A friend of mine once described the most important part of the photography process by using the “ABC” technique. In art, this stands for “Always be creating.” As creatives, we want to constantly produce work in order to grow our creative portfolio. However, this is almost always easier said than done. In today’s article, we’re going to take a look at the things that get in the way, and ways to help us to regain our love for the craft.
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Friday Photo Critique is our weekly community project, where we publish a photograph submitted by one of our wonderful readers, then ask you all to offer constructive feedback on the image. It’s a great way to learn more about photography, express your viewpoint, and have your own image critiqued!
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Today we’re going to take a step back and view the art of photography through a much wider perspective, which is a terribly pun-filled way to say that this article will examine the basic concept of wide angle photography. We’ll take a look at what wide angle photography is, why you should try it, some considerations to keep in mind and finally a few lenses to get you started.
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Nepal is a country wrapping in mystique for many. The home of the highest mountain in the world and a civilization known for living in the harsh conditions of the Himalayas, Nepal has much to offer the photographic traveler. Lush jungles cover areas of Southern Nepal which is the location of the birth place of Buddha, founder of one of the oldest religions in the world still practiced today. To the East travel becomes more rugged as compared to the more arid regions of the West.
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When working to represent a specific season or time of year, the first thing I like to do is collect some thoughts on what defines that season and sets it apart from all the others. Spring is about new life emerging after the harsh months of winter, the days get longer, shoots and leaves begin to appear and where I live, there’s a sudden influx of lambs leaping around in the fields!
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Although not perfect, the new PowerShot Canon GX1 has a major asset: its new CMOS sensor, six times bigger than the G12 CCD sensor. While the technical aspects of this camera are impressive, we hope to get into more practical matters as well.
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Just because you didn’t get to go to that awesome photography conference doesn’t mean that you can’t learn something from the pros! Occasionally, we’ll be featuring a recommended photography lecture or interview on Phototuts+.
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If you haven’t had experience using a neutral density filter, you might wonder about the usefulness of a dark piece of glass that attaches to the front of your lens. Neutral density filters are a unique accessory that may seem strange at first sight. However, in today’s quick tip, we’ll take a look at three photographic situations where using a neutral density filter can change your photographs for the better.
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Friday Photo Critique is our weekly community project, where we publish a photograph submitted by one of our wonderful readers, then ask you all to offer constructive feedback on the image. It’s a great way to learn more about photography, express your viewpoint, and have your own image critiqued!
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If you’re just getting started with photography, the letters on your camera’s dial might feel like hieroglyphics. With a variety of modes, it can be hard to pick what’s right for the current shooting situation. Today, we’re going to explain common camera modes so that you can pick the right one for any situation and grow out of using auto mode.
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