MINISTRY OF PHOTO
Welcome to the Ministry of Photo photography website! Whether you are a beginner photographer just starting out, an enthusiast photographer looking to improve your skills, or a professional photographer looking for new ideas and inspiration, we have something for you. I hope you enjoy your visit!
Welcome to the Ministry of Photo photography website! Whether you are a beginner photographer just starting out, an enthusiast photographer looking to improve your skills, or a professional photographer looking for new ideas and inspiration, we have something for you. Our photography tutorials and articles are written by some of the best photographers in the business. We hope you enjoy your visit!
Gaffer tape -The only tape you’ll ever need
GAFFER TAPE You would imagine that big fat strong tape would be handy in a studio. And you would be right but why is it that gaffer tape has the cult following and reputation it does with photographers and filmmakers? There are after all many different types of tape...
What are ND filters? – The complete guide A-Z
In this article, I’ll be attempting to answer some questions about ND filters. What are ND filters? How to use an ND filter? When should you use an ND filter? And many other more. Let’s start off with the first and most basic question. What are ND filters? An ND...
The ultimate guide to softboxes, diffusion.
Welcome to my ultimate guide on softboxes and diffusion. Initially, this was going to be a guide about softboxes, but the truth is that if you are looking to diffuse light there are many other ways to do it without a softbox. So instead I've structured this article to...
Epson Stylus 3880 printer
This is the Epson 3880. Now, they don’t make this printer anymore which is a real shame because it is a fantastic printer. It can print images up to a size of A2 which is plenty for most people. It can also be fitted with an optional paper roll attachment that...
Extension tubes
If you want to do some macro photography but don’t own a macro photography lens then this is a great alternative. These lens extension tubes allow you to turn any lens into a macro lens. Simply attach the extension tubes to your camera and mount the lens on the...
Canon 5D MK II
Canon 5D Mk II This camera is legendary. It is the camera more responsible for introducing video capabilities to DSLR and mirrorless cameras. Besides the video capabilities of this camera, it is the photographic power of this beast that still makes this a great...
X-Rite ColorChecker Passport
If you need complete color acuracy when photographing things such as product then you are going to need some kind of color calibration tool. This is the ColorChecker Passport from X-Rite. Having a tool like this is essential if your color reproduction needs to be...
Canon 1DX Mk II
Canon 1DX Mk II This is my workhorse. I have used several 1 series from Canon and they are always dependable machines that do everything you need them to do. Yes they are expensive but the 1 series are no ordinary cameras. They are design to take a beating. I do a...
Canon 85mm F1.2
Canon 85mm F1.2 If you shoot Canon then you will be familiar with this legend. Having said that, you’ve probably never actually used one because they are insane expensive. I mean like super expensive. It’s hard to justify the cost of it until you use it. It’s like...
How to export photos from lightroom
It doesn't mattter if you work in a large commercial studio or a home photography studio, exporting images is one of the most common tasks that happens on a daily basis. This article will show you how to export photos from Lightroom. This is a common task for anyone...
A Beginner’s Guide to Adobe Lightroom: Interface and Settings
Adobe Lightroom is a powerful, yet simple photo editing software. It can do all sorts of things to your photos; from lightening and darkening them, to adding filters or changing the color temperature. The power it has comes with one downside: it's not always easy to...
What is contrast in photography?
What is contrast in photography? Contrast is one of the most basic components in a photograph. Yet, it is something that is not often understood. In this article, you are going to learn what contrast is and how changing it can transform your snapshots into engaging...
More details on the new Canon R3
Canon has released more details on the much-anticipated R3. This camera is shaping up to be a monster of a camera that will hopefully be a good balance between photographers and filmmakers. Up till now the best option if you wanted a combination of both good video...
Long-Exposure Photo Tutorial: Step by Step Guide for Beginner Photographers
Long exposure photography If you have never tried or seen long exposure photography, you are in for a treat. In this article, I'm going to describe what it is and why it can be so addictive and fun. Below are some of the basics that need to cover before getting...
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