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The vital how-to's for photography enthusiasts: how to create the perfect camera setup, capture the perfect picture, edit your photos and beyond.
10 Tips for Photographing Wildlife With a Drone
Aerial photography is a tough skill to master as it is, but including wildlife into the mix is just one next step. We have come up with a list of the most important tips for photographing wildlife with a drone, from the basics of aerial shooting to specific tricks about capturing the best shots of wildlife in their natural habitat.
By Kelsey Lange6 years ago in Photography
10 Creative Polaroid Manipulation Techniques to Try
Using the help of tools, heal, water, and even fire, these 10 Polaroid manipulation techniques are sure to amp up any photographer's skill set. With some of the coolest end results, these methods will transform your photography with your own hands.
By April Demarco6 years ago in Photography
Are Your Photographs CRAP?. Top Story - March 2018.
A few months ago, I attended a presentation on photography for websites and articles. The presenter made us all sit up and take notice from the start by saying we should all produce CRAP images for our content. Then he explained that he meant all accompanying images should be Clear, Relevant, and Aesthetically Pleasing.
By Sandra Piddock6 years ago in Photography
How To Use Color Gels in Studio Lighting
Most people have seen at least one or two shots that seem to have a burst of colored lighting that highlights a person's face. It's a beautiful look that emits emotion and is excellent for highlighting a person's cheekbones. Unless it's a shot done outdoors near neon lights, chances are the effect you're looking at is done using color gels.
By Ossiana Tepfenhart6 years ago in Photography
10 Stunning Alternative Process Photography Styles
Did you know that you can print your photos on other processes other than just film? It's true, you don't have to devote all of your photos onto boring film. There are tons of other alternative processes you can use to bring out your photos in the most unique and diverse ways. Processes that make your photos look old, sketched out, or even make your photos look burnt onto paper. There are so many ways to play with photography processes.
By James Fangs6 years ago in Photography
Creative Mediums to Print Your Photos On. Top Story - March 2018.
Paper isn't the only thing that you can print your photos on. There is a wide variety of surfaces and mediums where you can show off your best photos on. When you print your photos on paper, the only thing you can do with it is simply hanging it in a frame. And honestly, just how many paper photos can you hang around your house? Don't you want to print your photos on other cool objects to really make use of them?
By Penny Newton6 years ago in Photography
How To Develop Film with Coffee
You may have heard the rumor that you can develop film using Orange Juice. Both Mythbusters and photography-loving forum members have argued that this is not the case. But you can develop film with coffee and Vitamin C powder, and in doing so tap into your inner MacGyver!
By Devon Thomas6 years ago in Photography
Tips to Improve Low-Light Photography
If there's one thing that always seems like such a shame, it's how beautiful some low-light scenes can be and how hard it can be to capture them on film. As a photographer, it almost feels criminal that so many great nighttime shots get missed simply because the lighting isn't strong enough to pick up on camera.
By Riley Raul Reese6 years ago in Photography
10 Lightroom Hacks Every Photographer Should Know
Adobe's Lightroom is one of the top editing softwares on the market, and with this comes responsibility, lots to learn, and plenty of opportunities. From simply keyboard shortcuts to speeding up your app's reaction time, these Lightroom hacks are sure to transform your editing skills.
By Kelsey Lange6 years ago in Photography
Black and White Photography Tips from an Amateur
From exposure settings to lighting, there's always tips that a professional photographer would give us. Most of the time, I consider myself an amateur, although my instructors and classmates (along with family members and friends) have stated that my photographs are high-quality and professional. Before we continue, let me tell you my age: I am 20 years of age, turning 21 this August of 2018. I don't consider myself a professional not because of my age, but because of my experience.
By Katherin Partida6 years ago in Photography
Ways to Shoot Photos That Are Razor Sharp
If there's one thing that photographers always know what to do, it's figuring out ways to capture action in a photo. A photo that has action is one that often has sharp details that help the viewer get a feeling that it's something happening in the moment.
By Ossiana Tepfenhart6 years ago in Photography