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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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Best Spots for Street Photography in a City

Best Spots for Street Photography in a City

Street photography is an art form that thrives on spontaneity, capturing candid moments of urban life that tell a story or evoke a particular feeling. While every city is unique, offering its own rhythm and character, there are common types of locations within any urban environment where street photographers can find compelling subjects and scenes. […]

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Eclipse Photography: Protecting Your Eyes & Camera Sensor

Eclipse Photography: Protecting Your Eyes & Camera Sensor

When you point your camera at the sun without a solar filter, especially during an eclipse, you’re essentially focusing intense sunlight onto your camera’s sensor. This can have detrimental effects. The Perils for Camera Sensors Camera sensors, much like the human eye, are sensitive to the intense light emitted by the sun. Without a solar […]

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Eclipse Photography 101: Avoiding Rookie Mistakes

Eclipse Photography 101: Avoiding Rookie Mistakes

Photographing a total solar eclipse is an exciting endeavor that photographers of all levels look forward to. However, due to the unique challenges it presents, many photographers, especially those attempting it for the first time, make some common mistakes. Understanding these pitfalls can help you capture this celestial event successfully. Here’s a breakdown of the […]

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The Photographer’s Journey: Enhancing Skills Through Routine Practice

The Photographer’s Journey: Enhancing Skills Through Routine Practice

Photography, like any art or skill, thrives on consistency. The journey to becoming an adept photographer is paved with continual learning, experimentation, and regular practice. Understanding why consistent practice is pivotal can be the difference between stagnation and growth in your photographic journey. Related note: enrollment opening soon for PictureCorrect Insiders Consistent practice in photography […]

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