Using a low aperture for getting the shot in tricky light
admin Using a low aperture for getting the shot in tricky light is often a great way to shoot a scene, like this Red Riding Hood inspired shot.
Photography 101: Aperture
The aperture in a lens is photography's analog to the irises in our eyes. Our irises enlarge to let in more light in dim circumstances.
Photography 101: The difference between fixed and variable aperture
When I purchased my first DSLR — a Nikon D5100 — it came with a kit lens. It was 18-55mm and had a variable aperture of f/3.5-5.6. While the focal…
Why I photograph in Aperture Priority
I'm often asked why I shoot in Aperture Priority? The answer is it's often so much quicker and I can still make changes on the fly.
Aperture Priority: What’s it good for?
Aperture Priority: What’s it good for? Choosing the right exposure mode can make or break your photo experience.
Should you use Manual or Aperture Priority mode?
So which should you use? Manual or Aperture Priority. These days I find myself shooting Aperture Priority mode. Here's why.
Getting started with your new camera: A for Aperture Priority
There was one piece of advice I heard that paved the way to where I am today in my photography — to use Aperture Priority mode.