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Sources of Inspiration for Photographers

Sources of Inspiration for Photographers

Inspiration is pivotal in any form of art, and photography is no exception. Art forms evolve over time and so it becomes essential for an artist to actively adapt to it. And looking at the works of other contemporary artists is a great way to get some inspiration. There can be days when you feel […]

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Long Exposure Self Portrait Tutorial

Long Exposure Self Portrait Tutorial

Self portraits should not be limited to just opening your phone’s front camera and snapping a selfie. If you’re creative and patient enough, you can get some interesting results even by taking your own photos. You might want to try this out if you’re experimenting with some new tricks and techniques, and you want to […]

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Still Life Photography: 7 Tips and Steps

Still Life Photography: 7 Tips and Steps

Shooting still life doesn’t mean the images have to be dull. You can add life and a sense of whimsy to your still lifes with a little creativity. Once again, COOPH delivers the creative goods in this video about shooting awesome still life photography with a few household items and some imagination: 1. Plan Your […]

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Large Format Film Camera Photography Tips

Large Format Film Camera Photography Tips

Large format cameras are often thought of as difficult to operate, but there’s nothing impossible about using them. If you’re organized and methodical, they’re straightforward, if not exactly simple to use. Many photographers find the idea of using a large format camera daunting because we are all so used to having so much automation in […]

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A Professional Photographer’s Guide to Pricing (Video Tutorial)

A Professional Photographer’s Guide to Pricing (Video Tutorial)

Let’s talk about sales. It’s not the most glamorous aspect of working as a professional photographer, and it’s a point of contention in many client relationships. But, no matter how unpleasant the subject may be, it’s necessary to talk through for those hoping to promote their photography as a business. Pye Jirsa kicks off this insightful […]

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Photo Editing: 3 Common Mistakes

Photo Editing: 3 Common Mistakes

Learning how to perfect your photo edits is not something that happens overnight. However, getting past some of the most common hurdles that beginners struggle with is a lot easier than you may think. Photographer Sawyer Hartman hasn’t always boasted the world’s most impressive edits, but he has noticed some of the most frequent editing […]

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Photography Tips in a Pinch

Photography Tips in a Pinch

Good photographers try to be prepared for almost any situation. Unfortunately, if you tried to carry everything you’d need to meet every possible contingency in the field, you’d have to pack like a Bedouin trader. Many times that simply isn’t possible. So seasoned photographers learn to be resourceful. Here are a few miscellaneous tips that […]

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Portrait Photography Ideas to Try Out at Home

Portrait Photography Ideas to Try Out at Home

If you have the privilege to go out to beautiful places for photography, it does help with your work. The beautiful landscapes, and locations add to the aesthetics and make the images appear better. But, there can be circumstances when you get restricted (or want to restrict yourself) in terms of location. What can you […]

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Expensive Photography Gear vs Cheap Photography Gear

Expensive Photography Gear vs Cheap Photography Gear

The debate of whether or not high end gear is essential for getting good results has been going on forever. And by the looks of it, it doesn’t seem like the debate will be over any time soon. Usually, beginners seem to believe that better equipment equals better images. On the other hand, experienced photographers […]

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P Mode on Digital SLR Cameras

P Mode on Digital SLR Cameras

It seems that some folks are determined to make photography more difficult than it has to be. You might hear some photographers say, “I only shoot using the manual exposure mode,” while others might say, “I only use the Aperture or Shutter Priority exposure mode.” That’s fine and well for those who understand the basics of camera […]

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