improving your photography.…
Beauty Dish Photography | Studio Lighting Essentials
Find out how the beauty dish works, how to use it, what it costs, and more.…
Exposure Modes in Photography: A Comprehensive Guide
To get good results our of your DSLR or mirrorless camera, you need to understand exposure modes.…
Depth of Field: Playing with Focus in Photography
Understanding depth of field, and learning how to adjust it, is an important step for any photographer keen to improve…
Focal Length in Photography: A Comprehensive Guide
Understanding focal length is crucial if you want to create compelling and captivating photographs.…
Handy Photography Lighting Hacks: Different Modifiers, Similar Effects
Here’s a host of lighting hacks that will help you achieve professional-quality results on an amateur’s budget.…
Shutter Speed Explained: A Guide for Photographers
Understanding shutter speed is crucial for getting the best possible results out of your camera in manual mode. Here’s how…
Aperture: A Beginner’s Guide to Better Photography
If you’re getting started with photography and experimenting with manual mode, you’re probably wondering: what is aperture?…
ISO in Photography: Understanding the Basics for Better Images
Understanding ISO, and learning when and how to adjust it, will help you to improve the quality and clarity of…
Exposure Triangle: A Photography Beginner’s Guide
Understanding the exposure triangle is crucial to your improvement as a photographer. Mastering it will help you to achieve the…
Silver Umbrella | Studio Lighting Essentials
The humble silver reflective umbrella is often dismissed as a budget, no-frills modifier that’s less effective than a beauty dish.…
Member Spotlight: Masa Usuki
When Masa decided to become a professional photographer, Visual Education gave him the skills and confidence to make the leap.…
Working With Photographers: Tips for Makeup Artists
If you want to advance your career as a makeup artist, learning to collaborate successfully with photographers is essential.…
Choose the Right Lens: Medium Format vs Full Frame – Focal Length Comparison
Many professional photographers – including Karl Taylor here at Visual Education – shoot with medium format cameras. Why? Because they…
How to Work With Makeup Artists: A Guide for Photographers
If you’re a photographer, makeup artists can play a crucial role, helping you to bring your ideas to life and…
10 Creative Ideas for Food Photography Shoots
In this blog, we’ll explore ten creative ideas for food photography shoots that will make your dishes pop and captivate…
30 x 120 Stripbox | Studio Lighting Essentials
Find out why Karl loves this modifier so much.…
Working to a Brief 14: White Wine
Get all the details for your latest assignment.…
Deep Umbrella 160 | Studio Lighting Essentials
How does this low-cost modifier stack up against more expensive alternatives?…
Working to a Brief 13: Members’ Gallery
Take a look at all the entries for our Floating Glasses assignment.…
Octabox 75 | Studio Lighting Essentials
Let’s take a closer look at this versatile modifier – one of Karl’s favourites.…
Member Spotlight: Michele Cozzolino
The first spark for Michele’s love affair with photography was a casual job assisting a wedding photographer. Today, he’s a…
‘Beauty’ Competition Winners
Check out the winning images from our latest competition.…
EIZO ColorEdge CG2700X Monitor Review: The Best Monitor I’ve Ever Used?
We put the 27-inch, 4K, self-calibrating EIZO CG2700X monitor through its paces. The results were impressive.…
Working to a Brief 12: Members’ Gallery
Check out all the entries we received for our Beer Bottle brief.…
Working to a Brief 13: Floating Glasses
Read all the instructions you need to deliver the perfect image, including lighting, composition, background and more.…
AI and Photography: Tools, Trends and Tips
What does the AI revolution mean for photographers? Time-saving tools and big questions……
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