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21 Impressive Tree Images
Oct 17th
There’s something about trees that gets to me. I’m not sure exactly what it is but something about their shape, majesty, intricacy and symbolism draws me to them as photographic subjects. Today I spent a couple of hours surfing through Flickr, particularly looking for Tree images (some OF trees and others that just include them in some important way). Here’s some that caught my attention – many of which are even more beautiful large (click to see them bigger). Image by ~jjjohn~ I Read More
How to Use Sunset Light to Light Portraits
Oct 17th
Sunset is arguably the most beautiful time of day for portrait light. But you don’t want to simply take your subject outside and start shooting. Take a few moments to identify “how” to use your light and your portraits will be dreamy. Here are three ways you can use the light by setting your subject in relationship to the setting sun. 1. Front Light: Place your subject facing the light. Shoot facing your subject with your back to the light. The light will brightly illuminate your subject, Read More
5 Still Life Lighting Tips for Beginners
Oct 17th
Lighting is the single most important element of “Still Life” photography. The way a photographer uses light for still life will add mood, give context, provide interest, and ultimately, create a dynamic still life photograph. Lighting for still life is not complicated. In fact, stick to these 5 tips, and you will nail your still life shots every time. 1. Use an simple backdrop: Wrinkles and ridges in a still life photograph – unless a part of the setting – will be distracting to your ma Read More
Pentax K-x 12.4 Megapixel digital SLR
Sep 18th
Pentax has announced the Pentax Kx, a new digital SLR that will sit between the company’s entry level K-m and it’s pro spec K7. The Pentax K-x boasts a newly developed 12.4MP CMOS APS-C sized sensor and the Prime II processor used in the Pentax K7. Key features include Live View, HD movie mode (720p), and a 4.7 frames per second continuous burst mode. Other features borrowed from the K7 include the 11-point autofocus, the HDR and the 16 digital filters. A cross processing mode sim Read More
Hicamera Review Leica X1
Sep 17th
Alongside the M9 Leica has also announced the X1, a compact camera with a large APS-C sensor and a fixed 35mm equivalent field-of-view F2.8 autofocus lens. Featuring a design reminiscent of M-series rangefinders, complete with analogue-style shutter speed and aperture dials, the camera offers a choice of fully automatic or manual control. A 2.7" LCD and 12Mp CMOS sensor with an ISO range of 100 to 3200 round off the specification. Registered owners will be able to download a copy of Adobe L Read More
Taking photos of water
Sep 17th
Summer is here, and with warm weather comes a ton of water-related activities. Pools, lakes, oceans, rivers, waterfalls and even backyard sprinklers — you name it, summer’s got lots of water! A lot of people don’t think they can take photos of these fun-in-the-sun moments for fear of ruining their cameras. But fear not! By taking some minor precautions and remembering a few simple tips and techniques, shooting wonderful water photographs can be a snap. Other important tips to remember Read More
Taking photos while traveling
Sep 17th
Going on vacation is really exciting, and you probably want to take pictures of everything you do and see. But before you start snapping shots of everything under the sun, stop and make a plan of action so that you end up with really great photographs that represent your whole trip. Gear head Packing all the proper equipment is crucial while you prepare for your vacation. When you’re using a digital camera, you get the luxury of taking tons of photographs and not worrying about how much film Read More
Digital photography on the road
Sep 17th
If you’re traveling for the summer, you’ve got the perfect excuse to grab your digital camera and take some great pictures. Perhaps your family is going away on vacation to a theme park or to the beach, a national monument, or somewhere exotic. Or maybe you’re just going to visit your family in another town or another part of the city. No matter what you’re doing or where you go this summer, it’s the perfect season to practice digital photography. There’s no school and you have ple Read More