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The benefits of getting low

As photographers, we often look at things at eye level. But more often than not, there’s much more to see, often by looking up. While I’ve discussed the importance of looking up before, and the different views you’ll get to capture, I have a slightly different take on this. Instead

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Facebook jail for photographers

Most photographers are careful about the images they post on Facebook. After all, you never know when one of your photos might end up getting you in trouble. But even if you’re careful with your content, there’s still a chance that you could find yourself in Facebook jail. In this

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Memorial Day 2022: Remembrances

Memorial Day 2022: Rememberances

Today we take a moment to remember all who have died to defend democracy in America. This tribute focuses on the photographers who risked and often lost their lives to bring all of us the stories of our heroes in the military. To learn more, click on each photographers’ name.

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high key fence and trees

Capturing and processing high key landscape and wildlife images

High key photography is a technique used to create unique artistic images by intentionally overexposing a scene. Special post-processing techniques are used to create a very light image that enhances textures, shadows and contrast, particularly with black and white conversions. I was recently inspired to explore high key photography during

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A melancholy black and white portrait of a dying forest

“The Harz National Park in Germany faces an unprecedented crisis. After two years of drought, several severe storms and the rapid spread of the bark beetle, its forests are extremely stressed and weakened,” Berlin-based graphic designer and photographer Philipp Apler began his introduction to his black and white series. “Especially

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Shutter Notes: Carl Kissin — Walking the lonely path

Welcome to Shutter Notes, our weekly community feature. Shutter Notes gives you the chance to get to know our community members a bit better. Each member will share a little bit about themselves and an image they’ve chosen. Carl Kissin is an improv comic and musical theater lyricist. He has

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Only a few days left to save 20% on Capture One!

Thinking of trying out Capture One? Now is the perfect time to give it a go! For a limited time, you can get 20% off your first year — or a perpetual license. Buy Capture One Pro using the code PHOTOFOCUS20 to avail of this offer! With Capture One, you have a powerful photo

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