Inspiration

Windmills have existed for centuries. First invented in the Middle East, they were originally horizontal and used for milling grain and pumping water. The vertical windmill that became popular in Europe was invented separately in the twelfth century, also for grinding grain and pumping water. This … [Read more...] about 30 Wonderful Photos of Windmills From Around the World

Typography is an unusual subject to photograph. That's partly because it's so commonplace, making it easy to ignore. Even when letters or words do catch our attention, we sometimes only read the message and miss the photo opportunity. If you spend time actively looking at typography, you'll … [Read more...] about 40 Excellent Examples of Typography Photography

Like HDR, photo manipulation can provoke strong opinions among photographers. Some photographers avoid it and stick to the basics of editing. Others love pushing the limits of Photoshop. In our opinion, neither side is wrong or right. They're simply two different approaches to art. That being … [Read more...] about 42 Magnificent Photo Manipulation Examples That Will Inspire You

Portrait photography is a wide genre, including everything from heart-warming family portraits to surreal conceptual photos. For this post, however, we're focusing on realistic portraits of individuals. These are the kind of portraits that allow many professional photographers to earn a living. … [Read more...] about 32 Outstanding Examples of Portrait Photography For Your Inspiration

Travel photography is a lot like photojournalism, only instead of documenting an event or story, you're documenting your own travel experiences. Your trip becomes the "story" you're photographing. Depending on your trip, you might be photographing wild animals and rugged landscapes, or the nightlife … [Read more...] about 20 Outstanding Examples of Travel Photography

Sunsets and sunrises are both gorgeous for photography, but they're not entirely the same. While they look similar, they have key differences that can change the color and mood of photos. One of the main differences is the color temperature of the light. Sunrises tend to be cooler, while sunsets … [Read more...] about 40 Inspiring Sunrise Pictures

A lot of photographers cringe when they see the phrase "HDR Photography." The technique has a bad reputation for making photos look over-processed and unnatural. And, to some extent, that reputation is well-deserved. Many HDR photos do look overdone, but that doesn't mean the technique is … [Read more...] about 50 Incredible Examples of HDR Photography

Every season has opportunities for capturing amazing photos, but summer is especially full of possibilities. Relaxed sunny days on the beach, kids playing at a pool or fountain, fireflies flickering on long summer nights... These are not only beautiful moments and memories. They're also great times … [Read more...] about 30+ Awesome Examples of Summertime Photography

Staying motivated and inspired is crucial for a photographer's long-term growth. It's far more important than having good gear or perfect lighting. After all, if you feel unmotivated, your expensive equipment will lie untouched, collecting dust while you make excuses for why you're not shooting any … [Read more...] about 99 Inspirational Photography Quotes