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.
This article is based on concepts from the The Complete Guide to Long Exposure Photography if you want to dig deeper for further training. In long-exposure photography, what is the one decision that can make or break your photograph? The answer to that question surprised me when I started in long-exposure photography. Quick Tip My […]
Noted photographer Clifford Pickett from Urban iPhone Photography invites us on a visual journey into the world of long exposure photography and light trails in his latest video tutorial. Unleashing the photographic potential of the urban cityscape of New York City’s Grand Central Terminal, Pickett demonstrates how to use the hustle and bustle of city […]
The intricate dance of urban life, with its ceaseless ebb and flow of people, presents a unique tableau for photographers. It’s in these pedestrian tides where the essence of a city truly lies. This blog post will explore the art of long exposure photography with a specific focus on capturing pedestrian motion. From embracing unpredictability […]
Shibuya Crossing in Tokyo has to be one of the most identifiable landmarks of the city. If you are in Tokyo, don’t forget to visit this scramble intersection that you can find just outside Shibuya station. A remarkable feature of the crossing is that you can see hundreds of people pouring across the street from […]
Shutter speed works two ways on your camera: it can be used to freeze motion so everything in the frame is nice and sharp; or it can be used to blur motion so some things in the frame are blurred, giving the picture a unique look. You may be shaking your head at this; but […]
Long exposure photography is amazing. It has the potential to capture an image in a way that a human eye cannot see naturally. Combine the technique with an amazing composition and you have the recipe for an engaging and fantastic image: Captured by mmeyers76 with a Sony Alpha a7 II, the photograph is of the brown […]
Astrophotography, specifically star trail photography, offers an extraordinary way to explore and capture the awe-inspiring beauty of the night sky. Whether you are a novice photographer looking to dive into the world of astrophotography or an expert seeking to refine your techniques, this guide will provide you with practical tips and methods to capture perfect […]
A camera with manual controls gives you the power to capture some amazing effects, once you know how to use it. You can develop all the skills of a professional once you understand your manual settings. If you’ve grown up with a ‘point and shoot’ camera and have just taken the plunge with a new […]
The fans are screaming; the Bulls have the ball, and you are following number 23 as he approaches the basket. He jumps, he shoots … you score! You did get that picture just as the ball left his fingertips, didn’t you? If you got that Sports Illustrated cover shot, the ball would be frozen just […]
Waterfalls make for one of the best subjects for photographing long exposures. The silky-smooth look of the water gives the waterfall an ethereal look, thereby making it stand out from its surrounding. Even landscape photographer Attilio Ruffo is a fan of this technique and so, in this video, he shares some of his ideas to […]
