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Diagonal Leading Lines in Photography

Diagonal Leading Lines in Photography

Of all the lines used in photography, diagonals are the most dynamic. You can use them to create a strong impression of movement or you can use them to create a tremendous sense of depth. All images are created with lines—some vertical, horizontal and others converging—but knowing how to place them affects the mood and […]

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Rain, Reflections, and the City: Urban Photography on Wet Days

Rain, Reflections, and the City: Urban Photography on Wet Days

Often seen as an inconvenience, rainy days can in fact be a goldmine for photography enthusiasts, particularly those who love to capture urban landscapes. With the right techniques, what could be a gloomy, wet day transforms into a playground of vibrant reflections, textures, and strikingly beautiful scenes. Here are some essential tips to make the […]

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Landscape vs Portrait Orientation for Panoramic Photography

Landscape vs Portrait Orientation for Panoramic Photography

Last chance: only hours left for the new Panorama Stitching Early Bird Offer When capturing panoramic images, the choice between landscape and portrait orientation can significantly impact the final result. Despite the simple distinction of turning the camera 90 degrees, each orientation offers unique benefits that may enhance or hinder your final composition depending on […]

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Differences Between Lightroom Mobile, CC, and Classic

Differences Between Lightroom Mobile, CC, and Classic

Related reminder: only a little while left for iPhone Photo Editing Academy at 80% Off Lightroom has established itself as a commonly used tool in the digital photography landscape, offering solutions for image organization, raw photo processing, and non-destructive photo editing. The software suite is available in three versions, each tailored to meet different user […]

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Negative Space in Photography Composition

Negative Space in Photography Composition

If you find yourself reading this article, chances are that you are looking for some ideas for photo projects. Naturally, it would be good to pick a photography project that helps you grow your photography skills. In this article, one such skill, negative space, will be discussed. This is a compositional technique that can be […]

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Embracing the Horizon: Knowing When to Use a Panorama Stitcher

Embracing the Horizon: Knowing When to Use a Panorama Stitcher

Relevant reminder: special early bird offer ending soon on the Luminar Panorama Stitcher In the vast, ever-evolving world of photography, mastering a variety of techniques can transform an ordinary snapshot into a truly extraordinary capture. One such technique involves the use of a panorama stitcher, a powerful tool that blends separate images into a single […]

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Early Bird Offer: Panoramic Photo Stitcher

Early Bird Offer: Panoramic Photo Stitcher

In photo editing news another extension has come to the Luminar Neo editing platform, the new Panorama Stitching Extension allows photographers to create sweeping panoramic photos with unparalleled versatility by introducing four distinct creation methods: 1. Pano stitching: Effortlessly stitch RAW or JPEG files to create seamless panoramic photos that convey the grandeur of vast […]

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Layering: Turning Simple Shots into Dynamic Images

Layering: Turning Simple Shots into Dynamic Images

In an enlightening video, photographer Clifford Pickett from Urban iPhone Photography delves into an oft-overlooked concept in photography – layering. Filming from the iconic Grand Central Terminal in Midtown, he unravels the nuances of this technique and demonstrates how layering can significantly enhance the depth and dynamism of an image: Layering in photography is about […]

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Photographing a Water Drop

Photographing a Water Drop

It sure can get boring when you’re forced to stay indoors for quite a long time. However, it doesn’t mean that you should put your creative photography to rest. Instead, how about taking such time as an opportunity to try out something creative and fun with photography? Today we have photographer Gavin Hoey from Adorama […]

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10 Common Composition Mistakes in Photography

10 Common Composition Mistakes in Photography

Are you making any of these common composition mistakes? 1. Subject Is in the Center of the Frame Sometimes a central subject works, but normally it’s better to shoot it positioned to one side, as explained in the rule of thirds. Most cameras are capable of showing a grid in the viewfinder that can help […]

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