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Timelapse, Introduction to Still Photographs in Motion

Timelapse, Introduction to Still Photographs in Motion

The author of this new timelapse guide, a landscape photographer, says “still images are how I capture a moment: a split second of perfect tension. Shooting time-lapse photographs adds a whole new dimension to the stories I’m trying to tell. It’s my moving still.” The possibilities available to the aspiring photographer today, even on a tight […]

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Astrophotography Telescopes: Types & Comparisons

Astrophotography Telescopes: Types & Comparisons

As more and more tools become available to the common photographer, astrophotography is beginning to see an increase in popularity. Though the specialized genre of photography still requires some astronomy specific equipment, such as the telescopes we will be discussing in the video below, the initial cost of the hobby is more within the realm of many hobbyists. If you’re interested […]

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How to Edit and Compile Action Sequence Photography

How to Edit and Compile Action Sequence Photography

Photoshop lets us do a lot of cool things. The only problem is trying to figure out how to do them. In this tutorial video, Pete Webb shows how to use Perfect Layers to build an action sequence composite. The same method applies for Photoshop and can be used on just about an photo you […]

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Photography 101

Photography 101

Oftentimes the smallest adjustment can make a huge impact on the quality of a photograph. The problem is, these adjustments aren’t always obvious in the moment that you’re taking the photo. In the hour and half long video below, Jeff Cable delivers an in depth primer on the essentials of photography. Don’t let the length of this […]

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Pulling Still Photos From DSLR Video, the New Canon 1D-C

Pulling Still Photos From DSLR Video, the New Canon 1D-C

Jay P. Morgan recently got his hands on a Canon 1D-C and, like any curious photographer, decided to put the DSLR through some rigorous testing by way of motion picture photography. The 1D C is most notably known among videophiles as an affordable moving image monster capable of capturing cinematic footage at 4k, something previously available only on much more […]

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Interior Composition in Architecture Photography

Interior Composition in Architecture Photography

(Rewind) Taking eye-catching photographs of interiors is more difficult than simply pointing and shooting. To compose an effective image, it takes some forethought and careful consideration of your surroundings. To improve our understanding of photographic composition, professional photographer Scott Hargis provides this very helpful insider look into the art of interior photography: Shooting as wide […]

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New York City in One Day via Timelapse Photography

New York City in One Day via Timelapse Photography

Timelapse photography, in case you’re not familiar, is a time-consuming process which requires a true passion for the art, besides deep and thoughtful concentration. In short, the process consists of taking a series of photographs (often long exposures as used in this project), which will be later joined together and played back as a video, resulting […]

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Behind the Scenes of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition Cover Photo

Behind the Scenes of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition Cover Photo

If you haven’t seen it yet, Upton’s cover shot takes place on the cold continent of Antarctica where temperatures are often below freezing. All the Sports Illustrated stuff aside, it’s interesting to see the crew’s simple lighting setup that resulted in the cover photo. All of the crew is wearing thick jackets and sunglasses to […]

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Getting Involved & Connecting With Photography Subjects

Getting Involved & Connecting With Photography Subjects

With years of experience comes years of adventure and excursions. David Alan Harvey has all those things and has turned his insights into an inspiring mini documentary which you can watch below. Harvey, who has completed over 40 stories for National Geographic and has been awarded The Photographer of The Year award, reflects on why […]

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Photographing Ice Climbers in the Dark

Photographing Ice Climbers in the Dark

Shooting in the dark is almost impossible, but not if you use the right equipment. Or at least this was what Nikon ambassador photographer Kamil Tamiola tried to achieve with state-of-the-art camera and lighting equipment. Set in the icy mountains of Cogne, in Italy, Kamil was joined by ice climber, mountain guide and rescue instructor […]

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