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Milky Way Photography & Photo Editing Tips

Milky Way Photography & Photo Editing Tips

Milky way season is in full-effect so I thought I’d share a few pointers that I’ve learned about shooting and processing it. “But Steve, what the heck is milky way season?” Good question. It’s the time of year when the galactic core is visible and it runs from Feb/March til around Oct/Nov. Us southern-hemispherites are […]

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Taking and Processing Fog & Mist Photos

Taking and Processing Fog & Mist Photos

Taking beautiful images of mist and fog can be challenging, but it’s a skill worth learning. Fog and mist usually form during the night and are seen at their best in the early morning as the sun rises. Be prepared to get up early to catch the best shots! Use Manual Focus Your autofocus will […]

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How to Find Your Unique Voice As a Photographer

How to Find Your Unique Voice As a Photographer

It’s not just enough to be good – you’ve got to find your own unique voice. The question is – how? This article will take you though several things that you can to do help you discover and carve out your own one-of-a-kind path as a photographer. 1. Focus on what interests you This may […]

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Elements That Make a Striking Photograph

Elements That Make a Striking Photograph

What does it take to create a really stunning image? There are six basic elements and certain factors that influence composition and make a really great image. If you can understand these and learn to apply them successfully, then you’re on your way to top photos. Now although there are all of these elements to […]

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Capture it All May Day Photography Event

Capture it All May Day Photography Event

Did you know that most people use less than 10% of the iPhone camera? Imagine using less than 10% of your car. Pretty silly, huh? So why do the same with your iPhone? This popular course, Capture it All, is designed to show photographers EVERYTHING an iPhone camera can do. During the May Day Sale […]

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When & Why Do Photographers Use Compositing?

When & Why Do Photographers Use Compositing?

Compositing is one of the most powerful tools in a photographer’s creative arsenal. It allows you to go beyond what the camera sees and build a final image from multiple photos, layers, or elements. But when exactly should photographers use compositing—and why? Relevant note: there is a free webinar going on now with 7 Powerful […]

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Top 10 Ways to Earn Side Income as a Photographer

Top 10 Ways to Earn Side Income as a Photographer

Photography isn’t just a passion—it can be a helpful side income stream, too. Whether you’re looking to monetize your weekends or build a creative business over time, there are many ways to make money with your camera. Here are 10 strategies that photographers of all levels can use to supplement their income. Also thanks to […]

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Butterfly Photography Tips and Techniques

Butterfly Photography Tips and Techniques

As a nature photographer, the day often starts with the question: where do I begin? There are so many photographic opportunities, and it is not always easy to choose the right object at the right moment. But among all of nature’s amazing diversity, there is one species you just can’t take bad pictures of: namely, […]

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Smarter, Faster Photo Editing in Luminar Neo

Smarter, Faster Photo Editing in Luminar Neo

Big news in the photo editing world: the Luminar Neo Spring Update has arrived, bringing several new enhancements designed to make your editing process smoother, faster, and more creative. Here’s what’s new: Auto Adjust: A new feature inside the Develop and Develop RAW tools that intelligently balances exposure, highlights, shadows, and contrast — automatically. It’s […]

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Where and When to Photograph Cherry Blossoms

Where and When to Photograph Cherry Blossoms

I’m a little late to publish this this year—but the inspiration just hit. I was walking through my neighborhood here in California and spotted a cherry blossom tree in full bloom. It completely stopped me in my tracks. The soft petals, the light breeze, the way it caught the afternoon sun—it reminded me just how […]

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