Strobist: Lighting in the Dark: Summer Reading

Strobist: Lighting in the Dark: Summer Reading: It's still technically summertime in Maryland. But the temps are down, the humidity has eased and -- best of all -- the mosquitos are history. This is prime evening porch time for Emily, my nocturnal bookworm.

The First Studio LiteIgloo

The First Studio LiteIgloo: The idea of a shooting enclosure is not a new one; it’s been around a while. In the past their cost, assembly, and size have not made them popular with the entry level or amateur photographers.

High Wing Vs Low Wing Aircraft for Aerial Photography – PictureCorrect

High Wing Vs Low Wing Aircraft for Aerial Photography – PictureCorrect: I got a call from a potential Aerial Photographer seeking information about shooting from his Beech Sundowner. Lovely airplanes…I have many hours in a similar aircraft the Warrior. Economical to operate, inexpensive to acquire…in short, it’s a great all round aircraft but it does have a few drawbacks..

Landscape Photography: Steps to Improve – PictureCorrect

Landscape Photography: Steps to Improve – PictureCorrect: "How many times have you been driving and wanted to stop and take a shot of that breathtaking landscape. You then stop, look around and the shot even looks better. Your heart even skips a beat. You go for it and return to the car with a huge smile."

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Twilight Photography Tips

Twilight Photography Tips: "I’ve never been a huge fan of sunset photos… In fact — to be quite honest — the thought of just hanging around at the beach, along an observation deck, or even on a mountain top simply to take a picture of the sun hitting the horizon seems pretty dang’ boring to me."

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How to Use Sunset Light to Light Portraits

How to Use Sunset Light to Light Portraits: "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."

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Sunrise Portraits Part II – The Techniques

Sunrise Portraits Part II – The Techniques: "In the previous article Beginners Tips for Sunrise Portraits : Part I, we discussed a number of tips and tricks that will guarantee a fantastic Sunrise Portrait-Shoot. Experiment with those tips and tricks before taking on these techniques."

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Beginners Tips for Sunrise Portraits : Part I

Beginners Tips for Sunrise Portraits : Part I: "The last year I’ve embarked on a new adventure to create a series of stunning portraits. My quest: Perfect the Sunrise Portrait shoot."

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Golden Hour: Weekly Photography Challenge

Golden Hour: Weekly Photography Challenge: "The ‘Golden Hours’ are those times just before or after the sun rises and sets – when photographers are often presented with light that is warm and golden and hitting subjects at an angle that presents all kinds of wonderful possibilities."

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Pet Portrait Photography Tips – PictureCorrect

Pet Portrait Photography Tips – PictureCorrect: "Taking great photographs is not easy. It takes time, patience and a little bit of knowledge! This article will focus on taking photographs of pets or animals, and the challenges this sometimes poses."

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