Long Exposure Photography131 articles

Want to capture what the eye can’t see? With these long exposure photography tips, you’ll be a quick expert in star and car trails. Don’t forget your tripod.

The Black Card Technique: Your Secret Weapon for Stunning Fireworks Photography

The Black Card Technique: Your Secret Weapon for Stunning Fireworks Photography

The black card technique is used in long exposure photography and can be particularly effective for shooting fireworks. The goal is to prevent overexposure and to capture multiple bursts of fireworks in a single frame. Final day: only hours left for the Fireworks Photography Guide July 4 Sale Here is how you can use this […]

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6 Reasons to Try Long Exposure Photography

6 Reasons to Try Long Exposure Photography

The purchase of a nine stop neutral density filter two years ago changed my approach to landscape photography. It allowed me to take photos using shutter speeds of one minute or longer and gave me a new way of photographing the sea (I live on the coast at the bottom of New Zealand’s North Island). […]

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Photographing Traffic at Night in the City

Photographing Traffic at Night in the City

Moving traffic is like a city’s bloodstream—it’s always moving, pulsating through veiny streets, which can bring your photography to life if you know how to capture it. When it comes to traffic moving in the evening, you have a few technical options to catch a cool scene. It all boils down to shutter speed: a […]

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Capturing the Cosmos: Essential Tips for Star Trail Photography

Capturing the Cosmos: Essential Tips for Star Trail Photography

Star trail photography captures the apparent motion of the stars across the night sky due to Earth’s rotation. This genre of photography requires patience, precision, and a keen eye for detail. Here are some essential tips to help you capture stunning star trail images. Related reminder: only 1 day left for the Complete Landscape Guide […]

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How to Use Bulb Mode on a Camera

How to Use Bulb Mode on a Camera

There is a special setting on all DSLR and mirrorless cameras that allows the photographer to go beyond the longest automatic shutter speed setting of 30 seconds. In fact, this special setting allows infinitely longs exposures to be made. This is the Bulb setting, or Bulb exposure mode. The shutter speed range on a DSLR […]

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Fireworks Photography Settings

Fireworks Photography Settings

Final day: only hours left for the Fireworks Photography eBook at 55% Off Taking photos of fireworks can be tricky, but with the right camera settings, you can capture some beautiful images. Here are some starting settings you can use and adjust as per your needs: Mode: Manual (M). Aperture (f-stop): Depending on your lens, […]

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Intentional Camera Movement Techniques

Intentional Camera Movement Techniques

Ever since I started taking photographs about 30 years ago, capturing the sense of movement to create abstract images has been a passion of mine, and when I discovered ICM, a whole new world of photography opened up for me. Intentional Camera Movement is the when the camera is moved in horizontal, vertical, diagonal, or […]

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How to Photograph Traffic Streaks

How to Photograph Traffic Streaks

Quick reminder: only a few days left for the Photo Adventure Cheat Sheets at 80% Off Capturing the dynamic motion of traffic streaks can transform an ordinary cityscape into a vibrant, energetic scene. These streaks, created by the movement of vehicles’ lights during long exposures, can add a sense of motion and drama to your […]

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Waterfall Photography Debate: Fast vs. Slow Shutter Speeds

Waterfall Photography Debate: Fast vs. Slow Shutter Speeds

Related note: only a little while left for the new Photo Adventure Cheat Sheets at 80% Off Waterfall photography is a genre that captivates many with its ethereal beauty and dynamic compositions. One of the age-old debates within this realm is whether to use fast or slow shutter speeds when capturing waterfalls. Both approaches have […]

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Camera Stability Hacks When a Tripod Isn’t an Option

Camera Stability Hacks When a Tripod Isn’t an Option

In the world of photography, capturing the perfect shot often depends on the stability of your camera. While tripods are the go-to solution for most, there are occasions when they might not be at hand, or they may be impractical due to location or circumstance. Fortunately, a few techniques can help you ensure a steady […]

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