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Street photography inspiration: Chasing light like Trent Parke
Joy Celine Asto
When it comes to street photography, the contrast of light and shadows often leads to the most striking images. They lead the eyes, set the
Is opportunity knocking? Are you ready?
Erin Holmstead
Opportunity can knock at any time. Are you prepared? Have you ever been in a room and looked around and felt like you didn’t belong? Just
Blogging for photographers
Andy Ford
I think the benefits of blogging are largely underestimated. Perhaps blogs suffer from the misguided perception that they never evolved from the amateurish prose seen
The street photography camera no one is talking about
Joy Celine Asto
With the Fujifilm X100VI all the rage yet out of reach lately, it’s not surprising that many street photographers resort to looking for the next
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DxO PhotoLab 7: Let’s explore the FX Panel
Julie Powell
How I got the photo: The Gambler
Julie Powell
I recently did a cool little photoshoot in the studio with model David Kennedy. I wanted to explore some dark and moody images with a Gambler theme. We had cards, dice, poker chips and a 20W Hobolite LED light setup
What is focus stacking?
Levi Sim
When you buy a fast lens with a bright aperture, like f/1.8, you go crazy making photos with a super-shallow depth of field. You photograph flowers where only one stamen is in focus, and you shoot people with super blurry
Julie’s top 10 photography locations around Melbourne
Julie Powell
Melbourne is a city that bursts with photographic potential. From its iconic landmarks and bustling laneways to its sprawling gardens and hidden gems, there’s something for every photographer to capture. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, here
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Question of the Week: What gear did you really want to own but ended up rarely using?
Photofocus Team
It’s time to make your voice heard! Each week, we ask a question of our readers so we know what sort of content to produce more of. Your input helps us make Photofocus better. We all have photography gear wishlists,
Is 24mm lens macro photography possible? Photographer Emma Wilson proves it is
Jemma Pollari
When I think of macro photography, I think 100mm lenses on upside-down cameras on a splayed-leg tripod. What I don’t think of is a 24mm pancake lens. But when I recently met emerging photographer Emma Wilson, my understanding of what
Six tips for gorgeous coastal photos
Julie Powell
I love being on the coast; I feel at home. The waves and gulls call to me and I feel inner peace when I can smell that sea salty tang in the air. Nothing quite beats a gorgeous coastal photo
Experiment with your long lens (Part two)
Bob Coates
Pushing your gear to different subjects can lead to more creative images. I started with photographing birds in my backyard. Got bored waiting. Ended up with some interesting plant images. See those original results. See below where that bit of
Photographing all the cute critters this spring
Julie Powell
Getting among cute critters this Spring, it’s not just about photographing them, but enjoying the experience and reacting with them on their level. During an outing to local botanical gardens, I was so fortunate to interact with a South Brown
Deal alert: Keep your gear safe and save up to $120 on dry cabinets!
Joy Celine Asto
Whether you’re a vintage camera collector, a professional photographer, or an enthusiast, a dry cabinet is a must have for keeping your gear protected. This is especially the case if you’re living in a location with high humidity. Storing your
Milky Way panorama blend with arch
Bob Coates
As I mentioned in an earlier article on noise reduction, it’s Milky Way huntin’ season for capturing the Galactic Core. To capture the arch, I use a panorama technique. In this instance, I captured and stitched together eight image slices
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