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People who invest in a digital single lens reflex (DSLR) camera make their purchase for many reasons, but most want more control over their shots. People may envision themselves selecting the appropriate lens, taking light measurements, setting the controls, and snapping the perfect photograph on the first try. Unfortunately, most people want to have more […]
Macro photography is a specialized genre of photography wherein you take life-size or more magnified images of your subjects. It usually requires a specialized lens, a bit of technical know-how, and quite a lot of patience. For beginners, in the absence of proper guidance, the experience of learning macro photography can be daunting. So, if […]
Once you pick up a camera and start taking photos, the journey to becoming a better photographer is not a simple one. It is a roller coaster ride and you’re sure to face a lot of hurdles along the way. If you want to take photos that provoke feelings and emotions—photos that really make your […]
It’s a simple question. Why am I taking pictures? What’s so special about photography compared to other visual art forms? I’m not writing this to give you an answer, but I’m sharing why I love what photography does for me and why I think it’s such a great hobby to integrate into my life, which […]
On a full-frame camera, focal lengths of 35mm or wider are considered wide angle lenses. These are great for landscape photography. Settings for best results: A) Aperture Priority Mode Whenever I conduct landscape photography, I always shoot in Aperture Priority mode. Reason being I am able to shoot with more choices of appropriate f-stops and […]
Long exposures give images a dreamy and dramatic effect. They capture the world in a way human eyes cannot. And clouds, with their subtle movements, are perfect candidates for long exposures. Photographer Mike Perea shares his tips to help you take amazing long exposure cloud photos: Perea demonstrates two ways to take long exposure photos […]
When composing a photograph, you pay attention to how you want to place your elements in the frame. Along with placement of subject, the choice of colors is important, too. Images with too many colors can get busy and distracting. On the other hand, images with a minimalist approach to color can stand out and […]
If you’re like most photographers on a budget, you’re instinctively protective of your camera lenses. They seem so delicate. They are meticulously cleaned with air blowers and special microfiber cloths. They are gently placed into padded camera bags. But is all this doting really necessary? Exactly how much abuse can lenses take? Richard Choi had […]
Quite often when you buy your first SLR (single lens reflex) camera, it comes bundled with a lens. Some stores are flexible and will let you choose a different lens (with varying cost) to take with your camera body. The lens is just as important as the body you choose, and it will determine the […]
Photographing landscapes is one of the most pleasurable kinds of photography. Not only do you have the chance to take beautiful pictures for your friends or office, but you can produce canvases, large prints, and even presents for people. How to take good landscapes depends on a few very significant things. The light you shoot […]
