The McFade Blog
Tips, stories, case studies and behind-the-scenes posts from 14+ years of photographing Yorkshire businesses.
Why Photographers Are Odd: 5 We Use Software You’ve Never Heard Of
We Use Software You’ve Never Heard Of Clients don’t pay for software. They pay for…
Why Photographers Are Odd: 4 We Buy Gear You Never Asked For
We Buy Gear You Never Asked For Most clients never ask what gear I’m using….
Why Photographers Are Odd: 3 Personal Projects Are Professional R&D
Personal Projects Are Professional R&D Most industries have a thing called research and development. It’s…
Why Photographers Are Odd: 2 We Use the Same Camera for Work and Fun
We Use the Same Camera for Work and Fun Most jobs have a clear line…
Why Photographers Are Odd: 1 – Photography Doesn’t End at 5pm
Photography Doesn’t End at 5pm (And that’s why the results are better) Before photography, I…
Choosing the Best Canon Mirrorless Camera for Beginners
Canon Mirrorless Camera Series for Beginners: which one’s actually good value (and won’t do your…
Which canon 50mm should you get?
The Big Canon 50mm Shoot-Out: RF vs EF, Cheap vs Bonkers If there’s one focal…
The Best Lightroom Alternatives You Can Buy Outright: ON1 Photo RAW MAX vs Luminar Neo vs DxO PhotoLab 9 vs Capture One
Lightroom Alternatives You Can Actually Own Outright There’s this daft idea that once you leave…
Smartphone Photography: The Ultimate Guide
Master Smartphone Photography: Learn Real Photography Skills & Take Better Photos Direct answer: Smartphone photography…
Your Personal Brand: By a Personal Brand Photographer
Personal Branding Photography: Capture an Authentic, Standout Professional Image Most people think a personal brand is…
Showcasing Your Brand Identity in Photos (Without Making It Complicated)
Showcasing Your Brand Identity in Photos Most people think brand identity is just logos and…
Professional Photography vs Stock Images: Is Professional Photography Worth It?
Stock Photos vs Professional Photography: How to Choose Images That Truly Represent Your Brand A…
Prepare for Headshots: A Photographer’s Guide to Professional Photos
How to Prepare for Your Professional Headshot – Straight from a Photographer Booking new professional…
Why I Price My Photography by Time (And Why It Works for Everyone)
Commercial photography pricing comes down to one thing more than any other: time. Not “small,…
Your Essential Beginner Photography Kit for Canon
Your Essential Beginner Photography Kit for Canon Getting started in photography’s a bit like your…
Beginner Photography Tips: Your First Steps to Great Photos
Mastering Essential Photography Tips for Beginners: The Quick Guide to Photography Taking a decent photo’s…
Drone Photography for Construction Sites: The Real Benefits
Drone photography on a construction site is aerial documentation — stills and video shot from…
Ultimate Macro Photography Guide: Essential Tips for Beginners to Master Macro Photo Techniques
Macro Photography Tips for Beginners: tips and techniques Right then, let’s get into the nitty-gritty…
The Controversial Photography Tip That Changed Everything for Me
How To Improve Your Photography The other day I wrote a piece about how to…
April for Photographers: The Best Month for Light, Landscapes & Creative Shoots
April: The Photographer’s Perfect Month April. There’s something truly magical about this month, isn’t there?…
The Joy of Editing Photographs: Choosing the Right Tools for the Job
The Joy of Editing Photographs: Choosing the Right Tools for the Job Half the fun…