From the Solflora Studio
Learning Resources I Trust
This page brings together photography resources I’ve found genuinely helpful — guides that encourage curiosity, patience, and thoughtful practice. They’re not meant to be followed all at once but revisited as questions surface and skills deepen. Wherever you are in your photographic journey, I hope these offer clarity, confidence, and a steady place to return.
Foundations of Photography
Guides that support thoughtful choices around light, exposure, and approach before pressing the shutter.
10 Questions to Ask Before You Squeeze the Shutter Release Button
Twelve Tips to Edit Photos Like a Professional
Twelve Tips to Edit Photos Like a Professional
Beginner
Approachable resources that gently introduce core camera concepts and help build confidence along the way.
Camera Basics Series: Metering Modes Explained
Camera Basics Series: Shutter Speed Explained
Why Camera Gear Doesn’t Matter
Macro
Resources for exploring tiny worlds with curiosity — from settings and lighting to photographing with patience and care.
Macro Photography Short Guide
Camera Settings for Macro Photography
Macro Lighting
A Quick Guide to Insect Photography – Spiders Not Included
Post-Processing Essentials
Thoughtful guidance for refining images through raw processing, sharpening, and careful finishing.
Super Important Information About Sharpening
The Sharpening Conundrum
The Down and Dirty of Adobe Camera Raw
Like photography itself, this resource library is always evolving. I’ll continue adding guides as I discover pieces worth sharing. You’re always welcome to check back.
