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Light painting is one of the lesser known techniques in photography and is usually only carried out by serious night owls… and some very keen photographers. Primarily performed at night and outdoors, such night captures can make scenes look more dramatic than they would under normal conditions. Light painting is not a new thing. It’s […]
Usually, when photographers talk about long exposures they mean that the shutter is open for longer than can easily be hand held, though it’s surely not as simple a definition as that. The first rule of thumb for a hand-holdable shot—the focal length reciprocal rule: If your focal length is 30mm, then you should be […]
Have you ever come across a situation where the colors in your images look different once you upload them to the web? This issue arises because of something called color space. A basic understanding of how color space works can save you serious time and headaches. Aaron Nace discusses the differences between various color spaces […]
Each summer, at air shows across the globe, awestruck spectators enjoy the power and precision of aerial demonstration teams and individual performers. In addition to what is happening in the air, there are often static displays on the ground. For photographers, these events provide outstanding photographic opportunities. After you shoot your first air show, you […]
When it comes to waterfall landscape photos, it’s usually the waterfall that adds life to the image. But there are so many ways to shoot them. If you’re looking for answers and ideas regarding waterfall photography, we have the right video for you. Professional landscape photographer Nigel Danson shares some amazing tips on capturing waterfalls […]
HDR (high dynamic range) is a subject that gets a lot of attention, both positive and negative, within the photography community. Because the topic can be so polarizing it seems like there are many myths or misunderstandings surrounding HDR photography. In this article we’ll take a look at nine common myths and why they are […]
Don’t you just hate it when you find yourself trapped inside because of the weather? A good day for photography wasted. But you can still use your creative ideas indoors and get some interesting shots. In this video, Gavin Hoey from Adorama shares his tips for creating simple, beautiful sparkler shots using a light bulb […]
Every time we’re outdoors taking photos, we’re at nature’s mercy as far as lighting and weather conditions are concerned. You can’t expect the conditions to be in your favor all the time. And in reality, when things do go south, instead of whining, as photographers we should be prepared to make the situation work for […]
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Street photography is fun for sure, and it can get a lot more interesting – even adventurous if you’re visiting new places. You can further take the experience to the next level by doing some street photography in a different country. The different people, lifestyles, and surroundings can make your photography experience memorable. If you’re […]
