Edward Tomasso

Edward Tomasso is always looking for new ways to get inspired and push his limits as an ambitious adventure photographer. From Pompeii to Milan, he's traveled throughout Italy in search of the most beautiful scenery to help perfect his photography skills and offer new lessons to his students who participate in his free photography workshops. In his free time, Edward Tomasso enjoys artful inspiration from all corners of life. One inspiring film worth noting is Free Solo , the adventurous documentary film shared on popular online networks like Netflix and Disney+ to name a few. Free Solo is a beautifully composed documentary film highlighting the extreme skill of experienced rock climber Alex Hannold as he ascends on his captivating and white-knuckle inducing climb up El Capitan summit, also known as El Cap, in Yosemite National Park, California. The film itself also captures the hard work and talent of American professional climber, photographer and Academy Award winning...

Interested in taking your photography skills to new heights? How about a bird's eye view from the sky? Adventure photography can reach a whole new level with the help of drones! Do you need a license to fly a drone? According to the FAA (Federal Aviation Administration), you do not need to obtain a remote pilot's license under the following conditions as sited by the FAA : you are flying the drone purely as a hobby and for solely recreational reasons You follow the guidelines set forth by your local community You keep your drone within visual line-of-sight Yield to any and all manned aircraft Remain at least five miles away form airports and air traffic control towers Your drone must not weigh more than 55 pounds Why is a drone useful for adventure photography?  Seeing your surroundings from above gives you a whole new perspective! Drones give you the ability to span a large distance quickly and smoothly. This can be extremely beneficial when capturing land...

If you've happened to be scrolling through your Facebook feed and stumbled upon the new "3D photo" trend and wondered how you can do it yourself, look no further!  New techniques are always welcomed into the evolving photography wheelhouse of Edward Tomasso . These techniques usually come with a price tag on new equipment for photographers , but the new 3D portrait mode is accessible in the palm of your hand! All you need is your iPhone, the Facebook app, and a photo taken in portrait mode.  This December, Facebook added a feature to their post update capabilities. Users can now add "3D" images to their Facebook status update with the click of a button. The photo edits that Facebook uses to auto adjust your image are slight manipulations of any portrait mode photo, that are only visible when you move your phone of cursor over the image itself, or moving your phone. Seems complicated, right? You don't need to be spend time at a photography ...

From chefs and film directors, to philanthropists and entrepreneurs , MasterClass offers a unique skill-based education online mentorship program for those looking to learn. Subscribers can choose from over 70+ classes, averaging 24 lessons per class, taught by wold celebrated professionals across all industries. MasterClass is an exceptional tool for all creatives, especially photographers.  For freelance and adventure photography enthusiasts like Edward Tomasso, MasterClass can be an amazing tool to learn tools, tips and techniques from the best in the business to help you succeed in fulfilling your passion for photography . Students interested in Photography can find multiple classes under the "Design, Fashion and Photography" category. World renowned industry professionals like Jimmy Chin and Annie Leibovitz will guide you through courses on Adventure and Portrait Photography , adding their own personal touch to each course. Jimmy Chin breaks down his own ...

Waterfalls are beautiful to photograph all year-round, but in the winter, waterfalls take on a whole new look with ice, snow, cool tones and high contrast. Although beautiful, waterfalls can actually be quite difficult to photograph properly, even for experts and well-versed adventure photographers like Edward Tomasso . Shutter speed , angle and lighting can all play factor when capturing the serene beauty behind these moving waters. Exposure compensation and shutter speed can completely transform the final look of the photo. The moving water can actually have a silky look, cascading over rocks and ice when using a low shutter speed. Shutter speed is basically just the exposure time or length of time that the sensor is exposed to light. It's a good idea to do some research on basic photography skills prior to venturing out into the cold wilderness if you're a beginner, but the best way to learn is just by getting out there and trying! Bundle up with layers and wate...

One of Edward Tomasso's favorite times of year to practice portrait photography is during winter! An upside of snow? Incredible light reflection. Edward Tomasso regularly hosts photography workshops where he shares his professional insight , but taking a page out of his own book is often something Edward Tomasso utilizes to perfect his expertise in freelance photography . Practice makes perfect, and portrait photography is always fun to practice in the snow, giving new depth, dimension and character to portrait photography! Edward Tomasso is an avid travel and adventure photographer, feeling at home outside in nature. Adapting to seasonal changes and using the great outdoors to his advantage is a concept Edward Tomasso practices regularly when practicing his photography. The cool tones of winter make for some interesting portraits!

Photography began as a hobby for Edward Tomasso , but quickly developed into a full time professional career for this adventure and travel enthusiast. Edward Tomasso enjoys sharing  his work  by hosting his own workshops designed to educate the public and provide his professional insight. After creating a freelance photography career evolving around his interests in traveling and entrepreneurship, Edward Tomasso hosts these workshops for photography enthusiasts from beginner to advanced who hope to learn more about the technique and creative exploration of adventure photography . He hopes to inspire others to explore the fun and joy that photography can bring to the world. Aside from his photography workshops, Edward Tomasso enjoys sharing his photography in creative ways with his friends and family. Here are just a few ways in which Edward Tomasso turns his photography into handheld treasures and gifts, perfect for this holiday season!  Snapfish is just one...

So you love to travel. You’ve immersed yourself in unbelievable sights. How do you take these serene views home with you? Travel and adventure photographer, Edward Tomasso recommends the gear you need to make your memories last a lifetime! Since setting out on his quest to see the world in all its glory, young world traveler, Edward Tomasso has made it his mission to perfect his photography. In his artistic view, the best way to memorialize a unique travel trip isn’t to steal an artifact or stock up on fliers. Instead, with camera in hand, Tomasso captures his own tourism trophies in the form of photos. But you don’t have to be an expert to join in on the fun! With the right gear, you’ll be in the clear to get started on your own adventure photography exploits! First things first: the camera In the photography game, there are nearly as many cameras to choose from as there are stars in the sky! When starting out, Edward Tomasso recommends that you keep things simple. Rather...

In search of new adventures, Edward Tomasso began traveling the world just a few years ago. A happy accident led him to wander into the world of adventure photography. Now a freelancer with a portfolio in the works , the young explorer encourages other travelers to become adventure photographers, too. Many people dream of traveling the world. But few find the actual motivation to take the daring leap into solo international travel. Adventure photographer, Edward Tomasso , claims that his willingness to take risks has offered him some incredible rewards both in his personal life and professional career . But the young photographer says that you don’t necessarily need to apply for a passport to jump into adventure photography. Here are some tips for the novice camera-wielding artists who dream of chasing adventures: Start Small and Stay Local As exciting as traveling the world may be, it’s also an incredibly costly journey. Not everyone has the luxury of packing up their live...