Wedding photography is one of the most competitive markets in the world, and these days, having an online presence is an absolute must! In a past article, I went into great depth on how to create a standout website–the cornerstone of your online presence–as well as how to build credibility with online reviews and testimonials. Read all about it here.... The post Pro Tips: Social Media for Wedding Photographers appeared first on Rangefinder ..read more

As the bride and groom walked onto the balcony after cocktail hour, photographer Yana Petrova suddenly saw a moment that encapsulates her aesthetic—an image both modern and timeless, where her wedding photography storytelling would naturally shine. Thinking quickly, she managed the strong outdoor lighting by setting her aperture at f1.2 and her shutter speed at 1/15. She also employed an... The post Classic and Contemporary Wedding Photography Storytelling  appeared first on Rangefinder ..read more

“It was one of those wedding days that fell behind schedule – no surprise there! With guests from 13 different countries, my couple had a lot on their minds,” says Kim Wilfriedsson, setting the scene for a magical, timeless wedding shoot she recently photographed in Istanbul. Kim is one of Rangefinder’s 30 Rising Stars of Wedding Photography for 2024. The... The post Create Calm in Chaos: A Timeless Wedding Shoot in Istanbul  appeared first on Rangefinder ..read more

Photographers who make creative portraits must think outside the box to highlight their subjects in a unique way. The Icon Awards recognizes iconic photographers, with previous winners in the portrait category recognized for creative techniques from composition to in-camera special effects. This week, we’re highlighting five creative portraits and Icon Award winners. Find inspiration from these stunning images by Kris... The post Photos of the Week October 7: Creative Portraits from the Icon Awards appeared first on Rangefinder ..read more

“My approach to all families is to have sessions that feel like joy!” says Emily Cannata, winner of the Elena S Blair Mastermind Contest. Cannata, who is based in the Austin, Texas area, is a natural light photographer who shoots newborn, senior, and family photo sessions. She recently participated in Elena S Blair’s Mastermind Program, which offers coaching, business strategy,... The post Joyful Family Photo Sessions with Emily Cannata appeared first on Rangefinder ..read more

All the exuberance of the wedding reception is expressed on the dance floor. Rangefinder 30 Rising Star of 2024, Robin Goodlad has pioneered a flash technique for capturing all that joyful energy and amplifying it by projecting the dancers’ shadows on the walls and ceilings. Today he shares some of his favorite dance floor images and his tips for how... The post Create Dramatic Shadows with Flash on the Wedding Dance Floor  appeared first on Rangefinder ..read more

One of the first and most powerful lessons I learned in photography had nothing to do with photos. It had everything to do with trust. When I was 20 years old, I met my mentor, Michael Zagaris (the legengary rock and roll photographer, also team photographer for the SF Niners and Oakland A’s). He taught me that the art of... The post Build Trust and Connection with Your Subjects for Stunning Images appeared first on Rangefinder ..read more

“People fall in love again and again looking at their images. This is my biggest reward,” says Timi Oshin, one of Rangefinder’s 30 Rising Stars of 2024. The images he shares with us today from his fine art wedding photography collection are from Taf and Chinedu’s destination wedding in Bordeaux, France. His favorite image from the shoot (below) happened directly... The post Fine Art Wedding Photography: The Art of Love  appeared first on Rangefinder ..read more

The Icon International Photography Awards are to photographers what Wimbledon is to tennis players, says co-director, Jerry Ghionis in a recent announcement about the contest’s upcoming submission deadline of October 1st. He and his partner and co-director Melissa Ghionis are having their second year at the helm of the new awards program, which has taken over and transformed the former... The post Be An Icon: Icon International Awards: Enter by October 1 appeared first on Rangefinder ..read more

For many photographers, a fast, 85mm prime lens is a dream lens. It’s perfect for a variety of portrait styles and can produce the dreamy bokeh that is the hallmark of large aperture glass. The latest 85mm prime on the market is the second generation Sony 85mm f/1.4 G-Master II. The original was introduced eight years ago, to meet (or... The post Sony’s Nex-Gen FE 85mm f/1.4 G Master II Prime Lens appeared first on Rangefinder ..read more