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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 even with a phone. As […]

Fri Jul 26, 2024 23:02
What cameras did you fall out of love with?

We all have cameras that we like less than the others, and falling out of love with a camera or two does happen once in a while. Sometimes, we just realize that they simply don’t fit the type of photography we want to create. Other times, we move on to newer cameras that are better […]

Fri Jul 26, 2024 20:33
The power of editing

Today, I’m inviting you to join me as I go a little behind the scenes on editing. Follow along as I transform an image from the captivating “Night Circus” series into a truly dreamlike image, I’m thrilled with how the final image came out. The editing process Links and additional reading

Fri Jul 26, 2024 14:07
Why 85mm works great for more than just portraits

Whenever the 85mm focal length is mentioned, most photographers immediately think about portrait photography. While it’s definitely among the first focal lengths that portrait photographers reach for, there’s more to it than that. It actually comes pretty handy for other types of photography as well! In the video above, Sydney, Australia-based Pat Kay shares...

Thu Jul 25, 2024 23:04
Hollyland adds Pyro 7 All-in-one Video Monitor, TX and RX to Pyro Series

Hollyland recently announced the Pyro 7, a wireless video monitor that combines TX, RX, and a seven-inch monitor screen in one compact, lightweight, and robust device. The Pyro 7’s Auto Dual-Band Hopping (ADH) technology resists interference and supports a long operational range of up to 1,300ft (400m). The low latency of only 60ms provides smooth […]

Thu Jul 25, 2024 21:02
How writing made me a better photographer

In college, I discovered the Feynman Technique, a method named after the renowned physicist Richard Feynman, which transformed the way I approached learning and understanding new concepts. The essence of the technique is simple: if you can’t explain something in simple terms, you don’t truly understand it. This revelation not only revolutionized my...

Thu Jul 25, 2024 17:02

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