Winter Photography for Beginners

From keeping your lens safe to enhancing an image, there’s no question that filters can be an invaluable tool for photographers, but if you’re just getting started with your photography, you might be confused on what all the fuss is about. Many camera owners use clear filters to protect their lens from dust and moisture but filters also play another huge role in the photographers kit: to enhance the quality of the photos taken.

We're going back to the basics: How to shoot on Manual Mode. Shooting in manual can seem a bit overwhelming at first, but it’s worth it. Manual mode gives the photographer complete control when it comes to how exposed a photo looks, what’s components of the photo are in focus, how much depth of field definition you have. If you're new to shooting on manual, these are our best tips to get the results you want. 

In the past few weeks, we’ve mastered both aperture and shutter speed in relation to winter photography. This week we’re taking a quick look at the final pillar of photography: ISO. ISO is the last step to understanding the basics of shooting on manual mode and is a crucial component to a well-exposed photo.

This week, we take a look at one of the three pillars of photography: shutter speed. What is it? How do you use it? How does it work with aperture and ISO? And most importantly, how do you optimize shutter speed for winter photography?

This week, we’re going back to basics with winter photography aperture 101. What is it? How does it work? And why is it important? Aperture is one of the three pillars of photography and if you can master it, you'll be well on your way to a manual shooting pro! 

Just because it's cold doesn't mean you can't go outside and shoot! Winter landscapes provide some of the best backdrops and scenery for photography. Learn these quick tips and you'll be well on your way to better winter images.