TheLifeWeCapture Photography Series

Below you'll find a blog series which has been crafted to assist beginner photographers with learning the basics of photography composition. We've neatly organized essential photography topics into 6 parts to help readers learn the fundamentals of framing the best captures to editing them in post-processing.

Part 1: Composition Essentials

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  • Part 1 Section 1 - Rules of Thirds

    Part 1 Section 1 - Rules of Thirds

    Begin your photography journey by learning the basics of composition. In this section we'll start with The Rule of Thirds and how they impact your photography process.

    Part 1 Section 1 - Rules of Thirds

    Begin your photography journey by learning the basics of composition. In this section we'll start with The Rule of Thirds and how they impact your photography process.

  • Part 1 Section 2 - Leading Lines

    Part 1 Section 2 - Leading Lines

    Next up, we'll be explaining how to utilize leading lines in order to draw your viewers attention to the appropriate details you're trying to capture. Sit back and relax why'll we discuss the...

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    Part 1 Section 2 - Leading Lines

    Next up, we'll be explaining how to utilize leading lines in order to draw your viewers attention to the appropriate details you're trying to capture. Sit back and relax why'll we discuss the...

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  • Part 1 Section 3 - Framing Techniques

    Part 1 Section 3 - Framing Techniques

    We'll be teaching you how proper framing can add depth, context, and better focus in your photos so you're able to draw the viewers attention to the central point of...

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    Part 1 Section 3 - Framing Techniques

    We'll be teaching you how proper framing can add depth, context, and better focus in your photos so you're able to draw the viewers attention to the central point of...

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Part 2: Understanding Exposure (updates coming soon)

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  • Part 2 Section 1 - Exposure Triangle

    Part 2 Section 1 - Exposure Triangle

    At the heart of mastering exposure lies the Exposure Triangle—a concept that brings together three fundamental elements: aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. Let's break down each component and explore how they interact to...

    Part 2 Section 1 - Exposure Triangle

    At the heart of mastering exposure lies the Exposure Triangle—a concept that brings together three fundamental elements: aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. Let's break down each component and explore how they interact to...

  • Part 2 Section 2 - Metering Modes and Histograms

    Part 2 Section 2 - Metering Modes and Histograms

    we'll break down the fundamentals of metering modes and histograms, offering practical insights to enhance your understanding and application. So, whether you're seamlessly continuing the journey or just joining us,...

    Part 2 Section 2 - Metering Modes and Histograms

    we'll break down the fundamentals of metering modes and histograms, offering practical insights to enhance your understanding and application. So, whether you're seamlessly continuing the journey or just joining us,...

  • Part 2 Section 3 - Manual vs Automatic Exposure

    Part 2 Section 3 - Manual vs Automatic Exposure

    Navigating through exposure modes is a pivotal step for any budding photographer and we're excited to help teach you the ins and outs of mastering both techniques!

    Part 2 Section 3 - Manual vs Automatic Exposure

    Navigating through exposure modes is a pivotal step for any budding photographer and we're excited to help teach you the ins and outs of mastering both techniques!

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Part 3: Mastering Lighting (updates coming soon)

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  • Part 3 Section 1 - Understanding Natural Light

    Part 3 Section 1 - Understanding Natural Light

    Harness the beauty of natural light with our guide that explores its direction, quality, and color temperature. Learn how to meter effectively for different lighting scenarios, allowing you to capture...

    Part 3 Section 1 - Understanding Natural Light

    Harness the beauty of natural light with our guide that explores its direction, quality, and color temperature. Learn how to meter effectively for different lighting scenarios, allowing you to capture...

  • Part 3 Section 2 - Manipulating Natural Light

    Part 3 Section 2 - Manipulating Natural Light

    Discover the art of manipulating natural light to suit your creative vision. From using reflectors and diffusers to mastering the golden hour and blue hour, unlock the secrets to shaping...

    Part 3 Section 2 - Manipulating Natural Light

    Discover the art of manipulating natural light to suit your creative vision. From using reflectors and diffusers to mastering the golden hour and blue hour, unlock the secrets to shaping...

  • Part 3 Section 3 - Artificial Lighting Basics

    Part 3 Section 3 - Artificial Lighting Basics

    Delve into the world of artificial lighting and learn the fundamentals of continuous and strobe lighting. Explore the versatility of light modifiers such as soft-boxes and umbrellas, and master essential...

    Part 3 Section 3 - Artificial Lighting Basics

    Delve into the world of artificial lighting and learn the fundamentals of continuous and strobe lighting. Explore the versatility of light modifiers such as soft-boxes and umbrellas, and master essential...

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Part 4: Camera Settings (updates coming soon)

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  • Part 4 Section 1 - The Basics of Camera Settings

    Part 4 Section 1 - The Basics of Camera Settings

    Discover the secrets to captivating compositions! From the rule of thirds to visual balance, this blog unpacks essential composition techniques, empowering beginner photographers to create visually striking images that engage...

    Part 4 Section 1 - The Basics of Camera Settings

    Discover the secrets to captivating compositions! From the rule of thirds to visual balance, this blog unpacks essential composition techniques, empowering beginner photographers to create visually striking images that engage...

  • Part 4 Section 2 - Choosing the Right Settings for Portraits

    Part 4 Section 2 - Choosing the Right Settings ...

    Unravel the mysteries of exposure with this comprehensive guide! Learn about the exposure triangle, metering modes, and creative techniques like bracketing and HDR photography. Gain confidence in using manual settings...

    Part 4 Section 2 - Choosing the Right Settings ...

    Unravel the mysteries of exposure with this comprehensive guide! Learn about the exposure triangle, metering modes, and creative techniques like bracketing and HDR photography. Gain confidence in using manual settings...

  • Part 4 Section 3 - Landscape Photography Settings

    Part 4 Section 3 - Landscape Photography Settings

    Illuminate your photography journey with expert lighting advice! Dive deep into understanding natural and artificial light, mastering indoor lighting, and unleashing your creativity with advanced light manipulation techniques. Transform ordinary...

    Part 4 Section 3 - Landscape Photography Settings

    Illuminate your photography journey with expert lighting advice! Dive deep into understanding natural and artificial light, mastering indoor lighting, and unleashing your creativity with advanced light manipulation techniques. Transform ordinary...

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Part 5: Focus & Depth of Field (updates coming soon)

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  • Part 5 Section 1 - Understanding Focus

    Part 5 Section 1 - Understanding Focus

     Welcome to the fifth installment of our blog series where we'll explore essential topics such as focus, depth of field (DoF), and details about how we can utilize aperture for different...

    Part 5 Section 1 - Understanding Focus

     Welcome to the fifth installment of our blog series where we'll explore essential topics such as focus, depth of field (DoF), and details about how we can utilize aperture for different...

  • Part 5 Section 2 - Exploring Depth of Field (DOF)

    Part 5 Section 2 - Exploring Depth of Field (DOF)

     Welcome to the next part of our mini blog series, we're going to continue to teach you more about important aspects of photography composition which you'll want to understand before you begin...

    Part 5 Section 2 - Exploring Depth of Field (DOF)

     Welcome to the next part of our mini blog series, we're going to continue to teach you more about important aspects of photography composition which you'll want to understand before you begin...

  • Part 5 Section 3 - Aperture and Depth of Field

    Part 5 Section 3 - Aperture and Depth of Field

     Welcome to the next part of our mini blog series, we're going to continue to teach you more about important aspects of photography composition which you'll want to understand before you begin...

    Part 5 Section 3 - Aperture and Depth of Field

     Welcome to the next part of our mini blog series, we're going to continue to teach you more about important aspects of photography composition which you'll want to understand before you begin...

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Part 6: Post-Processing (updates coming soon)

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  • Part 6 Section 1 - Intro to Post Processing

    Part 6 Section 1 - Intro to Post Processing

     Post-processing is the art of refining and enhancing digital images after they've been captured, enabling photographers to unlock the full potential of their photographs.

    Part 6 Section 1 - Intro to Post Processing

     Post-processing is the art of refining and enhancing digital images after they've been captured, enabling photographers to unlock the full potential of their photographs.

  • Part 6 Section 2 - Basic Editing Tools

    Part 6 Section 2 - Basic Editing Tools

    This section serves as a foundational guide for beginners, introducing essential concepts and techniques to enhance the quality of their photographs.

    Part 6 Section 2 - Basic Editing Tools

    This section serves as a foundational guide for beginners, introducing essential concepts and techniques to enhance the quality of their photographs.

  • Part 6 Section 3 - Advanced Editing Techniques

    Part 6 Section 3 - Advanced Editing Techniques

    Building upon the foundation of basic editing tools, this section delves into advanced post-processing techniques that enable photographers to exert precise control over their images, targeting specific areas for enhancement...

    Part 6 Section 3 - Advanced Editing Techniques

    Building upon the foundation of basic editing tools, this section delves into advanced post-processing techniques that enable photographers to exert precise control over their images, targeting specific areas for enhancement...

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Photography Survey

Would you like to help assist new photographers with learning the basics of composition? Complete our survey and share your experiences in photography and we'll credit you in our blog series. You can even supply some of your own photos to showcase throughout the blog.

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