4 Spring Photo Ideas for Newborn Photography

4 Spring Photo Ideas for Newborn Photography Photo by Belly Beautiful Photography Spring is in the air, and I don't know about you, but I'm thinking of all the ways to use springtime as inspiration for newborn photography. It's a great time of year to get outside and take some portraits. Heck, it's a great time of year to take some indoor...

Newborn Photography Tip: How to Master Close-Up Shots

Newborn Photography Tip: How to Master Close-Up Shots Photo by Art by Ashley On many occasions, newborn photography focuses on showcasing the newborn in its surroundings - full body shots that show the tiny bundle of joy in all of his or her glory. Much like taking a portrait of an adult, photographing newborns in this way is an integral component...

6 Classic Portrait Photography Lighting Setups

6 Classic Portrait Photography Lighting Setups Portrait Photography Lighting Taking a high-quality portrait isn't just a matter of having a nice camera, a good lens, and a pretty model. If only it were that easy! Instead, there are all sorts of other considerations to make. You have to think about the setting of the photo shoot and how it...

A Step-By-Step Guide to Choosing a Portrait Lens

A Step-By-Step Guide to Choosing a Portrait Lens Ask 10 photographers what the best portrait lens is, and I'm guessing you'll get something like five or six different answers. There's the brand loyalty, of course, so some folks will want a Canon lens over a Nikon lens. There is also quite a bit of discussion about the best focal length for...

How to Crop Portraits: An Essential Guide

How to Crop Portraits: An Essential Guide As you've come along on your photographic journey, you've no doubt tackled many of the important elements of creating a good portrait. Lighting, exposure, and composition come immediately to mind as topics you've likely spent countless hours learning about and practicing. If you're like me,...