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Working to a Brief 17: Handbag
Get stuck in to our latest Working to a Brief challenge!…
‘Splash’ Competition
We would love to thank you all for taking Part in our ‘Splash’ theme photography competition, we received some really…
Natural Light Photography: How to Take Great Photos, Naturally
Explore the essential tips and techniques for mastering natural light photography.…
Landscape Photography: How to Capture the Beauty of Nature
From equipment and composition to lighting and storytelling, these landscape photography tips will help you up your game.…
8 Photography Classes You Need to Watch
Here they are: the best of the best, the cream of the crop – our most popular photography classes. Have…
Product Photography with Speedlights
They’re not perfect, but speedlights (AKA off-camera flash units) can be extremely useful when you’re shooting products.…
Ring Flash Photography
It was popular in the ’80s and ’90s for fashion and macro photography, as well as in forensic photography. The…
Snoot Lighting for Photography
Shine a spotlight on the Snoot lighting modifier. A modest yet mighty tool in the world of studio photography. Be…
Fine Art Photography: What It Is and How to Master It
Learn to express your creativity and emotions through images that are both visually appealing and thought-provoking.…
Honeycomb Grids – Like a Secret Weapon for Pro Photographers
Free Studio Lighting Tutorial exploring honeycomb grids – a versatile yet often misunderstood photography lighting accessory.…
Replicate ‘Satellite Staro’ Lighting in Your Photography
Uncover the secrets of professional studio photography with our guide on replicating the captivating lighting effects of the Satellite Staro…
Working to a Brief 15: Members’ Gallery
Thanks to everyone who submitted an image for our Toothbrush brief!…
Working to a Brief 16: Tomatoes
We’re tasking you with producing a fresh healthy and enticing image of tomato produce…
‘Vintage’ Competition Winners
Congratulations to our winners of our ‘Vintage’ theme photography competition and a big thank you to all of those who…
Hasselblad X2D NEW Face Detection AF Tested!
I’m Karl Taylor, founder of Visual Education, and thrilled to be asked to be the first person to test and…
The Year in Review: 2023 at Visual Education
Let’s take a look back at another action-packed year at Visual Education – and look forward to ’24!…
Histograms: How to Use Them to Improve Your Photography
A histogram is an essential tool for any photographer who wants to create well-exposed and balanced images. But what are…
Colour Theory: Using the Power of Colour to Improve Your Photography
Understanding colour theory can help you create compelling and eye-catching compositions that stand out and grab the viewer’s attention.…
Deep Focus 110 Umbrella | Studio Lighting Essentials
Let’s take a closer look at the deep umbrella, how it works, how it stacks up against other popular modifiers,…
Candid Photography: Tips for Capturing Authentic Moments
Candid photography is all about capturing authentic moments without posing or staging.…
Patterns Photography: Harness the Power of Patterns
Patterns are all around us, from the windows on a skyscraper to the trees in a forest. In photography, we…
Portrait Photography: Tips and Techniques for Capturing Stunning Portraits
Explore the key aspects of portrait photography, including valuable insights and practical tips.…
Textures Photography: Adding Depth and Dimension
Explore texture in photography and get some tips for using it to enhance your images.…
Contrast Photography: Enhancing Your Images with Light and Dark Difference
The best photographers make skilful use of light and shadow to create interesting, compelling and evocative images.…
‘Explore’ Competition Winners
Check out the prizewinning images in our ‘Explore’ competition.…
Balance in Photography: How to Create Harmonious Compositions
Discover how to achieve balance in your photography compositions, and why it is such an effective technique.…
Symmetry in Photography: The Beauty of Balance
Let’s explore the art of symmetry in photography, its significance, and how it can elevate your images to new heights.…
Framing Your Subject: Techniques and Tips for Effective Composition in Photography
Framing is a useful composition technique in photography that can enhance the effect of your images. But what is it…
Macro Photography: Techniques, Tips and the Magic of Macro Lenses
Take a closer look at macro photography, exploring essential tips and techniques.…
Leading Lines: Simple, Effective Photography Composition
Want to create compelling images? Try this useful compositional technique.…
Focus Modes: Mastering Your Camera’s Autofocus System
Understanding the difference between manual and auto focus, and the different focus modes available, will help you make sure you…
Working to a Brief 15: Toothbrush
Get all the details for our 15th Working to a Brief project.…
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