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Twilight Real Estate Photography Camera Settings

Twilight Real Estate Photography Camera Settings

Relevant note: version 6.3 just released of the Photomatix HDR Photo Editor Many people would nominate twilight as the best time of day for photography, and that definitely includes real estate photography. The combination of deep blue skies and dazzling lights is perfect for show-stopping exterior shots and bright interiors. However, shooting at this time […]

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Photographer Shares His Passive Income Sources

Photographer Shares His Passive Income Sources

Generating passive income has never been easier, and this is especially true for photographers. Passive income is a fantastic idea, because it only requires upfront effort—after that, it will steadily keep giving you returns over a long period of time. In today’s informative video, we have photographer Eric Floberg who shares some elaborate details on […]

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Five Tips For Great Sunset Photos

Five Tips For Great Sunset Photos

Sunsets and sunrises are inspirational subjects for any photographer. In fact, a good sunset photo is often the reason people become interested in nature photography. You don’t need to have a great camera or professional training; almost anyone with a camera can take great sunset photos. The great news is that good sunset photos are […]

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Wide Medium Tight Shots to Tell a Story with Photography

Wide Medium Tight Shots to Tell a Story with Photography

Storytelling has always been a crucial ingredient of impactful images. By focusing on details big and small, you can take your audience on a journey that captures the scene and weaves a story through images. In today’s video, photographer Pye Jirsa with Adorama talks about some of the techniques you can use to tell compelling […]

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13 Habits of Highly Effective Photographers

13 Habits of Highly Effective Photographers

Effective photographers… Don’t expect their camera to do all the work. This means saying goodbye to ‘Auto’ and bravely using other modes such as Aperture Priority or Manual. Read the camera manual—several times—to get familiar with their gear. Gradually work through various functions and features on their camera. Take control of their camera, and the lighting […]

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What is the Best Way to Back Up Photos?

What is the Best Way to Back Up Photos?

As a professional photographer for more than 25 years, backing up my work is vital, because I simply cannot afford to lose images from any shoot. I’ve come to realise that professional photographs have a very long shelf life and it’s remarkable how often a client will ask me to dig up an image I […]

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Studio Portrait Photography with a Gold Background

Studio Portrait Photography with a Gold Background

In portrait photography, backgrounds matter a lot. It dictates the mood and adds to the aesthetics of any given image. This is why you’ll see portrait photographers with dozens of backdrops in their studio. Having said this, you don’t necessarily need to invest a lot of money. As photographer Gavin Hoey with Adorama shows in […]

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How & When a Monopod Can be Used to Take Sharper Photos

How & When a Monopod Can be Used to Take Sharper Photos

Here’s a photo tip you aren’t likely to find anywhere else… how to use a monopod to get better photographs. A monopod (like the tripod) is an essential piece of camera gear. We all know that using a tripod will give us cleaner, sharper photos. That’s a given. But lugging around a tripod can often […]

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Why isn’t there a Great Online Community for Photographers?

Why isn’t there a Great Online Community for Photographers?

Online communities in any field of work are important. Such platforms allow like-minded individuals to come together, help each other, share experiences and bond with one another. When we look at online community platforms for photographers, including social media platforms, there are some lots of options to choose from. Instagram, Flickr and 500px definitely top […]

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What Makes a Great Photograph?

What Makes a Great Photograph?

I’m sure this article will be controversial. I mean, after all, how do you objectively characterize what makes a good photograph? It’s not like marking a mathematics paper, where there is always a right or wrong answer. Photography, much like any other art form, is very subjective. That said, I do believe that there are […]

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