Helpful Tips: Food Photo Starter Kit

March 3, 2018 Kathrin Havrilla

Photo by Annie Spratt

Whether you’re a food blogger, personal chef, or just want to tighten up your Instagram feed, if you’re reading this, chances are you have some interest in food photography.

While you’ll learn essential techniques in the BPW’s Food Photography I and Food Photography II classes, here are some simple (and mostly cheap) tools that can help you take your at-home food photo skills from undercooked to perfectly done.

Gear We Love: Beginner Cameras 2017

November 17, 2017 Kathrin Havrilla

Photo by Oscar Ivan Esquivel Arteaga

One of the most popular questions we get from entry-level photographers here at the BPW is “What camera should I buy?” If you’re in the market for a good starter camera for yourself, or even a special holiday gift for the photographer-in-training in your life, here are three of our 2017 favorites to help point you in the right direction!

Gear We Love: Tripods For Beginners

August 18, 2017 Chris Sanchez

Photo by Patrick Donnelly

As you begin your journey into photography, one of the first recommended items is a good tripod. In this article, we will briefly describe why a tripod is helpful, as well as share with you our favorite tripods for beginners.

Holiday gifts for the photographer who seems to have everything

December 3, 2016 BPW Team

Photo by Andrew Neel

It is gift-giving season! If you’re looking for a gift for a friend who loves taking photos, this article may be for you! Take a look at some of our recommendations for great gifts for the shutter bugs in your life.

Five Ways to Get The Most Out of Your Summer Photographs

July 6, 2016 BPW Team

Photo by Michael Henry

The summer months provide a wealth of opportunity to capture beautiful photographs. Check out our tips on how to make the most of all the summer has to offer!

Buying Guide: Your Next Lens

November 24, 2015 Chris Sanchez

Photo by Hunter Moranville

So, you've got a digital camera and you're getting comfortable with manual controls, so whats next?

Upgrading your lens from the normal "kit lens" is the #1 way you can help make brighter and sharper photos. The Boston Photography Workshops understands that lens buying can be a tricky task. With the holidays bringing big sales, and photo wishlists, let us help shorten the list of lenses you should consider when moving beyond the standard.