Viewfinder Mastery

26/03/2025

Check out our latest "re-review" of the Ortlieb Atrack 45L backpack. Matt has been using this backpack for photography adventures both in the mountains and on the water for almost two years now. Hear his thoughts on whether it's a viable alternative to the more expensive photography-specific backpacks on the market. Enjoy the outdoor adventure footage!

In my first review, I tried the Ortlieb Atrack 45L as a replacement to my worn out Fstop photography backpack, wondering if it would strike the right balance...

20/01/2025

Check out these three killer tips that'll immediately help you level-up your portrait photography game without loads of extra gear. https://www.viewfindermastery.com/blog/urban-portrait-photography

31/12/2024

Before 2024 comes to a close, the team at Viewfinder Mastery would like to celebrate some creative high points of 2024. 🎉

As part of our monthly photo challenge process at Viewfinder Mastery, Jesse and Matt select one member's image as the so-called "Shot of the Month". 📸

This is the shot which they feel best embodies the spirit of the photo challenge that the group worked on together that month. It's not always the most technically perfect photo. It's chosen mainly on creative merit and shows a willingness to embrace the challenge and take a risk in the name of discovery and self–improvement. 🎯

Congratulations to everyone who practiced their photography with us in 2024! We can't wait to see where next year's member challenges take our vibrant, creative photography community! 🙌

P.S. If you're not a member yet, use the link below to GET A 10% DISCOUNT on a one-year membership (until midnight tonight) 🎊

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LET'S GET YOU TO THE NEXT LEVEL with your photography in 2025! We're waiting for you inside! 🙌

10/12/2024

Embarking on the portrait photography journey can be both exciting and rewarding. Start by familiarizing yourself with the basic equipment you'll need, such as a camera with a good quality lens. While a DSLR or mirrorless camera is ideal, many modern smartphones also have excellent cameras that can be used to practice.

When it comes to posing your subject, communication is key. Make them feel comfortable and encouraged, as this will translate into more natural and authentic portraits. Start with simple poses and guide them gently. You can suggest they tilt their head slightly, or turn their body at a slight angle to the camera for a more dynamic look. Encourage them to play with their hands, perhaps placing one in a pocket or gently touching their face or hair.

Pay attention to their eyes, as they are the focal point of any portrait. Ask your subject to look directly into the lens for a strong connection with the viewer, or have them gaze off-camera for a more candid feel. Encourage genuine expressions by engaging in conversation or making them laugh.

Practice is crucial, so shoot as often as you can. Analyze your photographs afterward to see what works and what doesn't, and don't hesitate to seek feedback from more experienced photographers.

🚀 Ready to LEVEL UP your skills and build your portfolio? Then join our membership for fun monthly photography challenges, PROFESSIONAL FEEDBACK on your shots PLUS immediate access to our ENTIRE LIBRARY of quality online photography courses! We'll see you inside at http://ViewfinderMastery.com/membership

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18/11/2024

October was a productive month for our members. Here's a peek at some of their recent success with October's challenge 🍁

"Capture the Autumn Harvest" was a fun challenge that led to some fun interactions between photographer and subject. 📽️

Enjoy this short recap and (if you haven't already) become a member to take part in November's challenge: "Window Light Portrait". See you inside! 📸

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oAy7zZ0egnQ

20/09/2024

A BIG congratulations to Mike Böhlen, who takes the prize for "Shot of the Month" following our August '24 members photography challenge on "Vanishing Point". Great work Mike! 🏆

Check out more of Mike's awesome work here 👉 https://www.instagram.com/mbo_photography_shots/ 👈

If you'd like to participate in fun monthly photography challenges (like Mike), get feedback on your photos, learn more about Adobe Lightroom & much more, then become a member of the most dynamic photography community on the web! 📷

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17/04/2024

We just posted a fun new video following Leah Claar on a street photography shoot as she demonstrates self-imposed "creative constraints". Enjoy and please let us know what you think! 🙌📸

In this video, Leah Claar and Matt Anderson, of Viewfinder Mastery, walk the streets of downtown Zurich, Switzerland, practicing their street photography while explaining a technique called "Creative Constraints". Take some inspiration from their shoot for your next street photography adventure!

09/04/2024

A BIG congratulations to Alex Keuning, who takes the prize for "Shot of the Month" following our March '24 members photography challenge on "Pattern & Many". Great work Alex! 🙌🏆

Check out more of her awesome work here 👉 https://www.instagram.com/lexikeuning/ 👈

If you'd like to participate in fun monthly photography challenges (like Alex), get feedback on your photos, learn more about Adobe Lightroom & much more, then become a member of the most dynamic photography community on the web! 📷

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26/03/2024

THIS THURSDAY, March 28th, we're hosting an all-new FREE LIVE TRAINING that you don't want to miss! Matt will present three Depth-of-Field recipes which will help you level-up your photography and produce eye-catching images that command attention – GUARANTEED! Don't miss the chance to partake. See you there! Register via this direct link:

LIVE TRAINING: Thursday, March 28th 202411am Los Angeles / 1pm Chicago / 2pm New York6pm London / 7pm Berlin

07/03/2024

A BIG congratulations to Bronwen Richardson, who takes the prize for "Shot of the Month" following our members challenge on "Fuzzy Foregrounds". Great work Bronwen! 🙌

Check out more of her awesome work here 👉 https://buff.ly/3Kpcv61 👈

If you'd like to become a member and work on fun monthly photography challenges (like Bronwen), get feedback on your photos AND learn more about Adobe Lightroom, then join us to become a member of the most dynamic photography community on the web! 📷 🎉

https://buff.ly/3YphqaR

06/03/2024

Tomorrow we're hosting a FREE LIVE TRAINING that you don't want to miss! Matt will share three must-know tips on capturing STUNNING MOVEMENT PHOTOS and it’s going to help you level up your own shooting- GUARANTEED! Plus, it's just a hell of a good time! See you there! 🎉📷

https://viewfindermastery.com/stunning-movement