Elevate your portraits with expert use of blurred backgrounds, contrast, and color balance. Learn how depth and soft focus create separation while complementary tones bring harmony. Discover how light and shadow enhance every detail, transforming a simple portrait into an unforgettable visual experience.

Create portraits that feel effortless and authentic. Learn how subtle shifts in pose, expression, and proximity enhance confidence and connection. A relaxed posture, a natural gaze, and intentional composition make every image feel genuine and inviting.

Create striking portraits with expert use of depth and leading lines. Learn how layering foreground, middle ground, and background elements adds richness and movement to your photos. Leading lines subtly guide the viewer’s eye, ensuring focus stays on the subject for a naturally compelling image.

Capture stunning portraits with the perfect lighting. Learn how soft, diffused light enhances skin tones while avoiding harsh shadows and overexposure. A well-chosen background and balanced lighting create natural, polished photos that highlight your best features.

Embark on a photographic journey to Moreton Island as I delve into the captivating story behind a single image. From the swift twists of landing a tour photographer role to the intricacies of capturing the Tangalooma wrecks during a lunch break, this retrospective unveils the challenges and joys of island life through the lens of a landscape photographer. Join me in exploring the details and decisions that make this particular photo a cherished memento of my time on the island.

Learn about Matt’s beginnings in street photography and one of his biggest inspirations.

Want to frame your artwork like a professional? Matt teaches you how, using the knowledge he’s learned since beginning a job as a professional framer.

Hear the origins of one of Matt’s creepiest photos and how sometimes, technical ability does not matter when taking a great photo.

This week I share the story behind this incredible purple sunset and some of the lessons I learned while shooting it.

Join Matthew Maguire in this article to learn about the anatomy of a frame. This is a great indepth look at the different options when it comes to framing and will help you understand the choices you will need to make to ensure your artwork is protected as best as possible.

Matt takes a look back at one of his favourite photos taken in Raby Bay, Queensland. Here about the photo shooting process and how he feels about the image now.

Learn about the importance of framing both for protecting our artwork and to enhance an artwork using clever design techinques.

Hear the story about one of Matt’s favourite photos taken at Urangan Pier in Hervey Bay. Matt also shares his personal criticisms in this open and honest look at a beautiful image!