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Why a Standard Lens is Perfect for Street and Travel Photography

Why a Standard Lens is Perfect for Street and Travel Photography

Standard lenses (also called normal lenses) have a kind of mystique amongst photographers. Perhaps it’s because Henri Cartier-Bresson was famous for using one, maybe it has something to do with nostalgia for the times when most cameras came with a 50mm kit lens rather than the zooms that are common today. Regardless, if you are […]

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Balance and Visual Weight in Landscape Photography

Balance and Visual Weight in Landscape Photography

Final day: only hours left for the Simply Stunning Landscapes Course at $200 Off Landscape photography is all about capturing the essence of a place and evoking emotion in the viewer. One of the most effective ways to achieve this is by understanding and using the principles of balance and visual weight. These concepts help […]

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The Atmospheric Recipe for Breathtaking Sunsets

The Atmospheric Recipe for Breathtaking Sunsets

Relevant reminder: only 1 day left for the Simply Stunning Landscapes Course at $200 Off Every evening, as the sun dips below the horizon, we are often treated to a display of vibrant colors splashed across the sky. These sunsets, with their varying hues and intensities, never fail to mesmerize us. But have you ever […]

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Why Aperture Priority Is the Best Mode for Wedding Photography

Why Aperture Priority Is the Best Mode for Wedding Photography

“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, […]

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How to Create Stunning Portraits of Your Dog

How to Create Stunning Portraits of Your Dog

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 […]

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How to Photograph the Northern Lights

How to Photograph the Northern Lights

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 […]

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Simply Stunning Landscape Photography

Simply Stunning Landscape Photography

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 […]

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Camera Stability Hacks When a Tripod Isn’t an Option

Camera Stability Hacks When a Tripod Isn’t an Option

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 […]

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How to Use the Masking Select Sky Tool in Lightroom Mobile

How to Use the Masking Select Sky Tool in Lightroom Mobile

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. […]

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Cruising With Your Camera

Cruising With Your Camera

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 […]

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