Tag Archives: Portraits

I Was Asked A Strange question, Which You Can Learn From If You Are Looking For A New Camera

This week I was asked the strangest question when I posted my latest portrait shoot with our model Mark. The question was a first for me to hear, but thinking about it, in a round about way it is asked by many people, a lot of the time.  I was asked “how and why doContinue reading “I Was Asked A Strange question, Which You Can Learn From If You Are Looking For A New Camera”

A Winter Portrait Shoot – A New Lens

The first main portrait shoot of the year was well worth the wait, as we hit the SA1 area of Swansea and had a wonderful portrait session with our model Mark. It was very cold, we had some technical difficulties, and I had a new lens to try out, so it was an eventful day!Continue reading “A Winter Portrait Shoot – A New Lens”

Unlock the Power of Your Sensor: Why In-Camera Crop Modes are Perfect for Everyday Photography

Many full-frame (FF) camera owners ignore the built-in crop modes, such as the APS-C (or DX) crop, viewing them only as a feature for adapting older lenses. However, for most users whose photos end up on social media or in family albums, 6these modes offer powerful, practical benefits that can significantly improve your shooting experienceContinue reading “Unlock the Power of Your Sensor: Why In-Camera Crop Modes are Perfect for Everyday Photography”

Christmas Is Coming! Swansea Christmas Parade 2025

And so another year passes and it is that time for the various Christmas Parades that take place this time of year. In the last previous years myself and the family have missed out on the main Swansea Christmas Parade, and have attended the smaller parade that takes place in Port Talbot. Well… This yearContinue reading “Christmas Is Coming! Swansea Christmas Parade 2025”

Are You Using Your Zoom Lens In The Wrong Way?

Are You Using Your Zoom Lenses Wrong? Here is a Guide to More Purposeful Photography and understanding why you might be using your zoom lens in the wrong way. Of course, there are times when some of this does not apply, such as for wildlife, however, for most other things, you have to ask yourself…Continue reading “Are You Using Your Zoom Lens In The Wrong Way?”