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We may be living in a digital age, but film photography still has a strong following among camera aficionados. Getting a pristine condition film camera can be something of a challenge. However, a little bit of TLC can give an old shutter new life. Casey Cavanaugh shares five tips for buying a used film camera: 1. […]
Admit it, underwater photographs looks awesome. But as interesting as the photos look, taking photos underwater is challenging. This statement holds true for both the photographer and the model alike. While the model has to pose while holding their breath, the photographer needs specialized protection for their gear. To tackle these issues, photographer Raj Khepar […]
Lens flare is a double-edged sword. If you use it correctly you get a fantastic looking shot. But when used improperly, it can be an eyesore. It’s important to have good control over this optical feature. Photographer Mark Wallace from Adorama explains how you can use lens flare to create an atmospheric effect: Wallace sets […]
In this video tutorial, photographer Jeff Cable explains how we can improve our photography in leaps and bounds, just by eliminating these common mistakes: 1. Light and Shadow Many times choosing the wrong spot for taking your images can ruin the shot, even though you are standing at a beautiful location, such as when your […]
There are few more important things that a nature photographer can do to improve his or her photography than becoming familiar with the use of the polarizing filter. What can a polarizing filter do? Among other things it can darken the sky, remove reflections from water, and make foliage appear less shiny. Color saturation is […]
Winter photos can be difficult to shoot but they can be just as difficult to post-process. These Lightroom tips for winter photography from Mark Denney can help: 1. Change your background This is a simple trick to get started and interestingly, it has nothing to do with actual post-processing. It involves changing the border of […]
Technology has evolved by leaps and bounds, but human eyes are still far superior to cameras. While we can see great details in highlights, mid-tones, and shadows on a bright day without any issues, a camera still struggles. Photographers usually need to expose for the highlights, causing images to have more shadows. Sean Tucker believes […]
Even the most experienced photographers occasionally need to take a step back and reexamine their craft. In the same way that our tech is constantly evolving, a good image maker’s perspective should grow with the passing of time. One way to get those creative juices flowing is to set aside some time to practice or […]
Digital cameras offer a level of technology that was unimagined only a few short years ago. The funny thing is, the old techniques are still as important as ever. A tripod is still an essential piece of equipment for good photography. For beginners, the purchase of a tripod is usually a sign that one is […]
A diffusion panel is quite a handy piece of equipment. It softens hard light, allowing you to get soft shadows and a nice glow on the subject. While diffusion panels can drastically help in making your images look better, you don’t even need to spend a whole lot of money on them. Commercial still life photographer […]
