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Did you know that our nearest celestial neighbor, the moon, is drifting away from us at a rate of 3.8 centimeters per year? Maybe the fact that it’s moving away is motivation for some to start photographing the moon. But not to worry; it will take billions of years for the moon to escape the […]
In this article I will try to explain how perspective works in a 2D photograph with some tips, myths, and example photos. When we see a photograph on computer screen or in print, we’re looking at a 2-dimensional representation of a real 3-dimensional scene. And that is what photography is all about—capturing a 3D scene […]
Wedding photography puts you in a variety of situations. Some require you to be placed at a good distance while in some situations you need to be up-close taking detail shots. Of course, there’s also everything in between. This is why we often see wedding photographers walking around with at least two camera bodies with […]
No matter how long you’ve been taking photos, at times it must feel like your photography isn’t improving. Honestly, these sort of speed bumps are common. Don’t let such feelings drag you down. There are a lot of things you can do that can help you get better and overcome your creative block. Professional landscape […]
Let’s start out with a general overview before we get into the REALLY interesting technical stuff. Luminosity masking is a layer masking technique that gives you extremely precise levels of control over the individual adjustments you make to an image. If you’re already familiar with layers and layer masks in Photoshop, then you may think […]
There is some controversy around using HDR. This stems from the presentation of some HDR images done badly and the somewhat difficult processing of the image for the average photographer to get the desired results. The human eye can adjust to deep shadows and overly bright light quite quickly. The perception of the total image […]
It is quite common for photographers, especially new ones, to have the constant urge to buy new equipment. Some hope that new camera gear will improve their photography. Others do it just to own the latest and greatest gear. While we don’t recommend buying camera gear just for the sake of it, you can always […]
What is a ‘low key’ photographic image? There seems to be a lot of confusion about this. So, let’s start with a definition. ‘Low-Key Lighting’ is where the term originates. The concept of low-key composition dates back to the earliest painters of Europe. However, the term ‘Low-Key Lighting’ was popularized by the American television and […]
Most of us have seen and admired the classic night sky photo with the stars circling the sky. A well taken star trail photo leaves everyone in awe as it shows us the sky in a way our eyes can never see it naturally. Matthew Saville presents a quick guide on how to take star […]
I am always looking for a way to convey a message in my photography. That often means finding a bizarre angle, a lower vantage point, or simply getting closer. But all in all, every photograph is about telling a story, and to do so, you need a connection. 1. Get to know your camera. Cameras […]
