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Timelapse of Photographers Hunting a Supermoon

Timelapse of Photographers Hunting a Supermoon

Next time a supermoon rolls around, take a moment not to watch the moon, but the photographers swarming in front of it. You’ll see a scene that looks an awful lot like this creative short film, made by nighttime photo specialist Mark Gee: Gee wrote a lengthy article about how to shoot a giant moon, and it’s […]

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Almost Found Still Life

Almost Found Still Life

The art of still life has always been part arrangement and part capture, something that is understood and accepted by critics and viewers alike. Conversely, the artistry comes in giving the impression that the subject was there and the artist just happened upon it. But most will realize that careful consideration has been given to […]

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How to Use Window Light for Portraits

How to Use Window Light for Portraits

Window light can be some of the prettiest light when shooting portraiture. It provides a nice, soft, natural light around the model, if used correctly. Photographer Daniel Norton explains that not all window light is the same. If you’re going for softness, you won’t get it on clear, sunny days with the sun shining directly […]

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Extra Reach: Monopod Technique for Elevated Photo Perspectives

Extra Reach: Monopod Technique for Elevated Photo Perspectives

Having only one leg and thus being hopelessly inferior to the tripod in terms of minimizing camera shake, the monopod doesn’t get much love from professional photographers. However, some photographers such as Joe Edelman have learned to appreciate the monopod’s functionality. “I think the monopod is potentially the most under-appreciated camera support for both still […]

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8 Levels of Photographer (But, Really 9)

8 Levels of Photographer (But, Really 9)

It’s always good to be able to laugh at yourself and show the lighter side of life. Well, the guys over at DigitalRev TV are pretty good at that, and they’re at it again with this fun take on the different levels of photographer. Using a video game style as the theme, this video hilariously lays out […]

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48 DSLR Cameras Used to Capture Fire Breathing

48 DSLR Cameras Used to Capture Fire Breathing

I always like it when resourceful photographers get their hands on some outstanding equipment and just let loose with it. The video below is made by Mitch Martinez, who set up no fewer than 48 DSLR cameras to capture these stunning shots: The slow motion itself is a fantastic visual effect, but when you see […]

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Wedding Ring Photography Technique

Wedding Ring Photography Technique

If you’re into wedding photography, you know that one image that you must have is the ring shot. As simple as the shot my seem, it’s often frustrating when you have to deal with a bad background or poor lighting. In this video Paul Keppel demonstrates an easy to use technique to make that ring […]

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How Cameras Work Infographic

How Cameras Work Infographic

When you’re new to photography, a fancy camera with all the bells and wills may seem a bit confusing. But exposure works the same no matter how simple or complicated the camera. If you’re like most photographers, you’re a visual learner, so long written explanations about f-stops and shutter speeds are of little use. This […]

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Introduction to the Rule of Thirds

Introduction to the Rule of Thirds

The rule of thirds is often spoken of as a hard-and-fast rule: frames should be divided into nine sections, three across and three down, and the most important aspects of an image must appear at the intersections of those lines. While that’s good information, it’s not a necessary restriction, as the video below shows: As […]

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The Photographer’s Workout Program

The Photographer’s Workout Program

Professional photography equipment isn’t the easiest of things to carry around. Cameras, lenses, and lights can easily weigh 8–10 pounds each. Lugging such heavy gear for extended sessions, a photographer is prone to muscle fatigue and is always at risk of injury. In this light-hearted video, Fiona of Image Studios shows how a photographer can […]

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