There's Nothing New in Photography!
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I am hearing that there is nothing new in photography more these days. Let’s examine this lament.
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Do I Crop? If so, when?
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Knowing when and how to crop is part of the creative process. if you only doing it to fit a picture frame, you are making a mistake
Read MoreHow to Spot Meter Successfully
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Learning to spot meter properly is both art and science. This article will get you started
Read MoreWhy Expose to the Right Makes More Sense Than Ever
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The use of the Expose To The Right methodology allows you to maximize the capability of your sensor without losing highlights while providing significantly more shadow detail, all without the hassle and weird results of using HDR.
Read MoreTips for Better Black and White Photography
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In this article I discuss learning to see in black and white as a requirement for better black and white photographs.
Read MoreFill Flash Made Simple
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This article is meant for photographers who want to expand their skills and comfort levels with controlled light. While it will work for snapshot makers, it does require a tiny bit of work.
Read MoreYour Simplest Way to Improve Your Lighting
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In this article, learn how a very simple tool can really make the difference in your single light photographs
Read MoreA New (Old) Approach to Street Photography
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Good street photography is tougher now than ever. A step back in time and approach might make your success greater.
Read MoreAdding Flash Most of the Time
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Are there images where flash doesn’t add value? Yes, but they are much rarer than you probably think
Read MoreBest Practices for Wide Angle Lens Success
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A lot of users of wide angle lenses complain that their images are lacking the snap and emotion that was expected. In this article, photographers share their best practices for wide angle success.
Read MoreThe Perfect? Portrait Lens
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Picking the right lens to make portraits is easy by following this simple guide
Read MoreTo Crop or Not to Crop. Is it really a question?
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Hello folks. The subject of cropping images has come up again recently so I thought it was a decent time to take a whack at the topic.
Read More12 Tips for Great People Photographs (and a couple of PRO SECRETS!)
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All photographers make images of people. Most often, these photos are of family or friends, simple casual photos that make lasting memories. This time, I’m going to give you my top simple tips for great people photos. Turn snapshots into great shots!
Read MoreTips for Spring Photography
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In this article I share some valuable tips for photography in spring. I also share some best practices for shooting in the best light possible, which means it’s wet
Read MoreMust Have Light Shaper : The Umbrella
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Every photographer should have at least one light shaper and if only one, it should be an umbrella. There is nothing simpler, easier to use and more forgiving
Read MoreVideo Success! On Your Smartphone!
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It’s time for the smartphone video challenge. Take it on if you dare! (Seriously it’s as easy as drinking water)
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Understanding High Speed Sync
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Understanding and using High Speed Sync for flash opens a whole new realm of lighting possibilities without the constraint of a maximum shutter speed with flash.
Read MoreUnderstanding Print File DPI Requirements
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Selecting the correct dots per inch value when printing your own photos directly or for preparing a print file to send to an external printer is very important. There is a lot of chatter on the Internet that says choose 300 dpi, set and forget. For small prints, this makes sense, but will result in large files and significant use of ink unnecessarily for larger prints. It behooves any photographer who prints to understand DPI and how to determine the optimal settings.
Read MoreDo You Use AUTO-ISO? You Should Be!
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If you do not presently use AUTO-ISO, why not? Join me to discover why you probably should
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