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Have some fun with Christmas portraits

Who says Christmas portraits have to be posed and old fashioned? Try having some fun with yours this year. Grab a friend or two, or perhaps a selfie, and combine that with a Christmas hat and some Christmas lights. No need to go overboard. Keep it simple Keep it simple

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Infrared photography tutorial: Get the glowing foliage effect

Curious about infrared photography and getting its distinctly vibrant look? This specialized and moderately technical genre does require a bit of work and modified gear. Today’s featured tutorial covers the editing part, so you might want to save this for later when you need the next step for getting those

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Revisit locations for stronger photos

There’s something about working a regular location that allows for stronger photos. When you only work a place once, you only have one lighting scenario. You also tend to think, “Ah I’ve got the shot I want.” Second, third and even the 12th visits yield better photos as you explore

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Photographing and documenting cherished family Christmas traditions

The holiday season is a time filled with warmth, joy, and the magic of cherished traditions. As families come together to celebrate Christmas, there’s a unique opportunity to capture these special moments through photography. One timeless tradition that holds a special place in many households is the act of leaving

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Five tips for capturing the magic of bokeh with natural light

Bokeh is a beautiful effect that can add depth and dimension to your photos. It is created by out-of-focus areas of the image, resulting in a soft, dreamy background that makes your subject stand out. While you can create bokeh with artificial light sources, natural light can create magic. Here

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Street photography using old compact digital cameras

Do you still have one of those old compact digital cameras lying around? Don’t get rid of them just yet! believe it or not, there’s a growing interest in these old cameras for the modern nostalgia they provide. Think of it as the digital counterpart of the film photography resurgence.

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The Idaho state capitol building in Boise during the holidays

Controlling composition

The variable most photographers overlook is composition. The only variable in a photograph is the subject. Set the correct exposure, then choose the focal length. Make sure the aperture gives the right amount of depth of field. Set the shutter to stop motion or add blur. Oh. One more thing:

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