photography
Helvetia by night
Follow us to the mountains of Switzerland with the incredible work of Swiss photographer Alessandro Della Bella and his art project, "Helvetia by Night".
Architectural photography – Transforming spaces into images
How to photograph a house? How to display architecture in the right light? How to turn spaces into images? The Zurich-based photographer and architect Sebastian Grundgeir provides insights into the genre of architectural photography.
The History of Photography - Part 5:
The development of the SLR camera took many decades to complete. Here you’ll read everything there is to know about how it came into existence.
Sports Photography: Summer Edition
We have put together some great photography tips and ideas, so you can spend the summer creating impressive sports and action shots.
Photoshop tutorial: converging lines
Learn how to deal with converging lines using Photoshop. This is an easy step-by-step tutorial which will change your vision of architectural photography
Inclusion and leisure: Barrier-free activities in Switzerland
More and more leisure activities in Switzerland are becoming barrier-free. We have set out to find the best ones for you!
Time-Lapse Photography and Videos
Tips & tricks for creating time-lapse videos & photography: camera settings, frames per second, choice of subject, software & apps.
Fabulously photogenic: These are the most Instagrammable spots in Switzerland!
Are you looking for special places in Switzerland to liven up your Instagram feed? ifolor has put together a guide of the most beautiful locations!
From self-portrait to selfie
Selfies have been popular for some time. We have collected some interesting tips to help you get even better selfies.
The art of seeing
The art of seeing. Photography – without a doubt the most beautiful art form. Photography is about much more than technique – and this brings us full circle to the art behind it. Ultimately, it’s about how the photographer sees the world. Journey Glimpse is here to give you tips in this respect.
From film to photo or from photo to film
A film that nobody watches is nothing but a pile of celluloid.” I would like to add to this: “Photos that only exist in the computer as a file are just digital clutter; only once they are transformed into a real photo product that you can touch do they gain meaning, and only with the delivery of the finished photo product is the photographer’s mission fulfilled.
The best Swiss photo spots on Instagram
In the following we look into the 5 most popular photography themes on Instagram.
Great winter photos in all weather conditions
We reveal great photography tips on how to capture beautiful shots with your camera or smartphone in winter conditions.
The best lighting for portrait photography
What should you keep in mind when taking portraits? Ifolor gives professional tips on how to use optimal lighting conditions and light sources correctly.
Landscape photography – The right way to photograph mountains
For photographers, mountains offer a lot of potential for creativity. In this article, you will learn how to properly bring out the best of mountain landscapes in photos.
Table setting tip: How to use photos in table decorations and place cards
How can you lend a festive table setting a more personal touch? Get inspired and let your imagination and creativity set flight as you decorate the table with ifolor photo products. A charming table decoration or stylish place cards are very quick to create and sure to catch the eye
ifolor Survey: Exploring Photography Through the Lens of Geography, Age and Gender
In this survey, ifolor explores the differences in photography behavior in terms of gender, age and geography. Read this blog article to find out more.
Drone Photography for Brilliant Aerial Pictures
A drone enables you to take brilliant aerial pictures. Here we’ve gathered together for you the most important info for getting started with drone photography.
Simple ways to get creative with photography
With just a few simple objects, you can create very atmospheric or even funny photos. And you don't need an extensively equipped studio or an expensive camera to do so. You'll be amazed at what you can create in your own home or just outside your front door. Journey Glimpse will show you how to do it!
The History of Photography - Part 7:
A time without digital cameras? Hardly conceivable. It did, however, take a lot of time to get to where we are today. You can read all about it here.
Smartphone Photo Hacks
We’ll show you nine absolutely brilliant tips and tricks for photographing with your mobile!
Travel Guide Scandinavia: Tips on Taking Pictures of the Northern Lights
Taking pictures of the northern lights can be quite a challenge. We will show you how to get the perfect shot of this stunning display of lights.
How-to: Adopting an animal from a shelter
Thinking about adopting a pet from an animal shelter? We’ll let you in on all the best tips and explain exactly what steps you need to take!
Photographing the solar and lunar eclipses – find out how here!
In 2022, there will be a solar and a lunar eclipse in Switzerland. ifolor shows you its tips and tricks for taking professional photos.
Minimalism: the art of leaving things out
Minimalism: the art of leaving things out. It is also a very interesting approach in photography. Ralf Turtschi’s blog post explains how to focus on the subject and leave out the unnecessary.
Shoot Fascinating Macro Photos - 9 ifolor Photo Hacks
Close-up photos make use of typical magnifying effects to create brilliant motifs. We’ll show you 9 photo hacks you can use to take your own fascinating macro photos.
Image composition – light and shadow
Want to use light and shadow in photography for purposeful effect? With these suggestions from guest blogger Andri Laukas, you’re sure to become a master of using light to your advantage.
Tips for still-life photography
With these 14 tips, you will be able to capture still-life with your camera like never before. Still-life photography will no longer be a mystery!
The wonderful canton of Thurgau: a journey through ifolor’s home canton
Renowned for its apple cultivation, Thurgau is home to numerous hidden gems. Besides its many orchards, the canton is also a great place for sightseeing. LittleCITY embarked on a journey of discovery and found the best photo spots for us. Fine out more about Thurgau in our article!
Getting a dog: What you should consider before buying a dog
You want to get a dog? With our tips and ideas, you will be perfectly prepared for your new family member!
The Art of Darkness: Night Photography with Mobile, Digital, and Analog Cameras
Discover everything about night photography ✓ Tips on equipment, settings, and post-processing ✓ Download checklist now!
Event and stage photography
We’ll show you how to take successful photos of the stage show at concerts, theater performances, etc. despite the difficult lighting conditions
The History of Photography - Part 2:
Learn everything there is to know about the industrialisation of photography - new cost-effective methods made photography affordable for everyone.
The History of Photography - Part 1:
Here you’ll find interesting facts about the birth of photography and its development up to the period of industrialisation.
5 Tips from Professional Wedding Photographers for Your Big Day
Avoid mishaps with ifolor's top 5 tips from pro wedding photographers. Make your wedding photos a treasure trove of joyous memories.
Photographing Landscapes for Beginners
Here we’ve gathered together useful tips and motif ideas that you can use to shoot impressive landscape photos. Get inspired!
The right perspective
Displaying your photos correctly can turn a good photo into a great one. We have six tips to show you how to best display your photos.
12 Essential Photography Tips
Ifolor has summarised the most important tips on how to take photos. By following the tips below your photos will look very professional.
Shooting Brilliant Winter Sports Photos
Winter sports photos: We tell you what to look out for in winter sports photography and how to capture your best winter moments.
Which lenses should I use?
Choosing the right lens plays an important role in portrait photography. Tips on choosing suitable lenses and using the right focal length.
GoPro: Time-Lapse Videos for a Cool Effect
Here you’ll learn what time-lapse videos are and how you can easily create these directly on your GoPro or with an editing programme.
How To Take Photos at Night
Find out more about choosing the right time and the best shutter speed in our article on the top 10 tips for taking photos at night.
Photography for Instagram - 5 tips
I am delighted to give you 5 tips in this article on how you can lick your Instagram feed into shape.
10 tips for a perfect landscape photo
There is hardly any other Swiss person who has as many Instagram followers as Martina Bisaz.
Taking Live Photos on iPhone and Creating Moving Photo Books
We’ll show you how you can bring your pictures to life using the Live Photo function and then create your own photo book full of life in the My Moments app.
How to achieve the perfect result for your wall decorations
Admittedly, the ifolor Designer makes it relatively easy to achieve a perfect print result. Nevertheless, it helps if you pay attention to a few things when preparing your picture to ensure the perfect result.
Top photography spots across Switzerland’s cantons
Need inspiration for the perfect summer photo, trips or activities? We have it all! Little City have mastered this skill and have compiled a list of their favourite photography spots in Switzerland.
Tips for action videos using the GoPro
Filming a high-quality GoPro video is not as easy as it looks. We have put together five tips.
Smartphone photography hacks for your feed
Description: Do you want to enhance your feed with unique images? 📸 We'll let you know what smartphone hacks are out there!
For Shutterbugs: Carnival Photography
In this article we’ll give you some tips on how to capture the colourful Carnival festivities on camera.
Discover Germany’s Most Instagrammable Spots
Find out more about the most Instagrammable places in Germany. Follow our tips on places to visit that are perfect for taking photos in Germany.
Photographing Flowers Made Easy
Flowers are especially photogenic and multifaceted in their appearance, thus making them a popular motif for photos. Here you’ll find 9 tips that’ll help you take the perfect flower photo.
Image rights at events in Switzerland
We show you what image rights need to be observed in Switzerland for event and stage photography and what rights organizers have for their own photos.
The History of Photography - Part 8:
Modern smartphone cameras have qualitatively caught up with digital cameras. How did this rapid advancement occur? You can find out more here.
How can I find the most suitable lens for my DSLR?
Comparing various types of lenses helps you when deciding which lens to buy.
The History of Photography – Part 3:
The year of 1925 is considered to have ushered in a revolution in the world of photography with the development of the first 35mm film camera.
Using a Smartphone Camera for Food Photography
In this article you will find tips and information on how to take fantastic photos of food.
How to Take Great Photos on Ski Slopes
We will show you how to take great photos of moving subjects by using “panning”. We will also give you further tips for taking photos on ski slopes.
Creating Fascinating Nighttime Photographs with the GoPro Night Photo Setting
Nighttime photographs are always difficult. With our tips and the right settings on your GoPro, however, you’ll be sure to end up with good-looking results.
The History of Photography from Its Beginnings to Today
There have been many developments in the world of photography since its creation. Our series will give you a detailed look at all of the milestones.
Professional Photos from a Professional Photographer
In this article you will find useful tips and tricks for the perfect couple photoshoot.
Depth of field
Depth of field is one of the most important elements in photography. We will show you how you can use it to take wonderful photos.
Fire department in Switzerland: Everything you ever wanted to know about the career and training of the fire department and the more comic firefighting missions
Discover interesting facts about the life of firefighters in Switzerland and read about the exciting day-to-day of the fire department!
René Burri - in the shadow of a great photographer
Learn about the fascinating life and work of the Swiss photographer: René Burri - between war photo report and pictures of iconic personalities
Photographing with Artificial Light
Continuous light sources and studio flash units help to perfectly illuminate a motif. Here you’ll read about the most important differences as well as their various applications.
The History of Photography - Part 4:
In part 4 of our series “The History of Photography,” you’ll learn more about the development of colour film and colour film photography.
Good selfies mean more matches!
Good selfies, more matches! We show you how to take atmospheric self-portraits to increase your hit rate on dating platforms.
Managing and Archiving Digital Photos
We’ll give tips for the professional management of digital photos in one place. Here you will find out how to avoid mistakes and save space!
Emil Schulthess - an inspiring Swiss photographer
Discover the fascinating work of the renown Swiss photographer Emil Schulthess. Between adventurous traveler and precursor of artistic color photography.
Lightroom/Photoshop compact
There will always be situations where certain parts of a photo are not as good as you’d like them to be. Sometimes too dark, sometimes too little contrast. Get more out of your photos. Use these tricks to effectively optimise your images.
Tips: photographing autumn like a pro
Photographing autumn and its abundance of colours is ideal for any novice photographer with these very simple tips and tricks!
GoPro Photo Tips - Impressive Photos with an Action Cam
Looking for action-cam tips? We will show you how to take great GoPro photos.
All You Need to About Digital Photography
The 20 most important terms in digital photography. Photography tips – from focal length, ISO, aperture, and HDR, to exposure time.
How to select the right aspect ratio for your images
What is the right aspect ratio for your photos? We will show you how to find the right image ratio for your pictures and which factors are important.
Thank You Heroes
To say thank you to everyone who has helped during the pandemic, ifolor have commissioned a series of murals around Europe to show our appreciation and gratitude.
First impressions count: tips on taking a professional photo for job applications
In this blog post, ifolor shares expert tips and tricks on taking the perfect professional headshot photo to leave a lasting impression. Learn more here!
Light Painting
Light painting is a type of photography that creates beautiful pictures using light. We will show you how to create stunning and unique photos using light painting techniques.
Tips for aerial photographs
Taking photos and filming from above: there are a few things you should be aware of with aerial photos. We explain what is important when taking aerial photos.
The History of Photography - Part 6:
Instant cameras are an integral part of photography and are popular today like never before. Here you’ll learn everything about the Instant Camera.