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How to install and set up Huion Keydial Remote

How to setup and install the Huion Keydial Remote to use with a Windows PC and my Lamvas Pro 16 Tablet. I run through everything from start to finish. Connecting to your PC via USB (can use Bluetooth) and then download and use the software and how to setup all

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Capricorn Caves

Photographing challenging conditions: Capricorn Caves

How do you photograph in really challenging conditions? It’s a good question. When I visited Capricorn Cave just outside of Rockhampton, Queensland (Australia), it was certainly challenging. Heading into the caves, we had bright midday sunlight, and pockets of it through the caves. In the caves, we could photograph, but

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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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2019-07-18 Rocky Nook Enthusiasts Guide to Composition balance

Five design elements for better pictures

I’ve been frequently asked to help take pictures (with a smartphone) simply because I’m a photographer and therefore MUST make better pictures than those coming from an average joe. Probably not always true, but I feel that there are some elements to know that could help everyone take better pictures

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High Key photography

Mastering the art of high key photography

In photography, artists continually seek new techniques to express their creativity and evoke specific moods or emotions. High-key photography is one such technique that offers a unique and striking visual aesthetic. This style is characterized by its bright, evenly lit images with minimal shadows, resulting in a clean and ethereal

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In a poll in the Harvard student newspaper, 59% of students polled thought this was AI-generated art, not the night photograph it actually is.

How to create star trails in Photoshop in three easy steps

You can create star trails in Photoshop in three easy steps. It’s really quite easy! Star trails are magical. They show the celestial movements of the stars over a long period of time. And they’re easy to create. You’ve taken some photos of the night sky in succession, one right

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manual settings on camera back to basics

All good photographers use manual, right?

Often I’ll end up visiting a bookstore to check out fun coffee table books and photography books. I have to have something for my home that will help guests be converted to taking pictures! So there I was, looking at a table of neatly piled and organized books when I

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Turning water into wine in Photoshop

No, it’s not quite a Christmas miracle, but there is a quick and easy way to turn water into wine. At least in photos, using Photoshop! If only it was that easy in real life, right? We did a fun cheeky, holiday party/studio session with model Summer. I grabbed a

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Edge of the world

Finding and getting inspired through your inner child

Finding inspiration is so simple that even your kids can do it. Literally, kids do it all the time. People are always telling me they struggle to come up with creative ideas to shoot. It’s one problem I rarely have. I think it all comes down to the way you

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Focus Stacking with Luminar Neo

Stack the odds in your favor with Luminar Neo

I’ve written about focus stacking with specialist software and macro rails. But what if you don’t have access to those, or perhaps you just want to try focus stacking before spending any more money? You can try to focus stack by hand and then use Luminar Neo’s Focus Stacking to

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Removing dust & scratches in Photoshop

How to remove dust and scratches on glassware in Photoshop

Glassware is a popular subject for photographers, whether it’s for commercial product photography or creative still-life compositions. However, one common issue with glassware photography is the presence of dust and scratches on the surface of the glass, which can detract from the overall image quality. It’s also the case when

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How to add a flame to candles in Photoshop

Candles are an essential part of many celebrations and occasions, and adding a flame to a candle can make it look more realistic and vibrant. With Adobe Photoshop, you can easily add a flame to a candle in just a few simple steps. In this blog post, we will guide

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