Using Natural Light
Being as the definition of photography is literally “to draw with light” (in Latin), you better believe that controlling light is really important! There are lots of
Space, the Final Frontier (Ok…Not Really)
Emphasizing negative space is an excellent tactic for a photographer. The negative space is the “not stuff” part of your image. It is what allows the viewer
Using Lines to Make Photos More Dynamic
One of the most eye-catching things that you can do with your photography is use leading lines. These lines could look solid (like train tracks)
Macro-mode, or close-up shots
Also known as close-up mode, macro mode is what allows you to get in super close on your images without getting blurry shots. Most digital
How to Choose the right White Balance
It’s time to talk about color…wait a minute…I thought we were talking about white balance, well we are! (Deceiving isn’t it?) White balance has to
Vantage Point, The First Step to Taking Dynamic Pictures!
What does your vantage point as a photographer have to do with taking pictures? A great deal! Where you stand in relation to your subject
18 weeks of Digital Photography
I am excited to announce that I will add digital photography lessons TODAY! I will periodically release a new unit or lesson. By the semester’s
Introducing DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY lessons!
Something new and exciting here at the Digital Art Teacher: I’ll now be offering Photography lessons! As part of these lessons, I’ll add new blog posts discussing
Welcome to the new site!
I admit it has been a long time since I have blogged on this site…I have been working through a lot of technical difficulties of late.
Now available!! 9 weeks of Graphic Design lesson plans and videos
Disclaimer: This is an old post. If you are interested in graphic design lessons, go to the “All Lessons” tab to preview my lesson resources.
What is Copyright? – How to find FREE images!
So what exactly is protected under copyright? Who owns a copyright? How does one get a copyright? You don’t have to have a doctorate in
What is Copyright? – 5 Myths about copyright
Ahhh, Copyright. A vast sea of “grey area.” There is a lot of confusion when it comes to copyright. What is it? Who/what is protected?