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Taking good night photos is a challenge for some, but, over time and with practice, photographers will be able to take breathtaking night photos. Taking spectacular pictures of the night sky is difficult for a lot of photography enthusiasts, but most have attempted it at least once. They can be some of the most spectacular […]
What is the Rule of Thirds? Firstly, it may be useful to answer the question ‘What is the Rule of Thirds?’ for those that are not familiar with this term. It’s essentially the ‘rule of thumb’ of photography, though unlike a ‘rule of thumb’ it’s a theory that can be put in to use immediately, […]
Bosque del Apache Wildlife Refuge Each year around Thanksgiving you’ll find the Festival of the Cranes in Socorro, New Mexico. If you enjoy photographing wildlife, particularly birds, you will love a trip to the Bosque del Apache Wildlife Refuge which is where you’ll find oodles of birds about twenty minutes down the road from Socorro. […]
As the autumn leaves fall gently by the wayside and winter sets in, I would like to share a few personal thoughts about why flying small drones to take your photography to new heights is something photographers should consider. The time of year you choose to learn can most certainly add to the attraction. My […]
It’s no surprise that photography equipment is expensive. Think of the engineering and workmanship that goes into lenses and DSLR bodies. As with everything, there are always levels of expense. Lets examine lenses specifically. The professional-class lenses tend to have fewer issues. Yet, trade-off’s always exist with either professional or consumer glass. So […]
Fun Portrait Photography Ideas Great portraits are magical because they give the photographer a chance to tell the viewer the story of the subject. Portrait photography also happens to be one of the most popular types of images requested of photographers. Since you’ll be shooting so many portrait sessions, it’s easy to get burned out […]
A photograph is truly worth a thousand words especially when it is a UV reflectance photo! OMG, that’s frightening! Our motto is to prevent skin cancer one child at a time and not to make the sun the enemy. However, UV reflectance photography provides a powerful personal snapshot of pigment change related to sun exposure. Because […]
Whether you are creating nature photos just as a way to pursue your hobby and unwind your mind, or with the intent to share your art with others and inspire them, you need to be aware there are certain factors that influence the outcome of your efforts. Yet, if you do it properly, the results […]
In the arc of becoming an infrared artist there are certain milestones along the way. The first is that moment when you first see an IR image and your heart skips a beat. For me that was in high school when I had exhausted the photo classes available to me by junior year and my […]
As any photographer charged with photographing artificially low-lit indoor events knows, there are key challenges that you need to overcome to get the perfect shot. Settings like theatre productions, stage shows and award ceremonies present a particular challenge for indoor photographers. With Photoshop, you can easily correct these key issues you come across during the […]
Festivals are one of the best subject to photograph. Besides the fact that these are usually ancient traditions that often have historical or cultural significance, they also transform that destination into a giant studio. It is usually the one occasion where most people – performers and audience – don’t mind having their photo taken without […]
If you’ve finally decided to start your photography journey, traveling is the best way to practice your shooting skills. And seeing the world through your camera’s lens often results in hundreds (or even thousands) of photos. Now, what do you plan to do with your photos after each trip? Are you just going to let […]
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We are now into that time of year where you will be getting together with groups of people who, because you are a photographer, will want you to take “TAKE OUR PICTURE!” Good group portraits are more than just getting everybody to stand still long enough for you to push the shutter button. Remember, photographs […]
Looking for something that will get your visitors talking at your next exhibition? Why not try placing a few anaglyph images around the room? Anaglyph: A stereoscopic picture consisting of two images of the same object, taken from slightly different angles, in two complementary colors, usually red and cyan (green-blue). When viewed through spectacles having one […]
Professional photographer Matt Cooper started his photography career later in life but found he was hooked very quickly. A former actor in film, TV and theatre; Matt suddenly decided that he no longer wanted to go to casting sessions and auditions and wait for the phone to ring. With his wife, they decided to take […]
Did you ever wonder why IR landscape photos look so crispy sharp? It may not be obvious. But photographing in the near-infrared part of the spectrum has some definite benefits over photographing visible light, especially for landscape photography. Before we get into the photography portion, let’s take a look at some of the science involved. […]
Australian born photographer, Brad Grove, didn’t catch the photography bug until late in his life. Although he was reasonably well travelled, he was more of a typical holiday snapper even though his eldest son is a professional photographer. It was late 2008 after returning home from a trip to Canada, Alaska and a little of […]
Outdoor photography always has a special impact on people and this is all because of the magic of sunlight. Throughout the day, light varies considerably and we see that in photos taken at different times. The different times of the day tend to give out distinct effects. The kind of effect we want for our image depends on […]
Situated a few kilometres west of Berchtesgaden, the Parish Church of St. Sebastian in Ramsau has two claims to fame. The first is its achingly beautiful location in a valley, surrounded by mountains, with a couple of wooden bridges spanning the Ramsauer Ache, the river that passes alongside. As a photographer one could spend hours […]
