Automotive Photography Tutorials

Learn how to shoot cars with step-by-step photography tutorials, including scouting, camera settings, and lighting from automotive photographer Mike D’Ambrosio.

BMW E34 M5

The BMW E34 M5 shoot

Learn how I shot this classic BMW E34 M5, while making room for my friend to shoot video content along my favorite back road.

MINI Driving Experience

Shooting at the MINI Driving Experience
Saleen S7

Shooting the Saleen S7
Rimac Conccept One

Shooting the Rimac Concept One

Automotive Photography Tutorials

BMW M3

Shooting a car with a prime lens
Porsche 911

Shooting the Audrain Museum’s Porsche 911
Glickenhaus Boot

Shooting the Glickenhaus Boot
BMW M2

How to shoot a car in the afternoon
BMW 3 Series

Light painting a car without a light

Learn how to use available light for painting a car - no extra equipment needed. Shoot multiple layers and edit in Adobe Photoshop.

BMW G80 M3

Retouching the BMW G80 M3
BMW 335i on iPhone

Five tips for pro automotive photos with your iPhone
BMW M3

Shooting Automotive daytime running lights
3000GT vr-4 badge

Capturing automotive detail

Top 5 automotive photography myths

Learn the top 5 automotive photography myths, and how I debunk them. Learn about HDR images, camera gear, lighting and time-of-day.