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How to Safely and Creatively Photograph Lightning

When the skies cloud up and storms approach, most people turn their attention toward indoor activities, and for good reason: the dark, windy, and wet

Getting Started with Astro-Photography

A few years ago, I decided that I wanted to take a photo of the Milky Way. At the time, I had no background in

In-Camera Multiple Exposure

Getting a new camera can bring a steep learning curve as you learn all the ins and outs of your new equipment. But a special

Infrared Camera Conversions

Guess what? Today, I, Robin Nichols, will detail a great way to breathe new life into an older camera! All photographers are inveterate gear buyers.

5 Basic Guidelines to Outdoor Portraiture

Photographers don’t always have access to a studio, so it’s good to have guidelines for outdoor portraiture. Knowing how to manage taking portraits outdoors will

Camera Position: The Secret to Standing Out From the Crowd

In one of my favorite middle grade novels (yes, I am a teacher), a character is reminded to “look up” by his mentor. Great advice

Bitten by the Macro Bug: Free Models

Ok, you can’t exactly ask them to lower their chin and turn to the right; however, they also don’t complain about hair and make-up or

3 Oddly Simple Reasons Why Storytelling Will Make You a Better Photographer

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Tips for Capturing Creative Images While on Vacation

I imagine I am not the only one who has arrived home from a vacation to find I have a bunch of snapshots and common

The Art of Bending Light

With optical illusions in photography, you can yield some cool effects. It is better known as “refraction.” Refraction is the bending of light. It causes

How to Easily Replace a Sky in Photoshop

EDITOR’S NOTE: If you’re looking for a quick way to learn the basics of photography take a peek at our popular cheat sheets: The Snap

The Relationship Between Art and Technology

How many times has someone looked at one of your photos and then responded with the dreaded, “Wow! Great shot. What kind of camera do

Category: Get Creative

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