When we think about taking long exposures with a camera, night time images usually come to mind. Only dark conditions generally call for slow shutter speeds, right? True-but there is a way to take time exposures in broad daylight…with surprising
USING SPEEDLITES FOR IMPROVED RESULTS
Speedlites , simply stated, are accessory flashes that attach to the hot shoe of your DSLR. By raising the light source above the camera, the speedlite produces a more pleasing effect than the harsh head-on shadow cast by the
New Digital SLR Photography Book for 2014
“Digital SLR Photography Demystified” is my new venture in the world of photography instruction. Originally conceived as a reference for students taking my Digital Photography for Beginners course, it also serves as a standalone guide for those who prefer self-instruction.
WINTER EXPOSURE (PHOTOGRAPHIC, THAT IS)
Have we had enough of cold and snow yet? Unfortunately, it doesn’t look like it’s going away any time soon. So – if you have the itch to get out and take some photos anyway but are disappointed
PERFECTING THE PANORAMIC: STEP BY STEP
It’s getting easier to make panoramics with today’s cameras. Some will actually do the stitching together for you without the need for software. But unless you take control of the process, you may be selling yourself short on results.
NEW LIGHTING COURSE IN 2013
Many people have taken my Digital Photography for Beginners course to overcome their reluctance to take their camera out of Auto mode and take control of exposure and depth of field.For those who are starting to feel comfortable with their
Size Matters – Sensor Talk.
When digital SLRs started to come into the market, they essentially replaced the 35mm film camera. In most cases, the lenses that fit your 35mm camera could now be used on the new digitals (from the same manufacturer, of
Are Point-and-Shoot Cameras Really That Good?
As someone who shoots stock images using SLRs, it may seem strange that I find it necessary to have a digital point-and-shoot in my possession. Not so strange when you consider that the lenses, resolution and exposure modes are starting