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Rescued Film Project Brings Never Before Seen WWII Photos to Life

Rescued Film Project Brings Never Before Seen WWII Photos to Life

Finding a roll of undeveloped film from more than 70 years ago is a rarity. So, what about 31 such rolls? That’s a goldmine. Imagine what it would have been like for the people at The Rescued Film Project when they stumbled upon these undeveloped rolls of film from WWII: Having found these rolls, taken […]

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DIY Extension Tubes Turn Your Lens into a Macro Lens

DIY Extension Tubes Turn Your Lens into a Macro Lens

Dedicated macro lenses can cost a lot of money. Budding macro photographers usually resort to alternate methods in order to shoot close-up photos without breaking the bank: the reverse ring technique, extension tubes, close-up filters, the list goes on. In this video, Makify shows us how to use ABS pipe to convert an ordinary prime […]

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Behind the Scenes: Movie Poster Photo Shoot with Professional Dancers

Behind the Scenes: Movie Poster Photo Shoot with Professional Dancers

Now this isn’t the sort of behind the scenes video you get to see every day. For the photographer, New York based Monte Isom, it was pretty exciting as well. When Summit Entertainment contacted Isom about shooting the key art for their upcoming film Step Up All In, he knew exactly what to expect. He […]

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Black & White Lightroom Presets

Black & White Lightroom Presets

Simply clicking the black & white setting in Lightroom can leave otherwise great photos feeling a bit dull. It takes some know-how to get them looking their best. This set of Lightroom presets takes out the guess work and makes it easy to create beautiful black and white photos. It includes 50 one-click presets that allow […]

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A Speedlight Primer for Photographers

A Speedlight Primer for Photographers

You don’t need a huge studio lighting setup to get professional results. Joseph W. Carey proves that all you need is a speed light to get started with flash. Watch his in-depth presentation to see how you can shoot big with a small flash: Carey considers himself to be an available light shooter, and he […]

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How to Take Beautiful Portraits in Small Spaces

How to Take Beautiful Portraits in Small Spaces

After your have seen this video, you will no longer complain that you don’t have a professional studio. Miguel Quiles is a portrait and wedding photographer, and to demonstrate that you don’t need more than just a few feet of space to shoot gorgeous images, he sets up a session in a small area right […]

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Large Format Photography Project Focuses on Girlhood

Large Format Photography Project Focuses on Girlhood

Sometimes it takes time to see what your images mean in the grand scheme of things. Discovering that theme can lead to powerful stories that can inspire others. Photographer Angela Strassheim‘s latest exhibit, Project Atrium, illustrates the transition from a child to adult. All that from a female point of view: Strassheim uses a 4×5 […]

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How a Polarizer Filter Works

How a Polarizer Filter Works

A polarizing filter is probably the most useful filter you can use with your camera. It removes polarized light from the image, thus reducing reflections and glare, while at the same time increasing color saturation—especially that of a blue sky. A circular polarizing filter works by rotating an outer ring to vary the amount of […]

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Tips for Creating a Professional Photography Portfolio

Tips for Creating a Professional Photography Portfolio

People love great pictures, and you can make a lot of money if you’re a great photographer. Although, for this to be the case, you need to first create a professional portfolio in order to attract great clients. To help you out, here are some tips on how to create an impressive photography portfolio: Only […]

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Cityscape Photography in New York with Peter Lik

Cityscape Photography in New York with Peter Lik

Chances are you’re probably already familiar with the work of Peter Lik even if you’re not aware that you are. With a little a little help from his camera, the well known photographer has managed to capture some of the worlds most scenic landscapes. On a recent trip to the Big Apple, the Australian native […]

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