There’s a moment, somewhere between clicking the shutter and seeing the final frame, when you realise you’re telling a story. And as we all know, photography becomes most powerful when it taps into something deeper. But how do you make sure your story resonates? Enter the 5 Ps of Storytelling:People. Place. Pictures. Personal. Platform. ThisContinueContinue reading “The 5 Ps of Storytelling in Photography (And How to Use Them)”
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Where to Find Inspiration for Your Next Photo Series (That Isn’t Pinterest)
So, you’re itching to create something new. Maybe you’ve got your camera charged, an open weekend, a good coat, and zero clue what to shoot. You want more than a single image, you’re craving something with substance. But where do you even begin? First of all: you’re not alone. Every photographer hits this wall. TheContinueContinue reading “Where to Find Inspiration for Your Next Photo Series (That Isn’t Pinterest)”
Cross-Pollinate Your Creativity: 10 Prompts Inspired by Art, Music & Poetry
Find photographic inspiration beyond photography. As photographers, we often look to other images for ideas. But what if we turned to music, poetry, and painting instead? Cross-medium inspiration can unlock a different kind of creativity. The kind rooted in emotion, movement, and metaphor rather than technical repetition. Below are 10 works from other artistic disciplines,ContinueContinue reading “Cross-Pollinate Your Creativity: 10 Prompts Inspired by Art, Music & Poetry”
40+ Photo Ideas When You Have No Idea What to Shoot
Are you currently in a creative rut? Itching to pick up your camera but can’t decide what to point it at? This guide is here to help. Below you’ll find over 40 photo ideas, broken into categories to spark inspiration for both standalone images and deeper series. Bookmark this page for the next time you’reContinueContinue reading “40+ Photo Ideas When You Have No Idea What to Shoot”
How to Write an Artist Statement (And Why You Actually Need One)
What it is, how it helps — and how to finally get it down on paper. Very few photographers (or artists of any kind) enjoy writing about their work. You didn’t pick up a camera to become a copywriter. But, your work speaks volumes and your artist statement gives it a voice. An artist statementContinueContinue reading “How to Write an Artist Statement (And Why You Actually Need One)”
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