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What to take on a photography bootcamp

I attended the fabulous BFOP (Bright Festival of Photography) last year for the first time. While I didn’t do too bad, I did learn a trick or two for what to do for this year. So as I head off on yet another photography adventure, I stopped to think about

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X-T3

Is the Fujifilm X-T3 still a good camera in 2024?

Scouting for your first mirrorless camera? Before you jump at the latest camera with all the bells and whistles (and spend more than you should), you might want to consider an older model first. Many intermediate and pro photographers will tell you to not discount these oldies but goodies just

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Night photo with light painting, scorpion sculpture (Ricardo Breceda, sculptor), Borrego Springs, California.

Light painting at night: Giving direction to light

Unsure of which direction to light paint your subject? Sometimes, your environment can offer a suggestion for creating more natural and pleasing night photography photos! What is light painting? The term is often used loosely to describe any addition of light to a night photograph. Really, though, light painting is

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Fall fun with food

Fun with food photography

Here is a fun idea for a fall shoot, especially with the holidays just around the corner. Arrange a get-together with some of your photography friends, especially if you all like to bake or cook. Everyone brings a plate — perhaps a sweet, a savory, an appetizer, a dessert …

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SlickPic Photography Challenge: Framing

Another week, another photography challenge! Here’s one that you can tackle over the weekend. For the 40th week of their 52-week Photo Challenge, the folks of SlickPic want us to use natural and man-made elements as Framing devices. If you’re ready, it’s time to refill your creative juices and put your photography

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White Balance Trip

What white balance setting should you use?

Photography is often described as the art of capturing light. Light, in all its forms and colors, is pivotal in creating compelling and visually stunning images. White balance is one of the key aspects of photography that directly relates to how light is perceived and interpreted in photos. Let’s explore

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Five slow shutter tricks to level up your photography

Looking for something new to try to give your photography a boost? Or maybe you want to expand your skills with a new technique? How about learning some slow shutter tricks that you can use for your next projects? Let’s take a look at five that you can start learning

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What to look for in a camera as an amateur

In an age where photography has become an accessible art form for all, the quest for the perfect camera to begin your photographic journey can be both exhilarating and overwhelming. As an amateur photographer, you don’t need to be swayed by complex technical jargon or dazzling marketing gimmicks. Instead, you

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