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When to Use Horizontal vs Vertical Orientation for Photos

When to Use Horizontal vs Vertical Orientation for Photos

In the world of photography, whether you’re a professional or an enthusiast, understanding the impact of horizontal and vertical orientations can greatly influence the quality and storytelling power of your photos. Both orientations offer distinct benefits and can dramatically alter the viewer’s perception of a scene. This blog post delves into the differences between horizontal […]

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Harnessing Soft Light: Where & When to Find Diffused Lighting

Harnessing Soft Light: Where & When to Find Diffused Lighting

As a photographer, understanding light is as fundamental as understanding your camera. One of the most flattering and universally appealing types of lighting is diffused light. This kind of light is soft, gentle, and does not cast harsh shadows, making it ideal for a variety of photography genres. But where and when can you find […]

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A Rough Guide to Timelapse Photography

A Rough Guide to Timelapse Photography

Timelapse photography is an awe-inspiring technique that compresses hours of footage into just a few seconds, revealing the subtle beauty of slow-moving changes. Whether it’s clouds scudding across a blue sky, a bustling cityscape, or a blooming flower, timelapse allows photographers to capture the dynamics of scenes that would otherwise be too subtle for the […]

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How to Fit Photography Practice into a Busy Schedule

How to Fit Photography Practice into a Busy Schedule

In the hustle and bustle of modern life, finding time for hobbies and personal interests like photography can be a challenge. However, with a bit of creativity and planning, it’s possible to carve out time for your passion. Here are some effective strategies to incorporate photography into your busy schedule. Related note: enrollment opening soon […]

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Photography Practice: The 3 Circle Approach

Photography Practice: The 3 Circle Approach

The age-old question of the beginner photographer is… what to shoot! You have your new camera and have worked out how to use it and now what do you shoot? All dressed up and nowhere to go. Where do you get the inspiration and creativity to start taking photos? Here’s a three step approach. All […]

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Nature & Travel Photography Tips from Photo Masters

Nature & Travel Photography Tips from Photo Masters

Photo Masters is an educational website founded by pro nature and travel photographer Ian Plant. Ian has an incredible portfolio that he has been carefully building for over 20 years, and he started Photo Masters as a place where photographers can learn, develop skills, and refine their creative vision. For those of you looking to […]

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Spring Photography Tips

Spring Photography Tips

Spring and autumn are my favorite seasons for taking photographs. In spring I feel more invigorated after the winter and more inclined to get out and take new photos. Here are a few of my tips for taking photographs in spring. Landscapes Spring landscapes are colorful and the new spring growth looks great against a […]

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New: The Creative Photographer

New: The Creative Photographer

In the realm of photography, creativity serves as the heartbeat of every captivating image. While the technical aspects of photography are foundational, it’s the creative vision that differentiates a striking photograph from the ordinary. For photographers seeking to expand their creative horizons from the comfort of their homes, The Creative Visionary training suite emerges as […]

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Tips to Emphasize Your Subject in Photography

Tips to Emphasize Your Subject in Photography

When you watch a movie there is one element that never changes: a leading character. The whole movie centers around this leading player and the story is created around this subject. It is no different with a still image, like a photograph. Each photo should have its lead character, called the subject, around which the […]

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Lens Flare: From Accidental to Artistic in Photography

Lens Flare: From Accidental to Artistic in Photography

Lens flare is a phenomenon in photography that occurs when light scatters or flares in a lens system, often in response to a bright light source, creating an effect that is either intentionally used for artistic purposes or considered an undesirable artifact. This effect can add a unique, sometimes ethereal quality to images, or it […]

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