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is the founding editor of JRNY Travel Magazine as well as a professional travel photographer and writer based in the UK. His images have been used by clients such as Condé Nast, National Geographic, Lonely Planet, Rough Guides and many others. Kav is also the co-founder of That Wild Idea, a company specializing in photography workshops and tours both in the UK and around the world.
If you own a DSLR camera, the chances are that at some point you have come across the “meter” functions on there. Most newbie photographers tend to be a little scared to change this from the default setting that it comes in. The reason being that they may not understand what metering is and how […]
The best camera is the one that you have with you… A phrase that has probably never been truer than in this era. Smartphones have changed the rules of photography and whether photographers like it or not, they are here to stay. Long gone are the days when to be a photographer you had to […]
A really great way to improve your photography and also to ensure that your photos from a trip don’t just stay on your hard drive is to create a photo book. Doing so will not only mean you can show off your trip (and photography skills) to your friends and family, but it will also […]
Environmental portraits can make for great photos. Capturing someone in their own setting can often be a glimpse into their life and also the daily life of a destination. These photos are often unique as unlike photographing a monument, they cannot be repeated. But capturing environmental portraits well can be challenging. Whether it’s the composition […]
Wherever you live in the world, you are sure to have a local park near you. Parks are fantastic places to photograph and importantly practice parts of your photography that you may be weak in. Besides the array of fauna and flowers, there are also people to photograph, wildlife and even sculptures and art. The […]
Waterfronts are one of the best places to capture photos from. Not only are you benefiting from a clear view of whatever it is you are photographing but you also often get reflections on the water. This can add an element to the photo which gives a pleasing result. The good news is that photographing […]
They are some of the most famous names in photography. Over the years their images have captivated and inspired us photographers. But they also had a way with words. These famous quotes by some of the most influential figures in photography can teach us so much. So here are 10 famous photography quotes to help […]
For some reason, Thailand doesn’t have the same appeal to photographers as the likes of Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos. But this is a country with so much diversity that it makes it a photography paradise. Whilst the bustling city of Bangkok is a great place to start your photography adventure, and the southern beaches and […]
Street photography is a challenging yet rewarding branch of photography to get into. The great thing about street photography is that you can do it anywhere in the world. But some places just offer more opportunities than others. Unlike say landscape photography where you often have lots of time to compose your shot and even […]
If you’re just getting started in wedding photography, it can all be a little daunting. The stress of having to get everything just right is often too much for many wedding photographers. That being said, it is a great business to get into, so here are 10 tips for excellent wedding photography that’s bound to […]
Have you ever seen a still image, a shot that’s completely frozen in time, that still seems like it’s moving? It’s an amazing technique in photography that can quickly raise the bar in terms of quality. But how do you actually make it happen? If you’ve learned about backgrounds and foregrounds, then you might quickly […]
Pennsylvania is home to some renowned photographers, and it’s no wonder why! There are so many key locations throughout the state that are perfect for capturing the state’s ambience. The Keystone State, situated in the perfect climate to capture unique and interesting photography regardless of the time of year, is filled with landscapes, cities, and […]
Have you ever seen an episode of CSI where they just zoom and zoom and zoom into a photo, and it just didn’t seem to affect its resolution? Unfortunately, we live in the real world where zooming in so close to an image or enlarging it to bigger proportions isn’t as straightforward. Correctly increasing the […]
Some of the most exciting photography projects can be centred around man-made things like buildings. Whether you are capturing the jutted angles of an old church or the modern curves of a contemporary building, photographers can give their audience a closer look into the complexities of architecture with these nine tips. 1. Shoot the unexpected […]
Any outdoor photography relies heavily on the weather. Which can sometimes be incredibly frustrating if you were planning to photograph something specific. But one of the biggest attributes you need to be a great photographer is to be able to adapt to different conditions and change your plans if needed. Whether it’s raining, sunny or […]
One of the most important concepts of photography is something known as the exposure triangle. But don’t worry it is not a mathematical equation and once you learn what it is, it’s actually pretty simple to understand. There are three components in the exposure triangle. These are shutter speed, aperture and ISO. It is called […]
Travel photography is something that everyone participates in. From your average tourist who has a point and shoot camera to a hobbyist or even semi-professional photographers. It is one of the fundamental parts of travelling. As a travel photographer, you will be looking for more than just holiday snaps. You’ll want to take the type […]
“Dynamic Range” in photography refers to the ratio between the two most extreme values of light within an image. This is from the lightest to the darkest tones. So the “dynamic range” of a photograph is the difference between pure white and pure black. The term is also used to describe the “dynamic range” a […]
Anyone who has an interest in photography will probably also have a ton of photos sitting on their hard-drives from their travels. Selling these as stock photos can be a great way to earn a few extra dollars from photos which would otherwise just sit on your computer. But make no mistakes about it, stock […]
Focus stacking might sound like a complicated concept in photography, but it is much simpler than it sounds. This article will make what it is and how to do it yourself extremely clear! Focus stacking means essentially combining multiple images with different focuses to produce a photo with a much higher depth of field than […]
