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“Real pros shoot manual.” If I had a penny for every time I had heard this in a photography forum, I could have given up wedding photography years ago and bought my own island. The sad fact is that photography forums are not really a great place to learn about photography. More often than not, […]
In the fast-paced digital age, where cameras are equipped with advanced autofocus systems, the ancient art of manual focus might seem obsolete. However, for some landscape photographers, this traditional technique remains not only relevant but preferred. Let’s delve into the reasons why manual focus can be a valuable tool for landscape photography. 1. Precision Control: […]
Photographing your dog can be a terrific way to not only get amazing photos of a beloved family member, it’s also good practice and will sharpen your over all photography skills. Like any other portrait session, the first step is to mentally pre-visualize what you want the end result to be. Please don’t skip this […]
Of all the phenomena you can view in the night sky, the northern lights may be the most spectacular. These lights, which are also known as the aurora borealis, are created by charged particles from the sun interacting with gaseous particles in our atmosphere. They also appear in the southern hemisphere, where they are known […]
Landscape photography is an art form that captures the vast beauty of nature in all its splendor. But behind every breathtaking shot, there’s often a lot of behind-the-scenes work. One of the crucial steps in this process is location scouting. Finding the perfect spot to set up your tripod can make the difference between a […]
Landscape photography can often be a pursuit of passion, filled with moments of triumph and sometimes, disappointment. There is currently a course on sale that seeks to aid photographers in their journey of capturing the essence of a landscape. The course, titled “Simply Stunning Landscapes” by Joshua Dunlop, founder of ExpertPhotography, offers a comprehensive guide […]
In the world of photography, capturing the perfect shot often depends on the stability of your camera. While tripods are the go-to solution for most, there are occasions when they might not be at hand, or they may be impractical due to location or circumstance. Fortunately, a few techniques can help you ensure a steady […]
Masking in Lightroom Mobile is a powerful technique that can transform the way you edit photos. Drawing insights from Clifford Pickett’s video tutorial, we delve into the art of isolating and enhancing specific parts of an image using Lightroom Mobile’s masking tools: Before diving into adjustments, it’s essential to understand the purpose of masking. […]
Cruising is back, and in a big way. The cruise lines are reporting excellent business as cruising passengers make up for time lost during the shut down. Many first-time cruisers are joining the rush as they realize the wonderful value one can get from a cruise holiday. As photographers, we want to make the most […]
This article is based on concepts from The Photography Action Cards if you want to dig deeper for further training. Juxtaposition is a term that applies to many different mediums, including photography. It is often alternately described as “contrast”. I tend to think of it more as contrast with a sprinkle of irony. Here is […]
