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!
Why is RAW better than JPG?
You hear photographers all the time telling you that shooting in raw is better than shooting in JPEG. But do you actually know why it's better? Before we get started, let's cover off a few basics. JPEG is a form of compression that is applied to images. It does this...
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...
How to Give Your Photos a Vintage Look: Tips and Tricks
Do you want to make your photos look vintage? There are a number of ways that you can do this, and we're going to go into detail about how to make your photos look old-fashioned. This article will cover various tips and tricks for making pictures look like they were...
How to take the perfect portrait with your phone: settings.
I have been getting a lot of questions lately on how to take the perfect portrait with your phone. To be honest, I don't think there is any one perfect way to do it. That being said, I want to share my favorite settings and techniques for taking portraits with an...
How to get free portrait photography backgrounds – or almost free
Photographic backdrops are an important element of photography. There is a wide variety to choose from, so you can find something that suits your style and needs. In today's post, I will be sharing with you the secret that allows me to have 100s of Photography...
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...
Check out my YouTube Channel for more photography content