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Drone Show Photography Tips

Drone Show Photography Tips

Evening drone shows have become a spectacular modern marvel, blending technology with creativity to paint the night sky with vibrant lights and synchronized movements. Capturing these breathtaking displays requires a blend of preparation, technical knowledge, and creativity. In this guide, we’ll explore the steps and techniques necessary to photograph an evening drone show, ensuring you […]

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The Black Card Technique: Your Secret Weapon for Stunning Fireworks Photography

The Black Card Technique: Your Secret Weapon for Stunning Fireworks Photography

The black card technique is used in long exposure photography and can be particularly effective for shooting fireworks. The goal is to prevent overexposure and to capture multiple bursts of fireworks in a single frame. Final day: only a few days left for the Fireworks Photography Guide July 4 Sale Here is how you can […]

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Fireworks Photos: Preparation and Planning

Fireworks Photos: Preparation and Planning

Everyone loves a great fireworks show and it seems that lots of people take pictures while they are at the show. Here is a question for you. How many great pictures of fireworks have you seen taken by any of your friends or relatives? I’ll bet your answer is not many. Now, have you ever […]

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Good Ways to Ruin a Fine Photo: #1 Don’t Use a Tripod

Good Ways to Ruin a Fine Photo: #1 Don’t Use a Tripod

Hand holding a camera limits the shutter speed you can use without getting a blurred image. It depends on who’s holding it as some have steadier hands than others, but most people find the lowest shutter speed at which they can keep everything steady is by matching the shutter speed to the focal length of […]

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Hidden Tricks for Mobile Photo Editing Like a Pro

Hidden Tricks for Mobile Photo Editing Like a Pro

Most of us wield the power of a camera every day, tucked away inside our pockets or purses. Whether we’re snapping a quick selfie, capturing a beautiful sunset, or documenting a family gathering, our smartphones are our go-to devices for photography. But have you ever wondered why your photos don’t quite compare to the stunning […]

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How to Photograph Fireworks for the 4th of July

How to Photograph Fireworks for the 4th of July

With 4th of July celebrations quickly approaching, we have been receiving requests for more training on how to photograph fireworks. Fireworks photography is indeed one of the most daunting types of photography. This in-depth tutorial eBook explains the process from start to finish, everything from gear and camera settings to composition and post-processing to achieve […]

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The Shape That Changed Tripods — Now Reinforced for Pros

The Shape That Changed Tripods — Now Reinforced for Pros

When Peak Design first unveiled their radically reimagined Travel Tripod, they didn’t just build a smaller tripod—they rethought its shape entirely. By eliminating wasted space between the legs and the center column, they created something photographers hadn’t seen before: a truly compact, full-featured tripod that fit in a water bottle pocket. Now, they’ve taken that […]

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Airshow Photography Tips

Airshow Photography Tips

Visiting airshows is an exciting experience. No matter what age group you fall in, the thrill and the excitement really gets you. And as photographers, it is a great opportunity to take some action-packed shots. Some actions happen in the blink of an eye during airshows. So, preparedness is key when photographing those jets flying […]

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Window Photography Tips

Window Photography Tips

There are many famous quotes that reference windows. This is probably one of the most widely recognized, “The eyes are a window to the soul.” Whether we’re peeking in or peeking out, a window creates a mystery and story and often provides excitement through visual design. These are several of the numerous reasons why photographers […]

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Slow Shutter Speed Photography

Slow Shutter Speed Photography

Shutter speed works two ways on your camera: it can be used to freeze motion so everything in the frame is nice and sharp; or it can be used to blur motion so some things in the frame are blurred, giving the picture a unique look. You may be shaking your head at this; but […]

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