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Manual Mode Demystified: A Tutorial for Beginner Photographers

Manual Mode Demystified: A Tutorial for Beginner Photographers

Are you new to the fascinating world of photography? Or perhaps, you’ve been experimenting with your camera for a while, but have only relied on the “auto” mode thus far? If so, the recent tutorial video by photographer Paul Farris is could be helpful. For the sake of brevity and convenience, we will delve into […]

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Negative Space: The Unsung Hero of Architectural Photography

Negative Space: The Unsung Hero of Architectural Photography

Photographer Clifford Pickett from Urban iPhone Photography recently shared a transformative idea on how to enhance the impact of architectural photographs using an underutilized concept in photography: Negative Space. The role of negative space in photography often remains overshadowed by the main subject or structure. However, in his recent video, Pickett profoundly demonstrated how negative […]

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Breathing Life into Architectural Photography: The Human Element

Breathing Life into Architectural Photography: The Human Element

The profound impact that a human presence can bring to architectural photography is often overlooked. By placing the emphasis on a solitary figure within a vast structure, photographers can breathe life into an otherwise static setting. Clifford Pickett, an established photographer from the Urban iPhone Photography Course, highlighted this unique concept in a recent video […]

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Steam Photography Tips in Urban Environments

Steam Photography Tips in Urban Environments

In the pantheon of street photography, steam emerging from city manholes and subway vents has always held a prominent position. The ethereal wisps billowing from the city’s underbelly impart a distinctive, often otherworldly, aesthetic. They can create an element of mystery, drama, or even romance, underlining the urban narrative in a most compelling way. So […]

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Perfect Focus in Photography: A Comprehensive Guide

Perfect Focus in Photography: A Comprehensive Guide

Photography, at its core, is an art form driven by detail and precision. One vital element that often differentiates a good photo from a great one is the focus. Achieving perfect focus can transform a snapshot into a captivating image that draws the viewer in and holds their attention. Importance of Focus in Photography Focus […]

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How to Use ISO Effectively

How to Use ISO Effectively

When starting out in photography, almost everyone tells you to shoot at the lowest ISO setting. Well, it’s not a bad idea since you do get cleaner images with a lower ISO. However, if you always try and limit yourself to using the base ISO, then you’ll be missing out on a lot of opportunities. […]

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Advanced Bokeh Tips

Advanced Bokeh Tips

Combining flash with ambient light isn’t always an easy thing to do, especially when you have to balance the exposure in a way so that you get a nice bokeh going in the picture. The flash, even when it is fired at its lowest power, can produce a blinding amount of light. Gavin Hoey shows […]

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UV Filter Pros and Cons for Photographers

UV Filter Pros and Cons for Photographers

The use of UV and clear filters is a hotly debated topic in photography. In the case of film photography, it’s absolutely imperative that you use a UV filter, because film is extremely sensitive to UV rays. But if you’re using a digital camera, is it so important? Phil Steele shares his insight: The question […]

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Photographing Creative Portraits with Water in a Home Studio

Photographing Creative Portraits with Water in a Home Studio

Tired of the same ol’ same ol’ in your portraits? Try including a splash of water. It’s a lot easier than you might think and can definitely add a bit of novelty to your work. It can be a bit tricky, but with this tutorial from light-hearted photographer Gavin Hoey, you should be able to […]

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Street Photography Ideas

Street Photography Ideas

Street photography is a fascinating genre of photography that mostly involves capturing candid moments of everyday life in public places. Street photography offers endless opportunities to document authentic human life. For those who are new to street photography, it can be difficult to know what to photograph and how to make it look like street […]

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