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Interesting Photo of the Day: Otherworldly Utah at Sunrise

Interesting Photo of the Day: Otherworldly Utah at Sunrise

Our planet is blessed with varied landscapes, many of which can leave us awestruck. These don’t only include the lush green or snow-covered landscapes—even some barren and rocky formations are beautiful enough to mesmerize us with their brilliance. Take for instance the following image by photographer Hansi. This image of Hanksville, Utah, is not much […]

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Interesting Photo of the Day: 10 Minute Exposure at Sunrise

Interesting Photo of the Day: 10 Minute Exposure at Sunrise

Taking a great looking 10-minute exposure is a challenge at the best of times. But, in the daytime, it can be an especially finicky process. Photographer Stanley Klasz has taken many long exposures and has found 10 minutes to be the magic number for the look and feel he’s going for. This particular shot by […]

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Interesting Photo of the Day: Frosty Sunrise

Interesting Photo of the Day: Frosty Sunrise

Most of us don’t exactly welcome freezing cold mornings. They make it difficult to get out of bed. But photographers who manage to get out from under the covers at an early hour are rewarded by scenery such as this: Julius Rintamäki was up early to photograph the frosty sunrise at a cottage in Levi, […]

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Interesting Photo of the Day: Autumn Sunrise in Wisconsin

Interesting Photo of the Day: Autumn Sunrise in Wisconsin

Silhouette photographs are mysterious. They give you an idea of what you are looking at but hide the details at the same time. HRs_Only‘s image of Green Isle Park in Green Bay, Wisconsin is an excellent example of nature’s silhouette with some added drama: The photographer took this image one fine autumn morning and was able […]

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Interesting Photo of the Day: Golden Gate Bridge Sunrise

Interesting Photo of the Day: Golden Gate Bridge Sunrise

Jonathan C. Dawson took the time and effort to capture this stunning photograph of the early morning sunrise at the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco. A fisherman stands alone while monitoring his two poles set up to catch the early fish. The most striking parts of this photograph are the color gradients that blend […]

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Interesting Photo of the Day: Floral Sunrise at Mt. Baker

Interesting Photo of the Day: Floral Sunrise at Mt. Baker

Landscape photography is undoubtedly a demanding genre as far as patience is concerned. You cannot just drop into a place and expect to take masterful photographs immediately. You need to factor in composition, lighting conditions and other natural elements in the frame. Planning is thus a key factor for landscape photography. Photographer Ross Schram von […]

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Interesting Photo of the Day: Foggy Sunrise

Interesting Photo of the Day: Foggy Sunrise

If you thought the thumbnail for today’s photo had an unmistakable Blade Runner vibe, you wouldn’t be the first one to think so. This image by Albert Dros is both creepy and ethereal at the same time: Dros shot this image with a Sony a7R III paired with a 100–400 lens zoomed out all the way […]

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Car Camping for Star Photos and Sunrise Landscapes

Car Camping for Star Photos and Sunrise Landscapes

Landscape photography is not something that you can simply go out and do instantly. An understanding of how light interacts with the landscape that you’re shooting is vital to take a successful photo. Otherwise, all your effort might be in vain. In this video, travel photographer Brendan van Son spends a chilly 24 hours in […]

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Interesting Photo of the Day: Sunrise at Vatnajokull Glacier

Interesting Photo of the Day: Sunrise at Vatnajokull Glacier

Iceland is undoubtedly one of those countries that is blessed with gorgeous landscapes. The beautiful mountains, the majestic waterfalls, and the stunning landscapes all come together to make Iceland an exceptionally picturesque place. When photographer Jay took the following image, he did something more. He not only composed with Iceland’s landscapes in the frame, but […]

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9 Amazing Sunrises That Make Waking Up Early Worth It

9 Amazing Sunrises That Make Waking Up Early Worth It

Sunrise is a romantic and very magical moment, and many savvy photographers try to use this opportunity of fantastic light—so called the golden hour—to shoot the sun’s rays over the landscape that surrounds them. Here are some truly breathtaking photos that we found from the early risers of the photography world: If you’re new to […]

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