VSCO Learn

Learn photography with VSCO. Explore tools, techniques, and inspiration
Photography Basics
Pink flower with blurred background

What is bokeh in photography? Learn how to create a bokeh effect in your photos through camera settings, shooting techniques, and photo editing.

Fujifilm X-Pro3 on a wooden table with the sun coming through window blinds.

Wondering what camera to buy? Learn how to choose the best camera for professional photography (Canon, Sony, Fuji, Nikon, Panasonic, Leica, OM Systems, & more).

A painter’s palette resting on an antique blue metal chair at an arts fair in Balboa Park, San Diego, CA taken by photographer Zach Hodges and shared on VSCO

Learn how to use the VSCO photo and video editing app. Our photography expert Zach Hodges walks through how to edit images, share photos, and build community on VSCO.

Photography Tips & Techniques

Blur the lines between photographer and subject

Video Tips & Tricks

Photographing from the sidelines

Photography Guides
Night sky and bright stars above evergreen forest trees taken by an astrophotographer

Astrophotography is a fascinating and magical field in photography

Woman wearing a large sun hat with eyes closed looking up at the sun edited with a black and white VSCO filter

A photographers guide to black and white photography

Two older women in peacoats with arms linked walking away from the camera on city street

For street photographers, the camera offers a means to make sense of the world as it happens around them

Curated Photo Collections

Capture the tempo of the street. Browse our curated collection of street photography.

Lights. Cameras. Action. Browse our curated collection of sports photography.

Buildings come in countless sizes, shapes, and designs. Browse our curated collection of architectural photography.

Photographer Stories
Creative connections in VSCO Spaces
The work of Piesie Agyemang
Bright colors, bold lines
The work of Will Milne
Photography Business
Product photo by James Lacroix

Get tips and techniques for taking better professional product photos, product photography setup and gear for photographing products, & working with brands.

Abstract photo by product photographer davideditria

Looking to pursue a product photography career? Get tips to improve skills, setup/gear, & to find jobs in our guide on how to become a product photographer.

Professional photography by Liza Gershman

Showing photography in art galleries is a great opportunity for selling photos & marketing yourself as a photographer. Learn tips for showcasing photographs.

Guides for Brands & Businesses
Makeup artist touching up model during commercial photography photoshoot

Great commercial photography & visual marketing helps your brand or business thrive. Learn what commercial photography is & why it’s important for advertising.

Photographer holding up a licensed photograph print for a brand

Considering licensing images for your brand, advertising, or commercial use? Learn more on photo licensing— license types, image usage, royalties, and more.

Preview screen of a camera showing product photo of a bottle and glass

High quality product photography can make all the difference for your brand. Explore our guide on how to find and choose a product photographer.