Monday the 19th of August is World Photography Day so I thought I’d take a minute to examine how photography impacts our lives through history and now. I’ll start with a question. How many years has photography been with us? The answer might surprise you. In fact, the person credited with taking the oldest known photograph was a serving officer in Napoleon’s army...

A few photographers have been credited with the quote "The best camera is the one you have with you".   In today's age, that is usually the camera on your smart phone. And i found my self at a Saint Agnes gig in the position where it was indeed going to be my favourite camera. I took this image of Maxine Cahill, playing bass for the band.  It was a grab shot, noth...

If you use social media, my guess is that you’ve struggled to find a picture of yourself to show the world “your good side”.  In this edition I offer you a few tips. Lighting is Key The best selfies are all about good lighting. Natural light is your best friend, so try to take your selfie near a window or outdoors. The golden hour – just after sunrise or before s...

Monochrome photography, also known as black and white photography, is an art form used to capture the world around us. The art of creating a monochrome photograph goes beyond capturing an image in black-and-white, the lack of colour demands that a scene be interpreted using other forms, such as texture, shape and contrast.  To create a good monochrome photograph, t...