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Urban Illumination: Capturing Light Trails with an iPhone

Urban Illumination: Capturing Light Trails with an iPhone

Noted photographer Clifford Pickett from Urban iPhone Photography invites us on a visual journey into the world of long exposure photography and light trails in his latest video tutorial. Unleashing the photographic potential of the urban cityscape of New York City’s Grand Central Terminal, Pickett demonstrates how to use the hustle and bustle of city […]

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Urban Portrait Photography Tips & Techniques

Urban Portrait Photography Tips & Techniques

Imagine yourself, camera in hand, walking through a busy metropolis. The sights, the sounds, and the smells of a bustling city overwhelm your senses. People all around you are scurrying to and from work. Others are sitting in outdoor cafes enjoying lunch. You can see worn out shoppers, their hands filled with packages, moving from […]

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Pattern Interrupted: A Unique Take on Architectural Photos

Pattern Interrupted: A Unique Take on Architectural Photos

In a recent, enlightening video, photographer Clifford Pickett from Urban iPhone Photography delves into the intricacies of architectural photography. Exploring the immense significance of patterns and their interruption, he opens up a new perspective for photographers aiming to capture the majestic beauty of architecture: In the realm of architectural photography, patterns play a vital role. […]

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Fishing in Times Square: A Street Photography Tutorial

Fishing in Times Square: A Street Photography Tutorial

Photography in bustling, vibrant urban spaces presents unique opportunities and challenges. The art of capturing compelling street photography involves a combination of technique, patience, and embracing serendipity, as highlighted by renowned photographer Clifford Pickett from Urban iPhone Photography in his recent video tutorial filmed in the heart of New York City: Times Square, a place […]

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Urban Photography During the Golden Hour

Urban Photography During the Golden Hour

In a recent video, photographer Clifford Pickett from Urban iPhone Photography takes us on a stunning journey through one of the city’s most iconic locations – the Brooklyn Bridge – at the crack of dawn. With the backdrop of a golden sunrise, Pickett discusses and demonstrates the art and technique of capturing photos during the […]

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Abstract Photography Tips and Techniques

Abstract Photography Tips and Techniques

Creating beautiful images is easier when you know a few photographic techniques. And that’s especially true for abstract photography. This short article covers four techniques that work very well for creating abstract images. The techniques that will be covered are selective focus, light and shadows, curves, and texture. Each one of these techniques can be […]

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Staged Street Portraiture Tips

Staged Street Portraiture Tips

In a recent tutorial video, photographer Clifford Pickett from Urban iPhone Photography takes us on an insightful journey into the world of ‘staged street portraiture’. A shift from the common candid moments often associated with street photography, Pickett emphasizes the value of engaging with subjects to create powerful, unique images: According to Pickett, there is […]

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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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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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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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