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Here are a lot of very technical descriptions going around on how to take great silhouette shots that you might want to look up but let me attempt to run through some basic steps that should get you the results you’re after. In essence what we’re trying to do is make your camera think that it’s the bright parts of the picture you are most interested in. Read the rest of this entry »
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Photographer’s worst case scenariosAs a photographer, whether it be as an amateur or a professional, you’ve probably experienced difficulties and failures in your work. With preparation and experience, it may well be avoided. What are these worst case scenarios that photographers need to prepare for? The following are several examples of cases and how to avoid these worst […]
6 Easy Tips For Candid PhotographyFor some people, candid photography is a fun activity. The photos resulted usually look more natural and there is a certain amount of satisfaction when you can capture the right momentum or people’s exact and interesting expressions. Maybe you have often tried doing this candid photography, either using you cell phone camera of “serious” camera. […]
Why did Einstein Stick Out his Tongue in his Portrait?Why do you think Einstein stuck out his tongue in his most famous portrait? Many have asked that question, and there are even those that think it’s a photoshopped image. Turns out, this really was an authentic photograph and not the least bit photoshopped. So what’s the back story of this portrait?
Understanding of TTL Metering in the World of PhotographyMeasuring the intensity of a flash so that it optimally illuminates its object isn’t a hard task. By using the GN formula (at ISO 100) = distance x aperture, we’ll be able to calculate the distance or aperture that’s optimal for certain conditions when photographing. But of course that formula won’t be valid when we’re […]
How to Take Spectacular Lightning PicturesPhotographing a lightning is a dangerous hobby. What most people do not understand, is that lightnings are unpredictable and they could strike down any time, anywhere. At the same time, taking a picture of a lightning storm can be very rewarding, especially if the lightning pattern is unique or the picture is taken at an […]
Tips for Creating Sharp PhotographsProducing razor-sharp photographs is the ultimate desire of most photography enthusiasts, and many varieties of camera features and additional accessories have been formulated for this purpose. If you’ve purchased higher-end professional-class cameras and lenses with the newest features but you have yet to achieve this razor-sharpness you desire, maybe the following things may serve as […]
Instagram Socialmatic Camera Soon to become a Reality?Who doesn’t know instagram these days? This photo-processing app is installed in almost every smart phone all over the world. The way it works is simple. This app adds various filters (most of which are vintage-inspired) on photos taken with the phone’s camera, then it uploads it onto its built-in social website. It’s for certain […]
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