Filling the frame with a subject can look quite different depending on the focal length of the lens. These three examples the
The moment it clicks
“The instant can be the end product of a long experience as well as that of immediate surprise.” –Henri Cartier-Bresson This past
If you could eavesdrop on a critique
If you were listening in last week when I was doing one critique after another at the Southwestern Photojournalism Conference, you would
How to be critiqued
Scott Kelby walks everyone through the seven steps he does in Lightroom with all his photos. To grow as a photographer, you
Jealousy, Selfish Ambition & Envy
Scott Kelby teaching at the Southwestern Photojournalism Conference. Galatians 5:19-2119 The acts of the flesh are obvious: sexual immorality, impurity and debauchery;
Three Stages of Composition
Stage One: “Literal” Snapshot – making photographs to describe what you see. Typical Snapshot Typical Snapshot A snapshot is popularly defined as
Spending time with President Jimmy Carter
I just recently I spent the day with former President Jimmy Carter. I was even able to tweet that he was my
The Power of Service in Business Today
In today’s world, it’s easy to become consumed by self-promotion and self-gain, especially in business. However, as we look at the teachings
Shallow Depth-of-Field
I thought I would answer a friend’s question I received the other day. Hey Stanley,I have a quick question for you. I
The Power of Passion: Pursuing Your Dream Assignment
I have realized that defining your passion is the key to landing your dream assignment. The driving force makes you willing to
Ten Steps To The Family Christmas Photo
Every year I take our family photo and, like many of you, send it out as a Christmas card. Here’s what works
Learning to See Light
[vimeo http://www.vimeo.com/15286214 w=500&h=281] Black Star Rising – Learning to see light from Stanley Leary on Vimeo.
“Windows to the Soul”
Reynaldo Cifuentes Velazquez, president of Café Justo – a coffee cooperative. He lives in Salvador Urbina, Mexico. According to Dr. Martin Seligman,
The catch 22 scenario of flash photography
Flashes are used in a sunroom to balance the light to the outdoors. You must be very careful in your flash placement,
Shoot for a variety, not just the one shot.
The other night I watched a slide show of a friend’s trip. They showed a lot of stuff they came across; a
Get out of your seat
Nikon D2X, Sigma 18 – 125mm, ISO 400, ƒ/7.2, 1/200 [4 – Alienbees B1600s full power on the catwalk with 50º parabolic