Tanya Goodall Smith
Recent Posts
Valentine’s Day Photoshoot Ideas, Tips and Examples
5 quick, affordable and easy photo valentines you can make with your kids. No complicated backdrops or expensive craft supplies needed.
8 Affordable White Backdrop and Background Options
Minimalism is a concept often utilized in photography. There’s nothing more minimal than a white backdrop. Here are 8 white backdrop options that are affordable and accessible.
Which Camera Strap is Right for You?
I’ve been on the hunt for the perfect camera strap. There are so many different types that work for different photographers. Here’s the bulk of my research. You can decide for yourself which camera strap is right for you…
Anyone Can Be Photogenic! How to Pose So You Don’t Look Fat in Photos
Posing is an art form that takes practice. Check out these 6 videos with posing tips from expert photographers. How to pose so you don’t look fat in photos.
7 Prom Poses and Ideas for Memorable and Fun Photos
Get your prom on and head into your next teen dance photo shoot armed with our best tips for posing and photographing teen couples and large groups.
How I Organized 23,000 Photos in 15 Minutes With Mylio
Mylio, the first complete photo organizing system for everyone who loves photography, helps you quickly organize and find all your photos. Here’s how I organized over 23,000 photos from various devices, in less than 15 minutes!
Frame Within a Frame | Examples and Tips For Advanced Compositions
Creating a frame within a frame is one of the basic principles of composition that can add a lot of interest and impact to your images.
Unconventional Lighting: Constant vs. Flash with Wedding Photographer Michael Kinney
Wedding photographer Michael Kinney’s dramatic, fine art style evolved dramatically when he started using more constant lighting in his work. “Constant light can be a better tool in certain situations,” he says. Find out the pros and cons of using lightweight, portable LED lights in this interview/tutorial.
How to Edit Newborn Portraits in Two Minutes or Less
See how I quickly and easily edit a newborn portrait (in under two minutes!) using the SLR Lounge Newborn Preset System for Lightroom.
Photography 101 | 6 Creative Techniques To Bust A Creative Photography Rut
The little things that can have big results when in a creative rut.
How Much You Should Charge for Photography
One of the most asked questions I hear from aspiring photographers is “How much should I charge for photography?” There’s no simple answer but here are several resources that may help you figure it out.
No Studio? No Problem: 5 Simple Lighting Setups for Portraits On-location
5 simple lighting setup for portraits on-location, including specific examples, BTS shots, and diagrams.
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