Putting your own special twist on your photography, such as approaching your subjects in a certain way, shooting from different angles and locations, or editing with your own unique style, can make your work stand out from the rest. But finding your own style isn’t always easy, it takes vision to create your own path. This week we’re finding creative inspiration from these photographers who keep their shots and styles unique. Give them a follow and tag your own Sony shots with #BeAlpha for the chance to be featured on AlphaUniverse.com. Then follow @sonyalpha for your daily dose of Sony inspiration.

Tag your Sony shots with #BeAlpha for the chance to be featured on AlphaUniverse.com, and follow @sonyalpha for your daily dose of Sony inspiration.

Chris Orwig – @chrisorwig

Chris is a photographer, author, teacher and Sony Artisan of Imagery based in California. He creates impressively authentic portraits, and he’s even released a book with his instruction, insights and inspiration on how to do it. His portraits are unique because he works to go beyond the surface of his subjects, revealing their depth. Follow him for more and watch the YouTube video below where he discusses how to find your own unique style in photography.

Jude Allen – @jude_allen

Jude is a Los-Angeles based photographer and member of the Alpha Collective. He specializes in landscape, portrait and travel photography, and is known for his unique style of editing. You can learn more about the Sony Alpha gear he uses to create his photos in his What’s In My Bag article. See more of his style in the photos below that he took with the Sony α7R III and Sony 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 G Master, and make sure you read the caption for his inspiring words on staying creative! 

Humza Deas – @humzadeas

Humza is a photographer, videographer and member of the Alpha Collective. Two of his other hobbies, skateboarding and flying in helicopters, give his photos some of the most unique perspectives out there. Whether their action shots hovering from high above, or action shots rolling from the ground, you’ll never have a dull moment in your feed if you follow him!

Paola Franqui – @monaris_

Paola is another member of the Alpha Collective who loves to tell stories through her photography. Her moody street style and eye for unique angles and reflections give her photos a depth that you don’t always see on Instagram. Watch the video below to learn more about how she uses reflections in her photography and give her a follow for more.

Mike Karas – @mike.karas

Mike Karas is a travel and adventure photographer capturing and sharing beautiful and unique scenes from around the world. How does he make sure he walks away with a unique photo from popular locations every time? You can learn more about that and how he captured the photo below with his Sony α7R III and Sony 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master here in his recent article.