Portrait photography often means short depth-of-field. In fact, when the photographer is close to the subject and a low aperture (such as f/1.8) is used, then the depth-of-field an be as short as one inch (3 centimeters?). Even slight variations in focus can take the focus off the model’s eye and make it slightly blurry. …
More than you wanted to know about noise
This is a sample chapter from Jim Harmer’s book Improve Your Night Photography. Check out the book! The success or failure of your night photography will likely depend on whether or not you have fully mastered your low-light shooting technique. A skilled night photographer can leave a shoot knowing that all of her images were shot correctly …