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Light is one of a photographer’s greatest assets and, when used effectively, can transform otherwise dull scenes into photographic masterpieces. Candles offer a unique source of light which can produce stunning results if used creatively. In today’s Quick Tip, we’re exploring a few techniques for making the most of candlelight photography! Read more… ...

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Minimalism is indeed the art of less. As a life philosophy, minimalists focus on a few essential elements of life and cast unnecessary things aside. In today’s showcase, we have collected 50 examples of minimalist photography, where the focus is one one small key element and the rest of the composition is completely clutter free. You’ll be surprised at how powerful these images can be! Read more…...

Germany has Leica, Zeiss, Voiglander and Rollei. Sweden has Hasselblad. Japan has Canon, Nikon, Pentax, Sony and Olympus. If you’re a photographer, you know these brands. You probably own cameras and lenses made by one or more of these companies. But there is a dark horse in the camera world, Russian and former Soviet countries also produced some great cameras, and some still do. It’s an intriguing stor...

Have you ever noticed how expensive studio lighting can be? A single softbox can cost more than a monthly car payment! For most amateurs and even many professionals, these high prices send them looking for alternatives. One of the popular choices is fluorescent lighting, due to its very low cost and unique shape. Read more… ...

Fed up with boring, mundane camera filters? Well, no more! Today we’re introducing you to a selection of unusual and interesting filters that can really spice up your photography. These are accessories you’ll want to use every day, but they can add a really interesting element and give you some inspiration when you’re feeling a little tired of your existing kit. Read more… ...

Friday Photo Critique is our weekly community project, where we publish a photograph submitted by one of our wonderful readers, then ask you all to offer constructive feedback on the image. It’s a great way to learn more about photography, express your viewpoint, and have your own image critiqued! Read more… ...

As a business owner, every dollar you spend is a dollar right out of your pocket. This affects your profit margin and revenues. This can be especially difficult if it comes at a time when you’re trying to grow your business. If you’re going to succeed, you have to pay close attention to your bottom line and look for creative, innovative ways to cut costs while still getting what you need. Almost everyon...

Today we’re looking at Sony’s foray into the hybrid camera market. Sony’s NEX models pack a big sensor into a tiny body, and even the cheaper NEX-3 gives its rivals a run for their money! Join us after the break to see how it stacks up against the competition, complete with plenty of example shots! Read more… ...

In today’s video, we’re going behind the scenes of a “paint splatter” shoot, looking at how the process works, and how easy it is to photograph your own images for use as backgrounds or textures. The equipment used is perfect for those on a budget, and it’s really fun technique to try yourself at home! Read more… ...