Pittsburgh Photography Blog: Posts

Why Emotions Are The Key To Better Photos
Evoking strong emotions are the key to better photos. In fact, if you feel like something is missing, even when it all looks right, it’s that emotional touch that you’re looking for.

The Best Way to Nail Your Focus Every Time
Frustrated by otherwise great but out-of-focus photos? Here is the best way to nail your focus every time no matter what type of photography you do!

The Best Way To Organize Your Photos With Adobe Lightroom
This is the ultimate guide to using Adobe Lightroom to organize your photos so you can find them faster back them up easier, and ensure they’re safe.

How To Look Your Absolute Irresistibly Best in Photos
Learn how to look your absolute irresistibly best in photos no matter who is taking the picture with great poses and additional tips.

Easily find the best lens for portraits
Easily find the best lens for portraits no matter what camera system you use. Create incredible portraits confidently every time.

What does DSLR stand for
What does DSLR stand for, find out in the informative photography article from Don Orkoskey, owner of WDO Photography Pittsburgh.

Perfecting Corporate Portraits: 10 Easy Tips for stunning photos
Businesses these days rely on photos for growth. Perfect the art of taking business portraits with our top corporate portrait tips and help the business grow.

How Photography Cross Training Builds Critical Skills
Learn how photography cross training helps you develop critical skills like speed, reflexes, patience, observation, and composition.

The Surprising Value of Camouflage, The Bird Photographer’s Secret
Discover the surprising value of camouflage for bird photography. Learn what gear to look for and what to avoid from WDO Photography.

Master Dynamic Range To Seize More Photographic Opportunities
Master dynamic range and learn to read tonal contrast. Over or underexpose fewer photos and take home more winning shots.

Depth of Field: Bring Your Photos Into Creative Focus
What is depth of field and how will understanding it bring your photos into better creative focus? Let’s explore the possibilities.

Understanding Color Theory Will Immediately Better Your Photos
Understanding color theory will immediately better your photos in unexpected ways. Learn how important color is in this article.
Read about photography tips and tricks in articles written by me, pro photographer Don Orkoskey, of WDO Photography. These articles offer advice to help you learn and grow as a photographer. You can read all of my articles on this topic and much more on my blog.I’m the owner of WDO Photography, professional photographer and photography teacher Don Orkoskey. I love teaching and have done so for more than 15 years. If you are looking for a formal photography class either in person or online please see my full list of classes. I also happily offer private photography lessons and online classes. Please enjoy these photography guides as a way to help you improve your photography skills either before or after taking a class from me.Since 2007 I’ve taught people just like you how to create photos you love. From learning how your camera works to advanced lighting or editing techniques, if you want to learn photography then you’re in the right place. I teach classes to all ages from kids and teens to adults. Let me help you improve your photography. When it comes to improving your photography trust me to help you been more confident, less frustrated, and to see results that you’ll love!See a full list of current photography classes here.I’ve been photographing events and people around Pittsburgh for more than 25 years. I’m a Pittsburgh photographer through-and-through. My commercial, event, portrait, and family photography work is loved and well respected. I would love to meet you and talk about how you want the world to see you. Your portrait is an important part of how people get to know you before you ever meet. From social media profile photos to your website or even billboards advertising your business, you need a portrait that tells the story of you.See examples of my work here.Contact me today to discuss any questions or to find out more about my classes.
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