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5 Photographer Mistakes to Avoid

5 Photographer Mistakes to Avoid

Low light photographer Serge Ramelli shares some elementary beginner photography mistakes that most photographers tend to make at some point: 1. Shooting at the Wrong Time of Day Well, you probably know where this is going. Light. Shooting at the wrong time of day means not utilizing the sensational golden light at the golden hour […]

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High Key Portrait Tutorial in a Small Home Studio

High Key Portrait Tutorial in a Small Home Studio

Not all photographers are lucky enough to own a full-fledged studio. While some rent studios, others make do with a small home studio in the basement or spare room. If you fall in the latter category, photographer Gavin Hoey from Adorama has just the right tutorial for you. In this video, he walks through how […]

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16 Majestic Lighthouses To Take You Back in Time

16 Majestic Lighthouses To Take You Back in Time

Few operational lighthouses exist in the modern era, but even those no longer being used for navigational purposes are fascinating. Many beautiful examples have been captured in these photos: Share your own lighthouse photos in the comments!

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Self-Portrait Tips for the Self-Critical

Self-Portrait Tips for the Self-Critical

As ironic as it may seem, it’s not uncommon for photographers to feel a bit camera shy. Even the most talented image-makers often struggle with self-portraiture. Admittedly, bearing one’s soul to the camera can be an intimidating feat. However, as photographer Kutova Kika explains, self-portraits don’t have to be scary: As it turns out, a […]

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Unique Luminar Photo Edits for Eye-catching Landscape Results

Unique Luminar Photo Edits for Eye-catching Landscape Results

Related reminder: only a little while left to Pre-Order Luminar 4 at a Discount You might think you need to master post-processing to get incredible results with your image editing. And there are certainly people out there who successfully work through complicated manual adjustments and retouching. But you don’t need to be an editing expert […]

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How Nostalgia Affects Your Photography

How Nostalgia Affects Your Photography

Nostalgia takes us back in time and reminds us of the good old days. But nostalgia is selective in what it remembers. And the response to nostalgia vastly depends on the person experiencing it; it’s subjective. In this interesting video, photographer Jamie Windsor talks about how nostalgia affects your photography: Nostalgia and the Retro Look […]

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Photography Inspiration: 10 Ways to Stay Inspired

Photography Inspiration: 10 Ways to Stay Inspired

Inspiration is vital in any form of art. It motivates you to keep creating. However, staying inspired is a big challenge. Struggling to remain inspired can put a pause or even an end to the way an artist works. In this video, photographer Jay P. Morgan from The Slanted Lens shares 10 ways to remain […]

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Ready, Set, Frown: Portrait Photography for Emotional Response

Ready, Set, Frown: Portrait Photography for Emotional Response

Once upon a time, in a land far away, there was a photographer who always told his subjects, “Smile big for the camera.” The problem with this fairytale is that not everyone smiles all the time. Let’s say, for example, you say that to someone at a family reunion you happen to be covering, and […]

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Interior Photography: 5 Tricks

Interior Photography: 5 Tricks

Real estate photography is all about business. You often get to work for high-end clients that are willing to pay a little extra. In return, they expect equally good results from you. If you’re looking to sharpen your interior photography skills, this video from photographer Serge Ramelli will surely be of help. Here, he shares […]

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Exploring with a Self Portrait Landscape Photographer

Exploring with a Self Portrait Landscape Photographer

While smartphones have given a whole new meaning and dimension to self-portraits, serious photographers think on a grander scale. Elizabeth Gadd is a self-portrait landscape photographer who photographs herself amidst beautiful landscapes. She likes to portray a sense of contrast against a wild backdrop: “Simply put, I hike out into nature, set up my camera, […]

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