Choose a few strong photographs instead of sharing them all
Sharing every photograph from a single moment can dilute the best ones. A small, careful selection usually makes a far stronger impression.
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Photograph the glow of a fire with no other light on
Firelight on its own creates a warm, flickering atmosphere. Here is how to capture that glow without switching on any other light.
Avoid photographing a portrait from directly below
A camera held too low rarely flatters a face. Here is why a steeper angle from below is usually best avoided in a portrait.
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Clear away anything unnecessary before you take the shot
A cluttered background often goes unnoticed until the photograph is already taken. A quick tidy up beforehand makes a surprising difference.
Place the subject off centre using the rule of thirds
A subject placed dead centre can feel static and predictable. Shifting it slightly off centre often gives a photograph far more energy.
Hold up a light cloth as a simple reflector
A plain piece of light fabric can bounce extra light onto a subject's face. Here is how a simple cloth can soften shadows without any special equipment.