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American football photography offers challenges which are very different than those of traditional photography. In this article, I will introduce you to helpful techniques to get you up to speed with gear and technique, so you can catch the winning touchdown this fall! Equipment A fast DSLR camera and lens are an absolute must. The […]
Learning how to use a camera and its various modes can significantly improve your photography skills, allowing you to creatively control your camera and adapt to different shooting conditions. Here’s a recommended order for learning camera modes, starting from the basics to more advanced settings: Auto Mode (A or Auto): Most cameras have an automatic […]
Capturing sharp photographs is by far the toughest technical skill in street photography. People move quickly, you are often moving quickly, the light isn’t usually ideal, and you sometimes have to frame instantly and suddenly. When I take a look at other people’s street work, one of the most common problems I notice is that the […]
Creating high-quality prints of photographs involves numerous considerations, with one of the most critical being the print resolution. The print resolution, measured in dots per inch (DPI), determines the level of detail and clarity of the printed image. The optimal DPI setting depends on various factors, including the purpose of the print, the viewing distance, […]
In the world of photography, the aperture of a lens plays a crucial role in not only controlling the amount of light that reaches the camera sensor but also in determining the quality and character of the image, especially its bokeh, or the aesthetic quality of the blur produced in the out-of-focus parts of an […]
We’re all familiar with the cropping tool in our image editing programs. Unfortunately, it is one of the most widely used editing tools, mainly because it’s easy to forget to frame pictures before snapping the shutter. Yes, it is easy to crop images to get rid of ugly background extras, like empty water bottles, and […]
Photography, an art form that captures moments, emotions, and the beauty of the world around us, requires not just a keen eye but also a mastery of the tools at our disposal. In the digital age, the camera has become an extension of the photographer’s vision, offering limitless possibilities to those willing to explore its […]
There can be a very fine line in street photography between overdoing your editing and getting it just right. Creating a mood, building feeling and capturing an environment while staying true to the realness and specialness of found moments is at the heart of the genre. And this can make editing tough. Because of this, […]
Embarking on a photography adventure? Whether you’re scaling the misty mountains of Scotland or navigating the bustling streets of Tokyo, having a well-prepared travel photography backpack is essential. In this post, we’ll guide you through setting up your ultimate travel photography kit, ensuring you’re equipped and ready to capture those once-in-a-lifetime shots. 1. Choosing the […]
A focal point is the part of an image that draws the eye of a viewer to the most important part of the image or the area that you want to highlight. How you do this will make or break the final image. If you don’t know how to create this point then you will […]
