I recently photographed a maternity portrait session in Lost Dutchman State Park in Apache Junction, AZ. This was the perfect location for a golden hour maternity session, as there were gorgeous sunset colors, a stunning mountain backdrop and desert flora.
How do you become a better photographer? Learn how to use manual settings. How do you learn the manual settings? Education and practice.
Let’s talk about practice today. Going on a photo adventure is a good excuse to explore and a great way to practice. Whether you live in a city, in the mountains or in the middle of farmland, there is something to photograph.
People are usually surprised when I show them my favorite photo from my camera roll. At first glance, the image does not look like anything special. It is not a stunning landscape or emotional portrait.
Instead, it is the type of photo that becomes more interesting the longer you look at it. There are a lot of details and context that make this photo my favorite.