Photography Tutorials

3 Tips for Long Exposure Photography

By: Michelle Ecker on February 16 2018.

If you’re a landscape photography enthusiast, mastering the art of a well-executed long exposure shot is definitely something we recommend adding to your skillset. There’s something very characteristically serene and…
How to Photograph Stars

By: Michelle Ecker on February 15 2018.

If you’re an outdoor photographer, it’s no secret that the perfect nighttime image is an especially compelling pursuit, albeit a tricky one to execute. However, even if you are a…
What is Chromatic Aberration?

By: Michelle Ecker on February 13 2018.

Have you ever taken a photo where say, for example, your entire background was made up of lush green grass- but for some reason, you notice that green grass streaked…
3 Tips for Perfect Panning

By: Michelle Ecker on February 2 2018.

Have you ever seen those animated, dynamic photographs of a crystal-clear subject in motion- say a car zooming down a busy street- with a nicely blurred background behind said moving…
The Best Gear for Photographing Kids

By: Michelle Ecker on January 30 2018.

The New York Institute of Photography is one of the world’s largest photography schools and because we are, we often publish fun and useful photography tips…
How to Photograph Car Light Trails

By: Michelle Ecker on January 19 2018.

Have you ever seen those futuristic, high-tech looking photos of light trails illustrating traffic zooming down a busy highway or city avenue? These light trail shots are a super illuminating…
The Benefits of Framing

By: Michelle Ecker on December 9 2017.

If you’re ever looking for a creative way to draw more attention to your subject, framing is a wonderful way to do so. By allowing something else in the scene…
How To Protect Your Gear in Cold Weather

By: Michelle Ecker on November 10 2017.

The New York Institute of Photography is one of the world’s largest photography schools and because we are, we often publish fun and useful photography tips…
Understanding Vanishing Points

By: Michelle Ecker on September 22 2017.

As photographers, there are a number of simple adjustments we can make in an effort to add an element of interest to an otherwise mundane shot. From finding eye-catching
How to Take Perfect Fall Photos

By: Michelle Ecker on September 21 2017.

If you’re a nature photography enthusiast, autumn is a wonderful time of year to check out your local park or wildlife reserve and capture some beautiful outdoor scenery shots. To…