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Drone Captures Stunning New Year’s Fireworks from Above

Drone Captures Stunning New Year’s Fireworks from Above

I love aerial shots. I’ve said it before—and it never ceases to astound me when I see a well made aerial video taken from a drone. That’s why I was incredibly excited when I saw the following video uploaded by Jeff Cremer: The location is Lima, Peru, and as you might imagine the timing is […]

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Photographer Rigs Remote Car Camera to Get Very Up Close and Personal with Lions

Photographer Rigs Remote Car Camera to Get Very Up Close and Personal with Lions

Most people try to avoid dangerous predators like lions, but photographer Chris McLennan’s clever remote camera setup allowed him—or rather, “Car-L”—to get in the faces of a pride of lions in Botswana and capture some otherwise-impossible shots: The setup, designed by McLennan’s friend Carl Hansen, consisted of an AquaTech Sound Blimp mounted to a 4×4 […]

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Understanding Camera Aperture

Understanding Camera Aperture

The first step in understanding camera aperture is to get a clear picture in your mind as to what it actually is. Think of a human eye. Your camera’s aperture can be likened to the pupil, which opens and closes to allow differential amounts of light through the eye to the light sensitive retina behind […]

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Iceland is a Fairytale for Photographers

Iceland is a Fairytale for Photographers

Where will you travel next? Photographers are known for planning their vacations based on the possible photo opportunities. One country that is often overlooked is Iceland. It’s a landscape photographer’s paradise. Check out what we found: Are you convinced that Iceland should be your next destination? Check out Expedition to Iceland for Timelapse Photography for more […]

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Here’s How a Stay-at-Home Dad Became a World Renowned Street Fashion Photographer

Here’s How a Stay-at-Home Dad Became a World Renowned Street Fashion Photographer

Scott Schuman used to be a stay-at-home dad. Now, he runs one of the most popular photography blogs in the world, The Sartorialist, and makes a handy living doing so. How did he do it? This PBS News Hour feature will give you an inside look into Schuman’s methods and his unique insights into fashion, street portrait photography, […]

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Wedding Photography Guidelines for Amateur Photographers

Wedding Photography Guidelines for Amateur Photographers

As a photographer there are two common questions asked at a wedding. The first question is invariably, “How much did that camera cost?” My reply is always honest and is usually met with a sharp intake of breath by the individual who asked the question. The second most common question asked is, “What advice do […]

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This is How Canon’s New Mirror Mechanism Works

This is How Canon’s New Mirror Mechanism Works

Canon’s new motor driven mirror mechanism debuted with the 7D Mark II. It’s a revolutionary new mechanism that promises reduced vibrations from the mirror flipping. The same system has been used in the new 5DS / SR. This short 43-second video demonstrates how the system works: The mirror inside your DSLR is a prime candidate for […]

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Top Photography Tips for Beginners

Top Photography Tips for Beginners

New-found interest in photography came about when the digital age made it easier to take photos and share them with a bigger audience, whether through blogs or social networking sites. Taking pictures can be a truly gratifying experience when you see the lovely outcome. Now you don’t really need a sophisticated camera to take a […]

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How to Keep Sight of Why You Love Photography

How to Keep Sight of Why You Love Photography

At some point, every photographer has to decide between shooting what they love and shooting what will pay. Some photographers make more money than they know what to do with, but they never shoot what they love, and so they always feel a little dead inside. Meanwhile, those who shoot only what they love and wholly enjoy the craft often […]

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These Adrenaline Pumping Photos Will Make Your Heart Race

These Adrenaline Pumping Photos Will Make Your Heart Race

Blink and you’ll miss it! This week we found some of the most breathtaking, adrenaline pumping scenes. If you’re into motocross, parkour, kite surfing, paragliding, rock climbing, sky diving, or any other extreme sport, you’re gonna enjoy this! If you enjoyed these, check out Scott Markewitz’s tips for shooting extreme sports.

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