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Fireworks Photos: Preparation and Planning

Fireworks Photos: Preparation and Planning

Everyone loves a great fireworks show and it seems that lots of people take pictures while they are at the show. Here is a question for you. How many great pictures of fireworks have you seen taken by any of your friends or relatives? I’ll bet your answer is not many. Now, have you ever […]

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Photographing Traffic at Night in the City

Photographing Traffic at Night in the City

Moving traffic is like a city’s bloodstream—it’s always moving, pulsating through veiny streets, which can bring your photography to life if you know how to capture it. When it comes to traffic moving in the evening, you have a few technical options to catch a cool scene. It all boils down to shutter speed: a […]

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How to Photograph Bioluminescence

How to Photograph Bioluminescence

Photographers are currently flocking to San Diego to capture this rare phenomenon. Bioluminescence, the emission of light by living organisms, offers photographers the opportunity to capture some of nature’s most mesmerizing spectacles. From glowing plankton on a beach to fireflies adorning the night, bioluminescence has never failed to leave viewers in awe. But how do […]

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Redefining Image Clarity and Detail with ON1 NoNoise AI 2024

Redefining Image Clarity and Detail with ON1 NoNoise AI 2024

Photography enthusiasts and professionals are always on the lookout for software that can enhance their images, reducing noise without compromising detail. ON1’s latest release, NoNoise AI 2024, introduces several new features and improvements aimed at providing users with high-quality results, particularly in challenging photography genres like astrophotography and wildlife photography. Enhanced AI Noise Reduction At […]

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Light Pillars: Photographing Nature’s Vertical Luminescence

Light Pillars: Photographing Nature’s Vertical Luminescence

The phenomenon of light pillars plucks at the strings of our imagination, creating a visual symphony that seems almost otherworldly. These ethereal columns of light, reaching skyward in the cold air, offer photographers a chance to capture a rare and mesmerizing spectacle. In this guide, we’ll delve into the science behind light pillars, explore the […]

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Capturing the Cosmos: Essential Tips for Star Trail Photography

Capturing the Cosmos: Essential Tips for Star Trail Photography

Star trail photography captures the apparent motion of the stars across the night sky due to Earth’s rotation. This genre of photography requires patience, precision, and a keen eye for detail. Here are some essential tips to help you capture stunning star trail images. Related reminder: only 1 day left for the Complete Landscape Guide […]

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How to Take Sharper Street Photography, Even at Night

How to Take Sharper Street Photography, Even at Night

Capturing sharp photographs is by far the toughest technical skill in street photography. People move quickly, you are often moving quickly, the light isn’t usually ideal, and you sometimes have to frame instantly and suddenly. When I take a look at other people’s street work, one of the most common problems I notice is that the […]

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Street Photography Tips at Night

Street Photography Tips at Night

Taking pictures at night gives an image a completely different feel because it captures different stories of daily life—sometimes more dramatic than the ones captured during the day. There is also a whole new cast of characters at night that make taking pictures on the streets after dark an even more adventurous experience in street […]

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The Magic of Twilight

The Magic of Twilight

This article is based on concepts from Collier’s Guide to Night Photography. Our readers can get a discount by using the promo code picturecorrect at checkout. Part I – Civil Twilight Whenever I photograph at a popular landscape photography location, I usually see a mass exodus of photographers as soon as the sun goes down. […]

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Night Photography Tricks: The Fun, the Difficult, and the Magical

Night Photography Tricks: The Fun, the Difficult, and the Magical

Night photography is enchanting, taking us into a world where light dances mysteriously against the vast canvas of the dark. Whether you’re a seasoned photographer or someone just starting out, venturing into the realm of night photography can introduce you to a host of challenges. But with challenges come opportunities for mesmerizing shots that truly […]

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