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Evolution of the Canon Digital Rebel Camera

Evolution of the Canon Digital Rebel Camera

DSLR cameras have come a really long way. If you compare digital SLRs made from the early part of this century with the ones that are shipping out of factories now, there are light years of difference. There are bound to be a few eyebrows raised when making a comparison video between two cameras from […]

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Why Photographers Should Avoid Paid Contests

Why Photographers Should Avoid Paid Contests

Have you ever done spec work? It’s when you complete a finished project before you sign a contract—halfway between pitching and gambling. If you’re on the fence about the ethics behind this, this video rant by Ted Forbes should convince you to avoid it: “This is worse than working for free. When you’re working for free, at least you know you’re […]

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An Incredible Stop-Motion Adventure Through a Child’s Imagination

An Incredible Stop-Motion Adventure Through a Child’s Imagination

Oh, to be a kid again—that’s the premise behind PermaGrin Film‘s epic ode to childhood, “Imagination.” The music video, a dreamy modern cover of the famous Willy Wonka song “Pure Imagination” by Jordan Corey, is only four minutes long, but the filmmakers were clearly having so much fun that there’s nearly as much in outtakes afterward. Check it […]

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Wedding Photography Checklist

Wedding Photography Checklist

A wedding photography poses checklist is crucial to get all the shots right on the big day. But with all that’s going on, even with loads of preparation, it can be easy to miss some vital shots. It’s important to put together a full list of all the poses you need to include. The following […]

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Selfie Photo History and Tips Infographic

Selfie Photo History and Tips Infographic

Have you finally decided to jump into the world of selfies but don’t know where to start? The folks at Zippi have created this infographic to point you in the right direction: Love ’em or hate ’em, selfies are here to stay. But if you’re getting sick of them, you can always take the advice […]

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How to Share Photos Instantly with Lightroom

How to Share Photos Instantly with Lightroom

Some of you may already be using Lightroom mobile for quick edits on the fly. Most of you are aware of the benefits of shooting tethered. However, it is highly unlikely that you know about this cool feature that can combine the power of both Lightroom mobile and tethered shooting. Many times when you’re shooting […]

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How to Shoot Easy Timelapse Videos

How to Shoot Easy Timelapse Videos

In the past, we’ve explained how beginners might get started shooting timelapse photography. While time-consuming, the shooting itself isn’t as hard as it seems. In the following video, Ted Forbes shows us his three preferred methods, which involve simple cameras, no sped-up video, and no SLRs: Forbes offers three cameras as solutions: a smartphone, a Mobius Actioncam, and a Sony Rx100 Mark […]

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How to Turn a Building into a Giant Disposable Camera

How to Turn a Building into a Giant Disposable Camera

As Vancouver photographer Joel Nicholas says, artists are always documenting history, whether they’re trying to or not. When an old storage building was slated for demolition, Nicholas found a pretty profound and timely way to honor it. The building, which was over 100 years old, had seen so much change in the city and was […]

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11 Intense Photos of Extreme Weather

11 Intense Photos of Extreme Weather

It seems that wild storms and tornadoes are occurring more frequently and the consequences are more severe then ever. You probably faced some of these sights before. They’re horrible and magnificent at the same time. The forces of nature have enormous power: Share your shots of severe weather scenes in the comments below!

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4 Reasons Why You Need a Good Tripod

4 Reasons Why You Need a Good Tripod

A tripod is one of the pieces of gear that differentiates a pro from an amateur. The tripod is usually perceived as cumbersome or additional work, thus many beginners don’t bother with it. If you want to appear like a professional, it’s paramount that you have a tripod. Make sure to get the best that […]

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