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With every new version Lightroom gets better and better, but every time they change things it means photographers have to dedicate some time to learning those new features. Pro photographer Phil Steele recently updated his popular training course on how to master all aspects of the program, including new features in the latest version of […]
Sometimes your camera confirms that the AF has been locked but when you review the image later, you see that the camera has missed critical focus. This “false positive” AF lock occurs most often in low light or with a low contrast subject. Photographer Steve Perry has a solution for you. In this video, he […]
Diagonal lines are used by photographers to lead a viewer’s eyes to a particular spot in the composition. This spot is often the subject or very near the subject. Create Visual Tension Visual tension is created by a diagonal line. This tension is heightened when it intersects with other lines or other vital elements in […]
Your camera and lenses are equipment that help you to capture a moment in time. If you’re a professional, they’re the tools that help you get the job done. And no, you don’t have to treat your gear like your babies. But it’s important that you handle them with care. And care becomes even more […]
In this blog post, we will be discussing the most important takeaways from Emil Pakarklis‘ video on capturing amazing panoramic photos with your iPhone. Pakarklis demonstrates how to create breathtaking panoramic photos using the iPhone’s camera features while shooting in a stunning location – Gauja National Park: Key Takeaways: Find the right location: A breathtaking […]
Star trail photography is an interesting way to depict the earth’s rotation on its axis. Polaris is a star that’s aligned with the earth’s axis of rotation – hence it’s called the pole star. So, if we capture a long exposure of the sky, it will seem as if all the other stars are revolving […]
This article is based on concepts from Collier’s Guide to Night Photography. Our readers can currently get a discount by using the promo code picturecorrect at checkout. When photographing at night, the moon will often be your primary source of light. It is therefore very important to know how your photos will appear under different […]
Every February, nature enthusiasts, photographers, and tourists gather in Yosemite National Park for a truly magical phenomenon – the Firefall. During this two-week period, if the conditions are right, a waterfall appears to flow like molten lava as the sun sets, casting a fiery glow upon El Capitan’s face. Photographer Chris Brockhurst embarked on a […]
Wide angle lenses are an obvious choice when it comes to landscape and street photography. They offer a wide angle of view thereby getting everything (with a capital E) in the frame. That’s an excellent thing. However, it also has its downsides. Photographer Mark Wallace shares a few simple tips on how to get the […]
After graduating from photography school, I spent a good deal of my twenties photographing the cityscapes of New York. In my thirties, after I relocated to upstate New York, I discovered a new muse: the landscape. What’s so nouveau about the landscape? You’ll only understand this after living in a cramped, fifth floor walk-up apartment—with […]
