Posts Tagged: creative

Photographers: We Are More Than Our Cameras

Portrait of Jenna Scifres - jewelry maker, violinist, and social media guru from East Peoria, IL

Ever since I started my journey in photography, I have been hearing a phrase that continuously bothers me: “That camera takes really nice pictures.”  Other photographers reading this may share my frustration, but non-photogs may not understand.  There is so much more to photography than just the camera.  To attribute all the credit for an image just… Read more »

Wedding Photography: An Artistic Approach

An image of newly weds standing on a bridge in the middle of the woods.

Wedding photography is a genre that can be predictable and uninspiring. For the most part, you know what to expect when looking at wedding photos. Usually you will see the obligatory ceremony shots, the first kiss, posed photos with the bridal party and family members, cutting of the cake, etc. Fundamentally this makes sense. After… Read more »