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Lightroom for Landscape Photography: Complete Training

Lightroom for Landscape Photography: Complete Training

Do you use Lightroom Classic to process your landscape photographs (or do you want to start using it soon)? Have you captured magnificent moments in the field, but find that your photographs lack that magic straight out of the camera? Or have you seen extraordinary landscapes from other photographers, but feel like you can never […]

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Camera Modes Photography Exercise

Camera Modes Photography Exercise

This article is to help photographers gain expertise in utilizing the most important camera modes, enabling them to adapt to different shooting situations and take their photography skills to the next level. This exercise consists of four parts, each focusing on a specific camera mode: Manual (M), Aperture Priority (A/Av), Shutter Priority (S/Tv), and Program […]

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Using S-Curves and Color Contrasts in Your Photography

Using S-Curves and Color Contrasts in Your Photography

This article is based on concepts from the Understanding Composition Guide which is currently 62% off if you want to dig deeper for further training. Most photographers have heard of the S curve, and this example photo is a literal example of the concept. Fun Fact The S curve did not originate with photography. It […]

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The Sky Replacement Debate in Photography

The Sky Replacement Debate in Photography

The digital revolution has dramatically changed the landscape of photography. From cameras that capture the minutest of details to post-processing software that allows unlimited creative possibilities, technology has expanded the boundaries of what’s possible. One such technological leap has been the advent of sky replacement techniques in photo editing software. However, this tool has sparked […]

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What Does Practice Mean When it Comes to Photography?

What Does Practice Mean When it Comes to Photography?

In sports—or almost anything else—one learns there is a period of practice or apprenticeship, a time of learning. I’ve said before that one needs to take lots of pictures as part of the learning process. But like anything else, try to do the ‘practice’ part correctly. If someone were to drill scales on the piano […]

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You Know You’re a Photographer When…

You Know You’re a Photographer When…

Being a photographer is more than just a hobby or a career choice—it’s life. Something you feel you literally could not live without. Every instant of your waking moment, you feel the dire need to pull your camera out and take a picture of the beauty of your surroundings. Sound familiar? I have compiled a […]

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365 Photo a Day Challenge: Start the Year Right

365 Photo a Day Challenge: Start the Year Right

I like to think of myself as an avid photographer, but there are times when the creativity wanes and the inspiration dries up. The trigger finger stiffens from lack of use and generally, I start to suffer from photographer’s malaise. This is when auto-pilot needs to kick in and get me up and running again. […]

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Discussion: What is Your New Year’s Resolution for Photography?

Discussion: What is Your New Year’s Resolution for Photography?

The beginning of a new year is truly a good time to set some goals for what you want to accomplish. Start off 2025 right! What is your New Year’s Resolution for Photography? We started this discussion on Facebook, it’s always great to make friends who are working towards the same goals. Share & compare […]

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Top Cities for New Year’s Fireworks Photography

Top Cities for New Year’s Fireworks Photography

As the clock winds down and the old year gives way to the new, cities around the world illuminate the sky with dazzling fireworks displays. For photographers, these moments offer a chance to capture the grandeur of light, color, and celebration. In this post, we’ll explore some of the cities that have historically hosted the […]

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Basic Setup for Photographing Fireworks

Basic Setup for Photographing Fireworks

I used to think that capturing fireworks on film was laden with technical wizardry and talent, but after giving it a whirl with no advice or instruction, I discovered it’s quite easy. Here’s how… As you can imagine, a tripod is at the top of the list for equipment! A remote cable release is up […]

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