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How to Build Your Brand as a Photographer

How to Build Your Brand as a Photographer

Photographers today have plenty of opportunities to showcase their work, thanks to the Internet. But this brings its own challenges. Since everyone has the same access, how you do stand out? As in other professions, photographers can—and should—brand themselves. But how do you start developing your photography brand? In the following video, photographer Evan Ranft […]

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Inspiring Subjects: The Most Important Aspect of a Photographer’s Toolkit

Inspiring Subjects: The Most Important Aspect of a Photographer’s Toolkit

Anytime we talk about a “tool” in photography, it’s mostly about photography gear. You can have the best camera and lenses with you, and you can spend loads of time watching and reading reviews of photography gear—but what good is gear if you do not get to use it? Being locked down in 2020 has […]

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Lighting or Composition: Which One Takes Priority?

Lighting or Composition: Which One Takes Priority?

Lighting and composition are definitely two of the most talked-about topics when learning about photography. They are undoubtedly two of the most important pillars that, if mastered, can take your photos to the next level. But which one is more important? To answer that, we have photographer Manny Ortiz in today’s video. He shows you […]

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Shutter Speed and Aperture

Shutter Speed and Aperture

Understanding the relationship between aperture and shutter speed will help you take full advantage of your DSLR, allowing you to have more fun capturing photos. The aperture is the size of the hole in the diaphragm of the lens. It is possible to view this device when you look right square into the lens of […]

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Canon 50mm f/1.8 or f/1.2: Which is Better?

Canon 50mm f/1.8 or f/1.2: Which is Better?

No matter what camera you use, the 50mm lens, also known as the “Nifty Fifty,” is a must-have for photographers. The perspective it provides is very close to what we see with our eyes, making it a versatile focal length. This is why almost every photographer owns a 50mm f/1.8 and why every lens manufacturer […]

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Tips for Photographing Autumn Colors

Tips for Photographing Autumn Colors

Photographing autumn colors can be the most fun you have with your camera. The fall is a great time of year for photography. There are an unlimited number of sights, sounds and smells to stimulate your senses. After reading this article you should be able to pick a great subject to display and dress it […]

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Photography: What Are You Trying To Say Here?

Photography: What Are You Trying To Say Here?

Really, when you’re taking a picture what are you trying to communicate? Sometimes you’re just trying to record events. “This is me standing in front of the Eiffel Tower.” “Here we are at Niagara Falls.” Other times it’s the beauty of nature or a person that you’re attempting to show. That said, there’s a great […]

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Is Social Media a Blessing or a Curse for Photographers?

Is Social Media a Blessing or a Curse for Photographers?

Social media has been a blessing to photographers, who are now able to more freely showcase their work to the world. It’s also a platform to collect feedback, gauge public opinion and and also critique one another’s work. This can, however, have a negative effect: some photographers end up posting images just to please the […]

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9 Amazing Benefits of Photography

9 Amazing Benefits of Photography

With the proper camera and vision, photography can make your life much better. Below are just a few of the many benefits of developing a love of photography. 1. Photography affords immortality Don’t believe it? Look at all the old photographs your mom or grandmother had around. I personally have a picture in my china […]

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What Makes a Photographer a Photographer?

What Makes a Photographer a Photographer?

With the technology of photography having evolved in leaps and bounds, with the whole process of image making having become inherently simple, the distinction between a photographer and an amateur camera-wielder has simply vanished. What was once nothing short of magic has become commonplace. But has that improved the quality of photography? If image making […]

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