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Understanding Focal Lengths

Understanding Focal Lengths

Focal length is the distance between the optical center of a lens and the point where it converges a beam of light to form a sharp image. In photography, the focal length of the lens determines the field of view and the magnification of the subject. Understanding focal lengths and their uses can allow you […]

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Steam Photography Tips in Urban Environments

Steam Photography Tips in Urban Environments

In the pantheon of street photography, steam emerging from city manholes and subway vents has always held a prominent position. The ethereal wisps billowing from the city’s underbelly impart a distinctive, often otherworldly, aesthetic. They can create an element of mystery, drama, or even romance, underlining the urban narrative in a most compelling way. So […]

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Symmetry: The Hidden Key to Stunning Architectural Photos

Symmetry: The Hidden Key to Stunning Architectural Photos

Urban photographer Clifford Pickett has taken us on a visual journey to The Oculus in New York City in this recent video, delving into the art of symmetry in architectural photography. Pickett’s insights on this powerful compositional technique shed light on how photographers can take stunning photos by observing and manipulating symmetry. Here are the […]

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Skyline Photography Tips

Skyline Photography Tips

Photography is a form of art that allows you to freeze a moment in time, to capture a view, a mood, or a perspective. One of the most rewarding forms of this art is skyline photography. It presents an opportunity to capture the soul of a city, showcasing the juxtaposition of nature and man-made structures. […]

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How to Capture Pockets of Light in Urban Photography

How to Capture Pockets of Light in Urban Photography

Professional photographer from Clifford Pickett from Urban iPhone Photography, recently shared his insightful approach to capturing light’s fascinating nuances in an urban environment. His tutorial delves into the intriguing concept of ‘pockets of light’ and elucidates how they can be used to create compelling, dramatic results in photography: The core essence of Pickett’s technique lies […]

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New: Urban iPhone Photography

New: Urban iPhone Photography

Photography and exploration have always been a match made in heaven. The joy of capturing a moment in time, an emotion, a story is unparalleled. However, when it comes to urban photography, many find their photos lacking the same vibrancy and life they see in the city around them. This might leave you questioning whether […]

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Getting Started with Sunset Photography

Getting Started with Sunset Photography

Sunsets offer magical windows of time where everything appears alluring. No wonder photographers flock to locations with the objective of shooting during sunsets. Thanks to the magical touch of the golden hour, a photograph’s level of attractiveness appears to level up by at least a couple notches. However, this does not mean that taking photos […]

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Life in Slow Shutter: Mastering Pedestrian Motion in Long Exposure Photography

Life in Slow Shutter: Mastering Pedestrian Motion in Long Exposure Photography

The intricate dance of urban life, with its ceaseless ebb and flow of people, presents a unique tableau for photographers. It’s in these pedestrian tides where the essence of a city truly lies. This blog post will explore the art of long exposure photography with a specific focus on capturing pedestrian motion. From embracing unpredictability […]

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Tips for Bringing Artificial Photo Lighting Outdoors

Tips for Bringing Artificial Photo Lighting Outdoors

Despite the power light has over an image, many photographers are a bit hesitant to work with artificial sources. After all, it’s much easier and less intimidating to simply use what the sun has to offer. And often times, available light on its own is beautiful. However, as photographer Gavin Hoey from Adorama explains, playing it safe won’t […]

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The Challenge of Photographing Classic Sites

The Challenge of Photographing Classic Sites

Classic or iconic sites. There’s a multitude of these all around the world. They are so popular that they are visited by millions of people every year. As a result, there are also millions of images of each of them. As photographers, our challenge is how to give our photographs of these sites a personal […]

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