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Archive for the ‘Lighting’ Category

Quick Tip: Practical Methods for Overexposure

August 23rd, 2007

Tips to help you get more comfortable with taking overexposed photos with various types of cameras and settings.



Should You Expose For Shadows Or Highlights?

August 20th, 2007

The intent of this article is to provide information that can be used to make decisions about exposure in harsh lighting conditions.



Quick Tip: Utilize That Auto-Exposure Lock

July 19th, 2007

Learn how to deal with high contrast situations by utilizing your camera’s auto-exposure locking mechanism to achieve properly exposed and in-focus photos.



Link Roundup 07-07-07

July 7th, 2007

Newfound photographers, photographing dragonflies, studio lighting, composing full frame, and texture photos. Great tips and lots of good stuff to look at.



Trying My Hand At Lightning Photography

June 5th, 2007

Notes on taking photos of lightning during a storm, including focal length, shutter speed, and f-number.



Indoor Macro Photography Project For Rainy Days

April 1st, 2007

I mentioned yesterday that I got outside with my macro lens and shot some photos of the miniature daffodils in the backyard. Today I wanted to do some more, but it was raining outside and I didn’t feel like dealing with the water. So instead of going outside to take photos, I brought [...]



Night + Camera + Car = ART

February 25th, 2007

If it’s dark outside, you have a camera, and you’re in a car, don’t make waste of your time — make art! I’ve got to give my Dad credit for this one, since he’s the one that mentioned it to me. Actually, he sent me a bunch of whacked-out pictures and made me [...]