Emil Schildt: Photography tips, camera settings and inspiration

Emil Schildt is a photography blog for beginners and enthusiasts who want to take better pictures with whatever camera they own. We start with the basics, explaining aperture, shutter speed and ISO in plain language, then move on to portrait settings, golden hour light and editing in Lightroom.

You do not need expensive gear to improve. Our phone photography guides show how to get professional-looking results from the camera in your pocket, and our composition tips work on any device.

For inspiration we collect quotes from famous photographers and caption ideas for sharing your work. Pick a guide, go out and shoot, and come back when you are ready for the next step in your photography journey.