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Is This the Best Fujifilm Lens Ever Made?
[ad_1] Fujifilm has made some excellent cameras and glass to adorn them with, but one photographer claims that this lens is the cream of the crop. So, is he right or is there something better that can be found in Fujifilm’s extensive line-up? It is well documented that the Fujifilm medium format cameras won me…
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Could an Instant Camera Make You a Better Photographer?
[ad_1] There’s something about the analog process that will slow down your photography, making you more thoughtful about image creation. What if you take it one step further and push yourself with an instant camera? Could it make you a better photographer? Thomas Heaton is a landscape photographer who uses a variety of cameras, usually…
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The Essentials of Off-Camera Flash: Gear and Tips
[ad_1] If you are new to the world of artificial lighting, it can sometimes feel like trying to learn a foreign language. It is really worth taking the time to learn it, though, as it will open up creative opportunities that simply are not possible otherwise and make you a far more versatile photographer. This…
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Can This Sub-$200 85mm Lens Produce Professional Images?
[ad_1] An 85mm lens with a wide maximum aperture is one of the most popular options on the market, particularly useful for portrait and wedding photographers who want a flattering focal length and narrow depth of field. That being said, such lenses can cost well north of $2,000. This is what makes the Meike 85mm…
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What We Can Learn From Street Photography?
[ad_1] Street photography is a genre that requires both a lot of savvy and technique but also a fair dose of patience. Even if you do not do street work, there are a lot of lessons to be learned from the genre that can be applied across pretty much all photographic pursuits. This excellent video…
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New Photo Restoration Filter in Photoshop Makes Old Photos Look New
[ad_1] Do you have old grainy photos that you’d love to modernize and bring new life to? Photoshop has a new filter that lets you do just that in a matter of seconds. On my recent return home to Australia, I took both my daughters, now aged four and six. It was our first time…
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How Has the Pandemic Changed Your Approach to Photography?
[ad_1] The pandemic has been one of the most impactful events in the lifetimes of most that are alive today. It has been singular and brutal, affecting people, businesses, and infrastructure. Whether you’re a professional photographer or a hobbyist, it undoubtedly changed the status quo for you, but how? One conversation has prompted two long-form…
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Chris Teague Explains How to Bring Grit to Comedy in Only Murders in the Building
[ad_1] Selena Gomez, Martin Short, and Steve Martin are close to solving another murder in the building, in a whodunnit that laughs at itself. The first season of Only Murders in the Building was wrapped in a charming, warm, visual language. The cinematographer, Chris Teague, brought his own comedic aesthetic to a murder mystery. He’s…
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How You Should Edit Your Landscape Photos
[ad_1] Rarely is a compelling landscape photo made entirely in camera; the majority of such images require at least some degree of editing to be complete, and this is your chance to show off both your technique and your creative vision. So, how do you actually approach the edit? This fantastic video tutorial features an…
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7 Mistakes Beginner Headshot Photographers Make and How To Avoid Them
[ad_1] In my latest video, I address seven common mistakes that beginner headshot photographers make and offer ways to avoid these pitfalls. In many ways, I feel like I took the long road in learning about lighting, posing, wardrobe, and other important facets of a headshot, and although this video is aimed at beginners, all…