Welcome to my Photography Blog!
I’m Sam, and I’m here to help you take your passion for photography to the next level. Whether you’re a beginner or an enthusiast, my blog is packed with expert tips, stories, and inspiration across various photography topics, from fitness and food to real estate, headshots, and personal branding. As a seasoned photography tutor, I’ve designed content to guide you in improving your skills and mastering your camera. Browse through my blog for detailed tutorials and insights, and don’t forget to check out my one-on-one photography classes if you’re ready to dive deeper! Happy shooting!
How To Use Your Phone To Take A Photograph That's Been Controlled By the Speed
Wondering if you can capture speed and motion using just your phone? This guide explores the best apps, manual camera settings, and techniques to help you create slow shutter, light trail, and long-exposure images — no DSLR required.
How to Take Stunning Photos Using Manual Mode
Discover how to shoot in manual mode to create well-exposed, stunning photographs. This guide covers ISO, shutter speed, aperture, and using the camera’s light meter to master your photography skills.
How to Take and Edit a Focus Stacked Photograph
Discover the art of focus stacking to create images with greater depth of field. This guide covers camera techniques, RAW vs JPEG considerations, and post-production tips using Photoshop, GIMP, or Photoshop Elements.
How to Take a Bokeh Photo: A Beginner’s Guide
Bokeh photography is all about creating a soft, blurred background that makes your subject stand out. In this guide, you’ll learn what bokeh is, how aperture, focal length, and distance affect depth of field, and how to create stunning bokeh photos using natural or man-made light and perfect for beginners experimenting at home.
Introduction: Understanding Depth of Field
Discover how to use depth of field to make your subjects stand out. From aperture settings and focal length to phone portrait mode and creative at-home activities, this guide shows you how to capture sharp focus and stunning bokeh in your home and garden.
Bloody Mary Day: Food Photography Behind the Scenes
A behind-the-scenes look at styling and photographing a classic Bloody Mary, from concept and lighting to final edits.