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Portrait Photography - Getting The Shot
As a Vancouver portrait and fine art photographer I feel my job is to connect with people, capture authentic moments and tell stories through my images.
My style is punchy with a flair for the cinematic and I use strobes and flashes to get the drama in my pictures. Natural light can be some of the most beautiful, but it is more often than not coming from the wrong direction, it can be high contrast with harsh shadows, or it could be overcast and dull. The artificial light also gives adds more pop to colours and freezes motion better for sharper shots.
Around The World With Sony Alpha: Get Inspired By These Intrepid Travel Photographers
In a world brimming with diverse cultures, breathtaking landscapes and vibrant cityscapes, travel photography serves as a window into the soul of our planet. Today, we spotlight a group of travel photographers who transcend the ordinary, transforming distant horizons and hidden gems into visual masterpieces. Their compelling imagery not only inspires wanderlust, but also offers a profound glimpse into the beauty, complexity and wonder of the world around us that many otherwise wouldn’t be able to see otherwise. Join us as we explore the stunning portfolios of these globetrotting artists, each frame a testament to the power of travel photography in connecting us all. Tag your own Sony posts on Instagram with #SonyAlpha for your chance to be featured, and get more inspiration for travel creation from our 5 Essential Travel Photography Tips.
With Over 1 Million TikTok Followers, See How This Travel Content Creator Shares Authentic Experiences
For content creator Karlie Place (@karlieplace), success is defined by the opportunities to travel. With one million followers on TikTok, Karlie is living her (and many others’) dream of traveling the world and making photos and videos about her epic adventures. Karlie frequently travels with her partner Colin Ringas (@colinringas), who is also a talented drone pilot and content creator. Karlie’s mission is to be a trusted source of travel information and inspiration, connecting people to the world's most amazing destinations and experiences while fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of global cultures. To achieve this, she shares photographs and videos on her TikTok, YouTube and Instagram showcasing stunning locations, fun experiences and authentic slices of her everyday life. Her content are works of art and inspiration and we sat down with Karlie to learn more about her journey as a content creator and the gear she relies on to make her fantastic images. Keep reading to learn more about her shooting process, her skills with editing, the community she has built and how she works to support everyone who wants to learn.
Nature’s Spectacle: Birding Adventures with the Sony Alpha 9 III
Joe Tavares is an emerging wildlife and birding photographer, having captured mesmerizing, natural shots across the globe; everything from eagles in Japan to lions in Africa.
A Content Creator's Guide To Gear, Taking Chances & Building Community
Although Hannah Rheaume (@hannahrheaume) is classified as an influencer, she’s never really seen herself that way. She just fell in love with travel and used content creation as her way of incorporating travel into her daily life. Over nearly a decade of this career, she’s had many unique experiences and has truly found her creative voice. We sat down with Hannah to learn about her journey, how she’s built a community of women passionate about the outdoors, how she achieves her creative vision and how to tune out the noise and find new sources of inspiration.
10 Essentials For Getting Started In Vlogging
Entering the world of vlogging can be both exciting and overwhelming. With countless gear options available, knowing where to start can make all the difference. Whether you're documenting daily life, sharing your travels, or diving into tutorials, having the right tools is crucial. Here are 10 essentials for getting started in vlogging, featuring top recommendations like the Sony ZV-E10 II, Sony ZV-1 II and other key accessories to elevate your content.
Finding Inspiration Among Landscapes
For as long as I can remember, the most at peace and inspired I feel is when I’m surrounded by the mountains, forests or the ocean. When I lose myself in these vast natural landscapes, it actually feels more like coming home to myself.
17 years ago, when I acquired my first camera of my very own, I took it with me into the forest and mountains daily, documenting the natural world while simultaneously feeling my mind slowing down, entering that state of inner stillness... also filled with curiosity and inspiration.
Country Roads Take Me Home
Fall is my favorite season for photography, hands down. There’s something magical about the colors, the light, and the mood of this time of year – it’s a photographer’s playground! That's why I decided to take a road trip with my friend, Michaela Abla, the new Sony Alpha 7CR camera and Sony 16-35mm f/2.8 G Master II lens. I really wanted to use these two new amazing tools in the field to see how they would hold up in both a professional and personal setting.
A Prime Lens Trinity For Portraits, Street & More
If you’re looking for compact primes that work for just about any shooting scenario, we have just the list for you. In this video portrait photographer and Sony Artisan Miguel Quiles shares three amazingly great compact prime lenses that are not only awesome for any Sony full frame camera, but even more so when you combine them with some of the more compact bodies in the lineup.
Fun In The Sun: Vlogging Throughout The Summer
With summer comes days in the sun, hikes, swimming, travels and many more fun adventures. With so much going on, it is the perfect time to start vlogging or up your vlogging game! Long days and epic activities will lead to beautiful and interesting vlogs. You know you’ve thought about it, so what are you waiting for?! To help you get started, we’ve gathered some of the best vloggers out there. Take a look at their content to get creative ideas and learn technical skills like what Sony camera and lenses will work best for you. Get more gear inspiration from our Best Primes Lenses For Vlogging and Best Zoom Lenses For Vlogging in 2023 lists. And for even more video and vlogging inspiration, subscribe to the Sony Alpha Universe YouTube Channel.
How To Create & Share POV Videos On YouTube
We love a good “Point of View” (POV) video that allows you to step into the shoes of other creators to see how they run their own photography shoot. It’s cool to see how different creators set up their cameras and compositions, and they also tend to offer helpful advice along the way. Below we’ve featured a few YouTube creators who are making and posting POV videos on their channels - check them out and hit subscribe. Don’t forget to check out the Sony Alpha Universe YouTube Channel for more tips and gear content from Sony creators.
Pro Wedding Photographer Peter Georges Explains Why He Switched To Sony Mirrorless
When he bought a Sony α7II, wedding pro Peter Georges saw the potential for mirrorless to replace his DSLRs. When he bought the Sony α7R II, his DSLR officially became history.
