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Articles in Home | Arts & Entertainment | Photography Sort By: Title|Newest|Oldest Flower Photography - A Mild Obsession #1  By : Patrick Heathcock What does one need to do to get the perfect close-up of a wild flower? Set up a tripod, clip on camera, then snap, snap it's in the bag, camera, chip.. whatever? Maybe... but consider a few unexpected impediments first. Finding the perfect clump of subjects (mostly the easy part), stopping(screeching to a halt) suddenly (sometimes interesting along a busy highway)...parking and gathering up the necessary gear (easy) - then my least favourite part, lugging everything over hill... Flower Pictures - A Mild Obsession #1  By : Patrick Heathcock What does one need to do to get the perfect close-up of a wild flower? Set up a tripod, clip on camera, then snap, snap it's in the bag, camera, chip.. whatever? Maybe... but consider a few unexpected impediments first. Finding the perfect clump of subjects (mostly the easy part), stopping suddenly or rather screeching to a halt (sometimes interesting along a busy highway)...parking and gathering up the necessary gear (easy) - then my least favourite part, lugging everything ... Some Basic Tips On Using Your Camera  By : Yvonne Volante It's true that taking photos is as simple as running out and grabbing a cheap five dollar camera. But taking good, quality photos has never been easier. So lets explore some quick ideas that can help you take photos that you will be happy to share with friends and family. Photography as an art has never been more exciting or enjoyable. Todays photography enthusiast has many styles, topics, and tools open to them. Plus, the blending of digital with print makes the craft of... Shooting Cowboys  By : Phyllis Coletta Learn about the newest rage in photography: cowboy action shooting! All About Photography  By : Sintilia Miecevole Photography is the art of reproducing pictures of people, objects or places in their exact likeness. These images can be transferred on any photosensitive material. Photography includes taking and printing pictures. The backbone of photography is the camera, the instrument or device that works on the principle of optics. The camera and photographic techniques have undergone phenomenal changes since the time the first camera was made. The earlier model did not contain the ... Digital or film?  By : TJ Tierney For many, digital photography is a breath of fresh air, but be wary - believing our landscape images will be superior could be a serious blunder. Improving Our Landscape Images.  By : TJ Tierney Landscape photography can be a challenge, but with the right composition and good natural light it can be made a bit easier. Get The Most Out Of Your Camera. (Part 1).  By : TJ Tierney Would you like to take wildlife pictures like you see in magazines, or even turn everyday objects into photographic art? Get The Most Out Of Your Camera. (Part 2).  By : TJ Tierney Lets add motion to our images. The Wonders Of Winter.  By : TJ Tierney Time for some seasonal images. Get the perfect exposure… every time!  By : TJ Tierney Disappointed with your last batch of images. How To Buy A Spy Camera In 3 Easy Steps  By : Roger Wembley I bet you are frustrated by the lack of information about spy cameras available on the internet. I sure was. There seams like there are just a few big companies who have blown their entire advertising budget to make a big splash. (This includes the X10 camera of the late 90s fame). Spy cameras can come in very handy to anyone who wants one (provided, of course, that they aren't used for nefarious activities). Spy cameras have tons of legitimate uses, and can come in especiall... Light is life!  By : TJ Tierney Understanding natural light is a “must” for good landscape images. Did You Ever Try Selling Your Images?  By : TJ Tierney Make a start with a local exhibit. Photo Copyright Concerns.  By : TJ Tierney Copyright in any subject can be un-enticing, but is doesn’t hurt to know the law. Get the perfect exposure…Part 2  By : TJ Tierney Still disappointed with your images. 5 Tips For Shooting Winter Landscapes.  By : TJ Tierney Some of us, regardless how harsh the weather gets, will brave the tough elements in search of the crisp winter light. Planning well in advance will help make your trip more enjoyable. Improving Your Landscape Images…Part 2  By : TJ Tierney Make your images more dramatic with a polarizing filter. Understanding Image Resolution  By : TJ Tierney Good photography remains as elusive and as enticing as ever - knowing how to optimise it in your digital darkroom will only make it better. Reducing Red Eye In Photos  By : Bernard Peh One of the most common problems novice photographers encounter when photographing people or animals is red eye. The problem is caused by the flash of the camera illuminating the rentina of the eye. 6 Things To Consider Before When Getting A Photo Lab  By : George Williams - Digital cameras are so popular in recent years due to its convenience and capacity. Every event or celebration you go to now has at least several people snapping away. Once you pay for the camera and memory cards, your costs are zero, until you actually have a picture you want to print. You can take 40 pictures of your new child, niece, nephew, grandchild, etc, and if only two good shots came out of that, then you only pay for those two. In fact, owning your own photo qua... 10 Tips In Better Photography  By : Michael Colucci Taking a good photo isn’t as hard as you may think. You don’t need the most expensive camera or years of experience, just 10 simple tips. Print Better Images.  By : TJ Tierney It doesn’t matter how good your photos are, if your images aren’t displayed to their best advantage they will lose impact. Filters For Landscape Photography.  By : TJ Tierney It’s time to spice up your landscape photography with filters. Capturing the Image  By : Bernard Peh The entire process of capturing a photo is a different experience for every person. Many people take photos to try and hold onto a special moment in time. A vacation, a birthday, awards, a new car, a wedding or even a new baby. Digital Or Film Photography  By : Michael Colucci The popularity of digital cameras may have enjoyed amazing increase but film has still an important part to play in photography and will continue to be important for some time. Motivational Art in the Office.  By : Ashvin Ramasawmy In today’s business environment, motivational art has quickly become the darling of entrepreneurs. Why? Simply because it works! In short, motivational art posters/prints are photographs or drawings that carry an inspirational message that corroborates the picture. Therefore, they make the perfect office wall décor. Not only do they add some esthetics to the room but surrounding yourself with motivational art will help inspire you and boost productivity. Photography School Reviews  By : Briana This article will attempt to help you come to a clearer understanding of the photography schools and colleges available. Photo mugs  By : Mike Daniels Is the feeling of a soon-come-crashing birthday of your beloved, a close relative or a friend and the following headache about what to choose as a gift familiar to you? Fuji Underwater Cameras - Photography Above And Below The Waves  By : Cinneide Lets take a short look at the latest innovations - Fuji Underwater cameras. Nikon Underwater Cameras - Capturing The Underwater World  By : Cinneide Nikon underwater cameras are designed both for professionals and first time users. Did You Ever Try Selling Your Photography…Part 2  By : TJ Tierney Have you ever tried to sell your images to an agency. Top 5 Photo Accessories.  By : TJ Tierney Important bits and pieces for landscape photography. A Quick Review of SmugMug  By : Richard McMillan SmugMug, the online photo sharing service, has several outstanding features that have resulted in a faithful following; indeed it can be counted as among the best photo sharing services in the world. An Introduction to Pet Photography  By : Stan Beck Photographing your pet can be an incredibly rewarding experience. Done well, it will allow you to immortalize Fluffy or Spot – that significant member of your family – the pet that shared you food, chewed your shoes, and brought you the newspaper. In fact, the act of seriously photographing your pet will bring you both closer because the process opens you to noticing the small, wonderful things that you might have missed before – the way he wags his tail, etc. This is a grand adventure. How to Use a PhotoWorks Coupon  By : Richard McMillan PhotoWorks.com is a website offering services such as storing and editing of photos, organizing them in albums, sharing the photos with others, and using the photos to create a range of gift items like photo books and keepsakes. Helpful Steps to Choose a Great Lightweight Portable Tripod  By : Roberta Hochreiter How to chose a lightweight portable tripod or a suitable alternative to a tripod that will stand up to the rigors of the outdoors. How to Photograph Wildlife  By : Roberta Hochreiter To get good shots of animals and birds, you will have to learn to be quick in setting up and framing your shots. Waiting until you get out in the wilderness to learn these tricks is not a good idea. What I found to be very helpful was practicing on my cats and on birds in my yard or local parks. You learn to anticipate their behavior and react fast to get the good shots. Here are some tips on how to get the best shots of animals and birds in the wild. Photography Techniques.  By : TJ Tierney Get to know your lens. Amateur Photographer’s Guide to Choosing Film vs. Digital Cameras  By : Jennifer Clarkson Even professional photographers are turning to digital over film cameras these days. Film cameras have a long history, but digital is more popular. Which is right for you? Photography 101: Aperture and Depth of Field Demystified  By : Jennifer Clarkson Find out how aperture directly affects depth of field by reviewing the factors that influence how all photos are captured. Understand how aperture-priority can be useful in changing the plane of focus in your image. Photography: Using Shutter Speed to Control Motion  By : Jennifer Clarkson What is shutter speed and when do I care about controlling it? When you have a subject you want to photograph that moves - a child, a cyclist, your favourite racer - there are 3 techniques you can choose from to control this motion with your camera. Top 4 Mistakes made when Photographing Waterfalls and How to Correct Them  By : Jennifer Clarkson When cameras are left to their automatic settings, it’s almost guaranteed that they’ll incorrectly exposure a waterfall – they’ll either overexpose it and you’ll lose all the detail in the water, or more likely underexpose everything around it and turn the water grey. Read on for the most common mistakes photographers make while shooting waterfalls. Photography 101: The Basics of Metering and Exposure  By : Jennifer Clarkson There is only so much correction that photo-editing software can do if your image is over- or under-exposed, so it's important that your camera is set correctly for the conditions you're shooting in. Learn how your camera measures lighting conditions differently with Spot metering, Center-weighted metering, and Matrix metering. Learn which setting is best in which conditions and why. Advanced Exposure and Metering  By : Jennifer Clarkson Some scenarios are very easy for your camera to correctly expose automatically, but some scenarios are downright tricky. How can I set my camera to correctly expose high contrast scenes, or tricky lighting conditions so that the exposure is always correct? Read on to find out how can you overcome your camera’s temptation to over- or under-expose sunny skies, your favourite black cat, snowy landscapes, gorgeous waterfalls, and more! New cameras provide good content for a photography website  By : netgeek06 So you plan to create a website meant solely for photography and topics related to photography? The most important thing to do for this is to gather and create useful and interesting content for the website. Remember that your photography website is going to become a marketing tool for your website, and so your website content should accordingly reflect this. Digital Photography: White Balance Demystified  By : Jennifer Clarkson Have you ever taken digital photos that turned out with an unexpected blue or green hue? Have you ever wondered why some photos have colours that just don’t look right? Learn how to prevent unexpected colour casts by understanding white balance. Learn the strengths and weaknesses of each built-in white balance setting and improve the colour in your photos under a wide range of lighting conditions. Fifteen Tips For Better Photography  By : Phill Petrovic Would you like to improve your photographic skills just that little bit more? Tired of shooting the same old photos from the same angle and the same subject every time? Here are fifteen cherished tips you can use to improve your photography. Photography 101: Memory Cards for Digital Cameras  By : Jennifer Clarkson What is a memory card and what things should you research before buying one? Delve into the various factors that affect speed, and review how to care for memory cards. Digital Photography – Fast Food Memories  By : Caitlin Moore An insightful article about the ease of digital photography and the resulting electronic barrage of images from everyday life. Digital Photography and the Printed World  By : Caitlin Moore An insightful article discussing the impact of digital photography on photo collections. Selling Your Photography To Magazines.  By : TJ Tierney Learn the proper way to approach the magazines market. Baby Photography.  By : TJ Tierney Tips for photographing babies. Photography Photojournalism  By : TJ Tierney Tips for photojournalism photography. Advertisement Photography.  By : TJ Tierney Tips for the advertisement photography market. Pixels and Digital Cameras  By : Wayne Rockwell Most digital cameras today boast of greater resolution and picture quality. What does that mean to the amateur or occasional photographer? You hear of cameras with 3 megapixals up to 6 or 7 megapixals. What is that? Digital Cameras, Pixels and Printing 4x3 Inch Photos  By : Wayne Rockwell Why is a 3 megapixel camera better than a 1 megapixel camera? It really depends on how you intend to reproduce the picture. How to Build a Pinhole Camera?  By : Dan Crane This article provides information about building your own pinhole camera. If you wan to find out more about pinhole camera and how to make them, then take a look at this article now. The Art Of Glamour And Nude Photography.  By : TJ Tierney Understanding the art of glamour photography. Travel photography.  By : TJ Tierney Capture the world with travel photography. Professional Photography  By : Mr.Amin If you are naïve, passionate, and want to do something exclusive, if you'd like to consider photography as something more than just a creative outlet or a hobby you may be on your way to discovering a new career path, the one that would lead you the success and top profiles. This is not to say that becoming a photographer is easy, nor is it to say that all the people who want to become professional photographers will attain their goal. The photography industry is cutthroat and competitive. There How to Buy a Digital Camera  By : David W Johnson Buying a digital camera is no easy matter. Consumer Reports is always a good place to start. They provide all the relevant information that you could ask for to help you make a wise decision. Besides that, of course, there are many other good sources for information on getting a good digital came Animal Photos Not just For Kids Anymore  By : ian henman Is there more then meets the eye in a photograph of an animal? Do the photo's we have tell others things about us? A Short Introduction To Photography And Some Things To Consider When Purchasing A Digital Camera  By : chadder Snap, snap, snap: digital cameras are showing up in almost everyones electronics pile these days. I happen to have several myself, although we have a photographic business so that's partly why (:--). Anyhow, in this short article about the basics of photography and a certain type of digital camera that's known for it's zooming capabilities. Digital and Traditional Photography - Best of Both Worlds  By : Bart Kalin Now that traditional photography has been practically replaced by digital, it is difficult to find photographers that still embrace both media. How Digital Cameras Work: Vital information you must know before you buy.  By : Drew Laughlin Think you know how digital cameras work? Be sure you know this before you buy your next digital camera. Night Photography  By : TJ Tierney Understanding night photography. Garden Photography  By : TJ Tierney Turn your garden into a perfect outdoor photography studio. Methods for photo backups  By : Ziv Haparnas So you have finally decided to backup those precious photos? There are a few ways to backup photos. In this article we will explain how you can backup your photos either yourself at home or by using an online backup service. Scanning paper prints to digital photos on your hard disk  By : Ziv Haparnas Sometimes you find yourself in a situation when you have to scan paper prints, negatives or slides and store them as digital photos on your computer. Although the reason for doing that can vary there are some common considerations to scanning paper prints. In this article we will go over some of them and try to make your scanning experience easier. How to choose a camera with the right number of Mega Pixels?  By : Ziv Haparnas The race for mega pixels has started and there is no way to stop it. Every few months cameras with more pixels hit the market. The manufacturers want you to dump your old camera and buy the newest and greatest one after all aren’t 10 mega pixels better than just 8? Apparently the answer is not that simple. How Does the Camera Auto Focus Work and Why Sometimes It Fails?  By : Ziv Haparnas All of us use it every time we click on the shutter button. Now understand how the auto focus works under the hood and why in many cases it just does not work. Understanding Photo Printing Paper Sizes or What is 4XD?  By : Ziv Haparnas Online printing services are starting to offer digital compatible paper sizes. It is common today to order prints on paper sizes such as 4XD. In this article we will try to explain what does 4XD mean and why the old paper sizes do not work for digital cameras. Optical or Digital Zoom? The Choice is Clear  By : Ziv Haparnas Many of us do not know the difference between optical and digital zoom. We will try to explain the difference as using the right zoom feature is important for achieving the best photo quality. Optical vs. Digital zoom becomes more confusing as manufacturers are sometimes not clear when advertising their camera zoon figures. Pros and Cons of Battery Technologies Used in Cameras – Choose the Right One for You  By : Ziv Haparnas Like other portable consumer electronic devices digital cameras use batteries as their power source. In this article we will describe different battery technologies and their cons and pros. Armed with this knowledge you will be able to take into consideration the battery used when purchasing your next camera. Turn Your Old Photo Paper Prints into Modern Digital Format Albums  By : Ziv Haparnas Although digital cameras have been around for a few years and are becoming more and more popular many of us still have a large number of older film camera paper prints, slides and negatives. Most people keep their paper prints and negatives at their homes and only use digital formats for new photos they shoot with their new digital cameras. In this article we will discuss converting your old paper prints into digital format. Turning Your Photos To Cash - How Can Your Photos Make Money For You  By : Ziv Haparnas If you are an amateur or a semi professional photographer then chances are that you can make some money out of your photos. In this article you will get tips on how to turn your photos to cash. This article is for you only if you’re looking to turn your photos into some extra cash on top of your main income source. This is not for you if you are looking to live off your photos this is not for you. How Many Pixels Make A Good Print?  By : Ziv Haparnas Ever wondered how big you r enlarge your photos? ever wondered if your camera picture are good enough for a 20X30 poster? or maybe a 11X14? Read our easy to use guidelines to find out how big your print can be based on your camera megapixels. The Difference Between DPI and PPI  By : Ziv Haparnas Most people heard the term DPI. In most cases the term is used in the wrong context to express the number of pixels in a photo, the number of dots in a print or the maximum dots per inch a printer can output. A relatively new term PPI was introduced in order to resolve this wrong usage of the term DPI. In this article we will try to explain in simple words what is DPI and what is PPI and should each be used. Understanding Shutter Delay in Digital Cameras  By : Ziv Haparnas When using a digital camera to take action photos you will notice that there is a delay between the time you press the shutter button to the time the camera actually takes the photo. In most cases this delay is small enough and not noticeable but when taking action photos, for example, it can be a real problem. In this article you will better understand what causes the shutter delay and how you can overcome it. The difference between film and digital photography  By : Ziv Haparnas The debate “film vs. digital” is going on while digital cameras become more and more pervasive. Everybody has an opinion and usually a passionate one. Though there is no one definitive right answer there are differences between film and digital that can be better understood and there is also a practical fact – digital is taking over. This article will provide a few facts about the differences between the two. Digital Noise - What Is It? What Causes It? And How Can I Get Rid Of It?  By : Ziv Haparnas Digital noise appears as random pixels on the photo that do not seem to belong. Although digital noise is not a problem for most photographers and is mostly evident in extreme scenarios such as night photography it is beneficial for every photographer to understand what digital noise is and how it can be avoided and removed should it appear on one of his or her photos. Understanding Red-Eye in photos and how it can be prevented  By : Ziv Haparnas It happens to you all the time you take photos of family or friends just to find out later on that the eyes in the photos have a dominant redness to them. You are not alone red-eye photos are taken everyday by all of us. In this article we will try to understand why red-eye happens and how it can be prevented. Tripods - How to Avoid Blurry Photos  By : Ziv Haparnas The most common way to take a photo is with the camera held in your hand. In some scenes this method can result in poor photos. One reason is that our hand is unstable and tends to move. For photos taken in high shutter speeds this is not a problem. Photos taken in low shutter speeds however can look blurred due to this movement. In this article you will learn how to avoid such poor photos by using a tripod. Get More Money On eBay By Taking Good Photos Of Your Item  By : Ziv Haparnas A picture is worth a thousand words. When selling items online on auction sites such as eBay this saying becomes more relevant. A picture is worth money and a lot of money. A good set of pictures can make the difference between an item that is sold and an item that is not sold. It can also make a big difference in the highest bid price received for an item. This article provides a few rules to follow in order to take better photos of such items. Effective use of Flash Photography  By : Ziv Haparnas Did you ever put your flash unit in manual mode? Did you ever manually turn on the flash when taking a day time outdoor photo? For many the answer to both questions is “no”. In this article we will cover the various types of flash units available, the different scenarios under which they can be used, the advantages of using flash to achieve better photos and the common mistakes people do when using flash photography. Travel Tips – Taking Your Camera on a Vacation With You  By : Ziv Haparnas Don’t you like going through your vacations photos? We all take pictures when we go on a vacation. It is a great way to perpetuate the experience and remember it for years to come. However sometimes taking pictures is not smooth. Unexpected problems pop up such as running out of film, running out of battery or just forgetting the camera in the hotel. In this article we will provide a few easy to follow tips that will help you in carrying your camera and taking pictures. Tips for Taking Great Lightning Photos  By : Ziv Haparnas Lightning photos are very dramatic. The contrast between the night darkness and the lightning brightness results in very powerful photos. In this article we will provide you with a few tips and guidelines for successfully taking lightning photos. How Much Does A Camera Really Cost? Make Sure You Budget Right Before Buying A New Camera  By : Ziv Haparnas Digital cameras are not different than other consumer electronic products. The cost of ownership is not limited to the sum paid to purchase the camera. In most cases consumers find themselves spending more money on accessories and other additional products. Failing to budget for those extra expenses can result in buying a camera just to find out it is not operable without spending more. Taking Portrait Photos with Blurry Background and Understanding Depth of Field  By : Ziv Haparnas We have all seen beautiful photos where the object is perfectly focused while the background is blurred. Such a photo can be very dramatic and might seem to be hard to shoot. In this article we will give you a few tips on how to easily take blurry background photos that will impress your friends and family. You will also better understand what Depth of Field is and how to control it. Sharing your photos – using sharing sites and email  By : Ziv Haparnas The photos we take are all about experiences - photos from our last trip, photos of friends and family and of places we visited. We also want to share those photos with our family and close friends and by that to share our experiences. In this article we will go over a few options for doing just that. Printing your photos at home – useful tips and hints for best quality  By : Ziv Haparnas Digital photography revolutionized the way in which we take, view and share photos and also the way in which we print them. Many digital photos never get printed but there are still many of us who prefer tangible paper prints. Photos can be printed using a professional service (in-store or online) or at home. In this article we will give you tips for getting quality prints at home. Tips for saving money on your online photo prints  By : Ziv Haparnas Taking photos with your digital camera and viewing them on your computer screen is fun. Sometimes you’d like to make hardcopies of your photos. One of the easiest ways to print your photos is by using an online photo printing service. In this article we will give you some tips for saving money when using such services. Tips for buying your digital camera  By : Ziv Haparnas So you have decided to get a new digital camera? or maybe it is your first one? Like many other consumer electronic devices digital cameras change all the time. For the same amount of money you can get more and more features: mega pixels, storage space, zoom and more. In this article we will give you a few practical tips for what to look for and how to best pick your camera. Still digital camera image stabilizers - keep your images sharp  By : Ziv Haparnas Taking stable and sharp photos is hard in some situations. For example when taking a photo using high zoom lenses even the tiniest camera movement will result in a blurry photo. The reason for that blurriness is that while the shutter is open and the photo is being captured the camera moves and the image on the sensor also moves losing its sharpness. Image stabilizers help in solving the problem, here is how. Understanding what the anti dust feature is in digital SLR cameras  By : Ziv Haparnas Digital cameras use a sensor known as CCD in order to convert light energy to pixels. Dust that accumulates on the CCD can result in black pixels or imperfections in the photo as it blocks light energy from hitting parts of the CCD. We will go over a few solutions for eliminating dust on the CCD. How to take better portrait photos  By : Ziv Haparnas Portrait photos are very impressive. A good portrait can project so much emotions and feelings and captivate the viewer. Taking high quality portrait photos is an art that takes time to master. This article will give you a few guidelines that can help you achieve high quality portrait photos in a short time and without being a professional photographer. The EXIF format in a nutshell  By : Ziv Haparnas You might have heard the acronym EXIF in conjunction with digital cameras. EXIF allows for additional information such as shutter speed, aperture and resolution to be associated with a photo file. EXIF ensures that cameras can document such information while other software can read and use it. Here is how. Orientation sensors in digital cameras  By : Ziv Haparnas Cameras can be held in two positions: horizontal or vertical (also knows as landscape and portrait). Photos taken in the vertical position are later on rotated 90 degrees (either clockwise or counter clockwise). Rotating the photos can be automated if your camera sports an orientation sensor. Digital camera modes – shutter aperture priority and more  By : Ziv Haparnas Digital cameras can be put in different photo shooting modes. The most used mode is automatic – the only thing you need to do is point and shoot. However understanding and using the other options will allow you to get better photos in certain scenarios. Here is how. [1] [2]	Authors Sign Up for a free account. Submit your articles. Publishers Category RSS feeds. Resources Accredited Home Schools Article Directory More Resources

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