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Finding the Best Aperture for Portraits: Aperture Made Easy
Learn how aperture shapes your portraits and how to choose the right setting for your next shoot.
What Is the Best Aperture for Night Photography? A Guide to Night Photography
Explore aperture, exposure, and camera settings for capturing better photos after the sun goes down.
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The difference between Photoshop and Photoshop Elements: A photographer’s view
Beginning photographers often ask what the difference is between Photoshop CS5 and Photoshop Elements. I have never taught a beginner photography class without “the Photoshop question” popping up at least
Depth of field — it’s more than just aperture!
We all know that the aperture value controls the depth of field, but I am shocked how many intermediate photographers have never learned what other factors also impact depth of
Plan the Light for Better Animal Photography
Unlike portraiture, there is no “Smile for the camera” when photographing wildlife. Â No bringing animals into the studio or setting up fancy lighting gear. Â For these reasons, many photographers
Six tips for using a polarizer
Yesterday, we discovered what circular polarizers are and what they accomplish. Â Today you’ll learn six tips for using a polarizer. Polarizer Tip #1: Polarizers will have little or no effect
Oh the beauties of a polarizer!
Today and tomorrow, my posts will discuss polarizers: what they are, when they are useful, and some lesser-known tips on how to use a polarizer. Â These posts are in response