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Archives for June 2018

Common Lightroom Mistakes to Avoid

June 28, 2018 · Grant Ordelheide

organizing lightroom

For photographers of any skill level, programs like Lightroom and Adobe Camera Raw have a lot of information to learn. It can be challenging to create an efficient and effective workflow for storing and processing your photos. This post is not meant to be a guide on how to process your photos in Lightroom, but […]

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8 Outstanding Solutions for Creating Your Online Portfolio

June 24, 2018 · Bill Jones

sNot all of us can build out an awesome online portfolio from scratch. Luckily there are some great solutions out there for us. Whether your building your online portfolio for the first time or redesigning an old one, below you will find a service to fit your needs. Squarespace Squarespace is the best solution for […]

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40 Masterful Examples of Photo Manipulation

June 23, 2018 · Steph Nelson

dog forest composite

Like HDR, photo manipulation can provoke strong opinions among photographers. Some photographers avoid it and stick to the basics of editing. Others love pushing the limits of Photoshop. In our opinion, neither side is wrong or right. They’re simply two different approaches to art. That being said, photo manipulation is definitely more controversial than unedited […]

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What Makes a Great Fine Art Architectural Photograph?

June 22, 2018 · Sharon Tenenbaum

fine art architecture photography

Every person you ask might have a different answer to the question, what makes a great fine art architectural photograph? However, in my experience, there are a few key factors that are necessary for transforming a good image into a great one. Great architectural images often follow these 3 features: Composition. In architectural photography, you […]

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32 Outstanding Examples of Portrait Photography For Your Inspiration

June 19, 2018 · Steph Nelson

black and white

Portrait photography is a wide genre, including everything from heart-warming family portraits to surreal conceptual photos. For this post, however, we’re focusing on realistic portraits of individuals. These are the kind of portraits that allow many professional photographers to earn a living. They’re simple yet difficult to master, natural yet unique. The portraits below can […]

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20 Outstanding Examples of Travel Photography

June 15, 2018 · Steph Nelson

Pushkar Camel Fair

Travel photography is a lot like photojournalism, only instead of documenting an event or story, you’re documenting your own travel experiences. Your trip becomes the “story” you’re photographing. Depending on your trip, you might be photographing wild animals and rugged landscapes, or the nightlife and architecture of a major city. Travel photography crosses all genres, […]

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Gear Acquisition Syndrome: What’s in a Professional Landscape Photographer’s Camera Bag?

June 5, 2018 · Steph Nelson

what's in my camera bag

Mark Denney is a professional landscape photographer based in Pinehurst, North Carolina. Like a lot of dedicated photographers, he suffers from Gear Acquisition Syndrome, also known as GAS. As a result, his camera bag is full of awesome equipment. He’s also a big fan of gear reviews, including the increasingly popular “What’s in My Bag?” […]

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40 Inspiring Sunrise Pictures

June 3, 2018 · Steph Nelson

early morning fog

Sunsets and sunrises are both gorgeous for photography, but they’re not entirely the same. While they look similar, they have key differences that can change the color and mood of photos. One of the main differences is the color temperature of the light. Sunrises tend to be cooler, while sunsets are warmer. This difference is […]

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