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Rembrandt lighting was named after of the great master, who often used it in his own portraits. The idea is to create a small inverted triangle of light on the subject’s cheek that is opposite the light source. This is very flattering (especially for people with prominent cheekbone structure) and was often used in old […]
Birds — with their multi-colored plumage and unique behaviors — make fascinating subjects to photograph. That said, they can be tricky to capture, particularly when in flight or even alert on land. Award-winning photographers Tony & Chelsea Northrup have some handy tips to share. Whether you’re just starting out or a pro, they can help […]
While getting started with photography, we come across a ton of resources that tell us what to do and what camera settings we should use to take better photos. But did you know that there are certain camera settings that are better off when disabled? Yes, you read that right. This is why many professional […]
The difference between a photographer and a snap-shooter is determined by the ability to consistently achieve the desired outcome through the use of tools, techniques, and artistic vision. Quite often, available light is not sufficient to fill your subject’s shadow areas, or the light may be too intense for your desired outcome. The best way […]
When we think of taking macro photos in nature, most of us imagine photographing flowers and other vegetation, or even some insects. But that’s not what we’re talking about in today’s exciting video. Today we have photographer Colby Brown who’ll show you how you can take your macro photography to the next level by working […]
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It’s easy enough to make a pretty autumn image. With cascades of color overtaking the foliage, the time of year simply lends itself to beauty. Unfortunately, a pretty picture often isn’t enough to stand out. The secret to getting a photograph that truly wows audiences is by trying out different strategies. Photographer Nigel Danson shares a few […]
I like to learn by doing—so when I opened my first RAW photo, naturally, I simply played around with the various sliders until I found a level I was happy with. But while experimenting is a vital part of learning both photography and post-processing, grasping a full understanding of the process allowed me to both […]
When we hear the phrase depth of field, most of us instantly relate it to aperture. Yes, aperture plays an important role in controlling depth of field, but it’s not the only factor. Adorama‘s Mark Wallace explains that there are three main factors that control how much of an image is in focus: 1. Aperture The […]
Photography, and in particular nature photography, does not have to be over-complicated. Unfortunately, with so many features on a new digital camera, and a manual that is impossible to read, most beginners feel much safer with their camera set to automatic. If you read that and thought, “That sounds like me!” read on. I have […]
