Guides – Page 4 – MELISSA MARTINSEN

Bridging the Taste Gap: How to Push Through the Early Frustration of Photography

Every photographer begins with a feeling: This is the kind of work I want to make. You see it in other artists’ portfolios, and somewhere inside, you know that’s what you’re aiming for too. But when you press the shutter, what comes out doesn’t quite match. Your eye knows it’s not there yet. And that’sContinueContinue reading “Bridging the Taste Gap: How to Push Through the Early Frustration of Photography”

From Dream to Deadline: How to Set (and Actually Reach) Your Photography Goals

Setting goals as a photographer is easy. “I want to shoot for National Geographic.” “I want to get published.” “I want to make a living doing what I love.”But between that dream and the deadline lies a blurry middle. Planning, persistence, and a whole lot of trial and error. Are you aiming for your firstContinueContinue reading “From Dream to Deadline: How to Set (and Actually Reach) Your Photography Goals”

Double Take: The Power of Diptych Photography

How pairing images can change the way you tell a story In a world overflowing with single-image scrolls, there’s something quietly radical about the diptych. Two frames. One conversation. Diptych photography is the art of pairing two images side by side. Sounds simple enough? But how do you really say more with less? Here’s howContinueContinue reading “Double Take: The Power of Diptych Photography”

How to Make the Most of a Photography Dry Spell

Because creative seasons change and that’s not a failure. Every photographer hits a dry spell. Maybe the client work slows down. Maybe inspiration fades. Maybe you’re just tired. And suddenly, your camera starts gathering dust, and you wonder if you’ve somehow lost it. You haven’t. Dry spells are not the end. They’re an invitation. AContinueContinue reading “How to Make the Most of a Photography Dry Spell”

Is Photography Your Calling or Just a Creative Outlet?

Prints for sale How to Know If It’s a Career or a Hobby, and Why That Distinction Matters You’ve been taking photos for a while. Maybe it started with sunsets or your friends on film. Maybe you’ve got an eye for moments that others miss. And now you’re wondering: Is this just something I enjoy,ContinueContinue reading “Is Photography Your Calling or Just a Creative Outlet?”