Smart phone photography is an ever advancing area of technology that bloggers and online creators keep a close eye on. I’m actually currently on the look out to upgrade my own iPhone 6s, but sensibly awaiting the release of the iPhone 8 later this year. iPhones have quality cameras and with each iteration the technology […]
I’m currently working with Lumix to try out their 4K photography. I’ve managed to get hold of a retro looking Lumix TZ80 with an impressive range of features. Some of my favourites include the super-zoom, great auto focus, smooth WiFi capabilities and a touch screen. Although the camera’s packed with a range of useful innovative […]
We’ve interviewed Tom Robinson on a couple of occasions for TravMonkey.com, about his travels and how he’s progressed as a photographer. We first caught up with him about his experience in Marrakech, then after his assignment in Stockholm with easyJet magazine. Since then he’s been very much in demand, so we decided to interview him […]
We first interviewed travel photographer Tom Robinson on his experiences in Marrakech, since then he’s been working on numerous projects including an assignment for easyJet magazine in Stockholm. We caught up with him to quiz him on his travel photography, tips and advice. How did you first get into traveling and travel photography? Throughout my early […]
In this digital age, only a certain few still use dark rooms to process images. The ease of using your computer to manipulate photos is welcomed by the community. Photoshop, Lightroom and Aperture are just some of the most used software in processing images. Despite the prevalence of a variety of software, there is still […]
You have your wide angle lens ready and aperture set at f/16. You go home and see that the picture you took is not as what you have in mind. Landscape photography might seem like setting the aperture to the highest possible value and taking a picture of a beautiful scene but it’s not just […]
Taking portraits might seem simple enough, but it isn’t. Sometimes it just happens automatically but other times it can be painful to get a decent shot. Whenever you’re working with an active subject, things can get complicated. Here are some tips and tricks to remember to help you get amazing portraits. Composition Rules of thirds […]
Lens selection is always a hard choice when travelling. Unless you’re doing a paid shoot, you’ll encounter baggage limitations and will most likely be able to bring at most two lenses. Below are some lens suggestions that is suited for travel photography. Keep in mind that you have your own preferences when shooting. Some people […]
Shooting people is quite a task. If planned shoots with professional models can still go awry, imagine if you’re just meeting the person for the first time? This is what I think about when taking stills of people while traveling. Portraits can seem easy to take but like most art, it takes practice to master. […]
Photography is all about light. Like our eyes, without light the camera’s sensor won’t be able to see any details. In its purest sense, light is the most important thing in photography. Knowing the various types of light that can be used in creating images is beneficial in improving your skills as a photographer. Ambient […]
Getting your stuff packed for a trip can be infuriating. You want to bring everything but space can be very limiting. The same goes with your photography gear. You have to be careful on what you bring. Oftentimes bringing a lot of gear can be a waste of space and effort. Here are a couple […]
Traveling usually goes hand in hand with photography. Nothing beats a photograph in helping you relieve the beautiful moments during your adventures. Keep in mind though that you’re going in unfamiliar territory. Erring on the side of caution is a must to keep you and your gears safe. With every journey you take, keeping your […]
