Today I hope you will allow me a brief pause from the discussion of technology and technique to revel in a little of the pure joy that is the process of photography. Last night I went to the cinema to see “Fatal Attraction”. Yes, you are reading this in the year 2022 (or sometimes in … Read more
The neutral density filter, or ND filter, is a powerful tool that photographers use to reduce the amount of light entering the camera lens to select exposure combinations that would otherwise result in overexposed images. This article is a basic guide to ND filters and how to use them. One of the fundamental principles of … Read more
Photographer Justin Anderson captured a trio of beautiful celestial elements together. During the total lunar eclipse, he was able to capture the blood moon, aurora and milky way together in a stunning panorama. While Anderson only picked up his first camera five years ago, he immediately felt drawn to the vast landscapes and beauty of … Read more
It is sometimes difficult for me to look back on the photographs that I created at the start of my career. The shots are all technically strong, but something is missing. This missing element can be defined as vision. In this article, I will detail my journey in understanding the need to integrate this crucial … Read more
Taking great photos of insects may seem difficult, but it’s actually quite easy – once you know a few tips and tricks. In this article, I share my top five insect photography tips, including: How to find bugs to shoot How to improve your insect compositions How to choose the perfect angle for great insect … Read more
A disturbing set of photographs is at the center of a mystery of the disappearance and death of two young women in Panama and local authorities are currently baffled by an apparently missing photo file on their SD card. In 2014, Kris Kremers and Lisanne Froon, both from the Netherlands, were traveling and exploring the … Read more
JTF (just the facts): Published in 2021 by Fraglich Publishing (here). Hardcover (6 × 7.75 inches), 195 pages, with 157 color photographs. Includes an essay in English and Zulu. In an edition of 150 copies. (Cover and distribute the plans below.) Comments/Background: Fraglich Publishing, a small publishing house initiated by Austrian photographer Lukas Birk, focuses … Read more
If you love landscape photography, you probably know a lot about camera equipment, settings, and the most common composition rules and techniques. But landscape photography isn’t always about these things. I have six important tips that are often overlooked. Many articles on landscape photography are available. Most of them talk about equipment and settings that … Read more
Want to know how to edit your photos using the Lightroom Clarity slider? The Clarity tool may not look like much, but it has a huge punch; it’s one of the easiest ways to give your images more pop, and I highly recommend using it to spice up your photos when editing. In this article, … Read more
When I started photography, one of the hardest things for me was choosing which editing software to use. Indeed, many photographers are faced with the same problem on a daily basis. Beyond the classic choices, there is arguably a much better software you can choose: ACDSee Gemstone Photo Editor 12. It combines the features of … Read more