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So I’m guessing not many of you are using film cameras these days. The few of you who are, good for you! This dying form of photography is still magical to me. I recently got into it again, on the sideline, and I definitely believe it’s helped me as a photographer in general. Knowing that […]
Packing the right lens is arguably as crucial as the camera settings you select — especially when it comes to street photography. Why? Each and every lens features a unique focal length or range (measured in mm). A setting that alters how much or little real-world detail ends up in the camera frame. Struggling to […]
Automatic focus (AF) has come a long way in modern cameras. Leica came out with some of the first patents for AF back in the mid-1970s and some of the early attempts to implement the feature on a wide basis were less than stellar. Most used either infrared light or sound to measure the distance […]
Have you ever wondered how photographers take those amazing shots of objects flying in midair? These types of photos are common in product and food photography, and it goes without saying that this technique requires a lot of preparation and a very concrete understanding of the process. In today’s video, photographer Mark Wallace with Adorama […]
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City streets are more than just a travel route or space to sell goods. The myriad of people from all walks of life, nations, and backgrounds offers a unique photography opportunity. A fact that’s even more true in the case of melting pots like NY! New York City-based photographer Hugh Brownstone takes full advantage of […]
Winter can be a tough time for photographers and models alike. Chilly weather, harsh conditions, and poor lighting all combine to make the job a tough one. Does this mean you should take a photography break when it’s cold outside? Photographer Gavin Hoey from Adorama doesn’t necessarily think so. Check out how he manages to […]
Feeling stagnant in your photography and photo editing journey? Mark Denney recommends you try this one exercise to truly test how far you’ve come. You may be surprised by the difference and the number of skills you’ve accumulated along the way! All you need is an old edited photo to compare and an unedited version […]
There comes a point in time when you will need to decide what type of photography you like and the specific genres you want to focus on. Most of us start out as generalists, shooting anything and everything that tickles our fancies. But eventually you need to decide on what type of photographer you are […]
How do you lead your viewer to your intended subect in an image? Photographers often make the cardinal mistake of using props or asking the model to wear something really bright. Or when shooting landscapes, exposing for the ground rather than the sky. David Bergman from Adorama explains how to make sure your viewer looks […]
