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Choosing the right type of paper to print your photos on can be a daunting task. There are several paper options available, each with its own unique characteristics that can affect the final result. In this blog post, we will discuss how to choose the best type of paper to print a photograph. Consider the […]
While the default way to lock focus is by pressing the shutter release button half-way, the back button focusing method decouples the focus function from the shutter release button. Many photographers have divided opinions on this matter but the conclusions are skewed toward the benefits of this method. Photographers Tony & Chelsea Northrup discuss how back […]
A lens hood is a simple tool that does some important work. Its primary purpose is to block direct light from striking the front element of the lens. This reduces unwanted flares and ghosting, thereby boosting contrast. It also helps in protecting the front element of the lens. In this video, COOPH presents a hack to […]
In this video, renowned French photographer Serge Ramelli shares his secrets to capturing the best possible Northern Lights photos. He starts by emphasizing the importance of finding a cool foreground element and provides an example of a mountain with a unique shape: Ramelli then explains the process of taking two separate photos – one of […]
Today’s quick tip comes from the PictureCorrect Fundamental Cheat Sheets which are currently 75% off for a Summer Sale. Camera autofocus modes refer to the different ways in which a camera’s autofocus system can be set to focus on a subject. Each mode has its own strengths and weaknesses, and can be used in different […]
Photography is an art form that relies heavily on lighting to create the desired effect. While natural light is often preferred, it is not always the best option to achieve the look you want. In his YouTube video, photographer Taylor Willard discusses the ultimate budget flash setup to get you started in portrait photography when […]
Today, the idea of dots per inch (dpi) is often confused with pixels per inch (ppi). So much so that they’re often used interchangeably. But if you need to send an image to print, understanding how dpi/ppi affects your resolution and print quality is a must. To help us out on the matter, David Bergman shares […]
One of the most enjoyable parts of creating black and white images is what comes after the actual black and white conversion. Because once it’s in B&W, all that remains is light and shape. From there the process becomes a matter of painting light onto shapes you want to accentuate, and away from shapes you […]
In this video tutorial, photographer Emil Pakarklis from iPhone Photo Academy shares seven little-known tricks for taking incredible iPhone photos that leave everyone speechless. He begins by explaining that the easiest way to make your photos stand out is by changing the angle you shoot from. Most photos are taken from the height of a […]
Today’s case study on an award-winning landscape photo was kindly shared with us by Ignacio Palacios, author of the Dissecting Award Winning Shots which is designed to help photographers gain the confidence and understanding of how to build their images to an award-winning standard. ‘Ice Hole’ is a composite image created from two images taken […]
