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    Shoot Epic Travel & Street Photos with Deep Shadows That Demand Attention (VIDEO)

    If your street photographs look like snapshots it time to up your game with an eye-catching technique that smacks viewers in the face. In this interesting tutorial from the aptly name Travelbugraphy YouTube channel you'll learn how to incorporate "shadow play" in your images to capture...
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    Perspective Power: Camera Angles & Different Focal Lengths (VIDEO)

    One sure way to give your imagery greater impact is to harness the power of shooting photos with a unique perspective. This isn't difficult to do, it just requires looking at the world differently, and then capturing what you see. This five minute tutorial from landscape pro Mike Rogala...
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    Simple Solutions to Color Blunders That Ruin Photos (VIDEO)

    It's nearly impossible to capture a great photo if the colors in your images are consistently unnatural, gaudy or dull. So if you're struggling with unimpressive color, whether shooting indoors or out, buckle up and watch the 10-minute tutorial below. Instructor Justin Laurens is a professional...
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    MASKING: Landscape Photography's Most Powerful Editing Tool (VIDEO)

    German pro Christian Mohrle is a favorite among Shutterbug readers for two reasons: His imagery is stunning and the tutorials he posts are extremely effective and to the point. So when Mohrle identifies a Lightroom tool as the software's "most powerful feature," it's time to pay attention and...
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    Save Editing Time By Creating Custom Presets that Reflect Your Personal Style (VIDEO)

    Sooner or later in the evolution of every photographer, a time will come when creating personal style becomes a top priority. After all, we all want our images to be readily recognizable so they grab attention by standing out from the crowd. Perhaps the best way to facilitate this process is by...
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    Tamron Reveals 28-75mm f/2.8 G2 Zoom for Nikon Z

    Tamron just announced that their 28-75mm f/2.8 G2 fast-aperture standard zoom lens that earned widespread popularity in the Sony E mount will be available soon for Nikon Z mount full-frame mirrorless cameras. The new 28-75mm F/2.8 Di III VXD G2 (Model A063) for Nikon Z mount is expected to be...
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    Nikon Intros 28-400mm f/4-8 Zoom for Z Full-Frame

    Nikon just announced a new Super Zoom, the NIKKOR Z 28-400mm f/4-8 VR, for Nikon Z series full-frame/FX-format mirrorless cameras. Boasting the highest zoom ratio in its class (14.28X) and a fast f/4 aperture at the 28mm end, it’s also the lightest in its class, weighing only 25.6 ounces (725g)...
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    The Easiest Way to Exposure-Bracket Landscape Photos (VIDEO)

    Exposure bracketing in an invaluable technique when photographing outdoor scenes in high-contrast situations that make it impossible to capture what you see through the viewfinder in a single shot. In this episode you'll learn what one pro says is the easiest way to get the job done. Instructor...
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    Turn Boring Daytime Photos Into Epic Nightscapes (VIDEO)

    We've all captured photos during the day that didn't make the grade, either because of flat lighting, unimpressive colors, or a variety of other considerations. Rather that tossing these images into the trash, how about transforming them into dramatic nightscapes that really grab attention...
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    The BEST Camera Settings for Beginning Wildlife Photographers (VIDEO)

    If you're just getting started in photographing birds and other forms of wildlife, you've come to the right place. The following episode from the Safari Expert YouTube channel will set you straight by explaining the best camera settings to choose for various subjects and situations. Instructor...
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    Sigma Announces 500mm f/5.6 & 15mm f/1.4 Fisheye for Sony E and L Mounts

    The long and the short of it, Sigma America just announced two new full-frame prime lenses designed specifically for full-frame mirrorless camera systems. Joining the Sigma lens lineup are the world’s first f/1.4 diagonal fisheye and a rugged, lightweight Ultra-Tele. The Sigma 15mm f/1.4 DG...
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    NIKKOR at 90 — Interview With 3 Nikon Engineers

    In 1932, the trademark NIKKOR was registered by Nippon Kogaku K.K., the legendary Japanese camera manufacturer now known as Nikon. To commemorate the rich 90-year history of NIKKOR optics, Shutterbug offers you a peek behind the curtain via this interview with three Nikon engineers. We posed...
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    Want Beautiful Colors in Travel & Nature Photos? Use Lightroom’s HSL Panel (VIDEO)

    Show Promo Image It’s often difficult to achieve precise colors in landscape photos, depending upon lighting conditions and the background of a scene. But in this editing tutorial you’ll learn how to render beautiful colors and more. Ron Leach Wed, 08/25/2021 Continue reading...
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    Here’s a Beginner’s Guide to Working with Layers in Photoshop (VIDEO)

    Show Promo Image Today’s tutorial is intended for those new to using Layers in Photoshop for more effective image enhancement. This simple guide also provides great tips for more experienced Photoshop users looking for a quick refresher on taking advantage of this powerful tool. Tue...
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    Now’s the Time to Shoot Unique Urban Photos of the Empty Streets in Your Town (VIDEO)

    Show Promo Image Photographic opportunities are quite limited during his time of social distancing and stay-home orders. But these same inconveniences make this a great time to capture unique images of abandoned streets wherever you live. Fri, 05/15/2020 Ron Leach Continue reading...
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    Shoot Unique Portraits by Mixing Natural Light with Colored Gels (VIDEO)

    Show Promo Image If you’re looking for a simple technique to give your portraits a unique look, how about mixing natural light with colored gels on your strobes? The quick tutorial below demonstrates how it’s done. Tue, 05/05/2020 Ron Leach Continue reading...
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    These DIY Light Modifiers Greatly Improve Photos Taken with a Simple Flash (VIDEO)

    Show Promo Image Most photographers know that a using a simple flash unit isn’t the most effective way to shoot portraits and still-life photos under low-light conditions. If you lack the budget or skills for more complicated lighting setups, the video below is for you. Fri, 05/01/2020 Ron...
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    Fun DIY Camera Hacks for Creative Photographs at Home (VIDEO)

    Show Promo Image If you’re bored sitting around this house, and wish you could go out shooting, this video is for you. In just five minutes you’ll pick up a bunch of fresh ideas, with some easy DIY hacks for creative photography at home. Fri, 04/24/2020 Ron Leach Continue reading...
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    reStickity Self-Adhesive, Relocatable Prints Review

    Show Promo Image File this one under “Having fun with photos while temporarily housebound.” reStickity prints your images on durable peel & stick adhesive material that can safely be attached, removed and then reattached to virtually any surface without damaging the wallboard, refrigerator...
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    Here’s How to Easily Match Colors in Photoshop When Combining Photos (VIDEO)

    Show Promo Image One of the challenges when combining elements from two or more photographs is matching the color and tones of the different images to arrive at a realistic result. In the video below you’ll see how to get the job done with a few easy steps in Photoshop. Tue, 04/07/2020 Ron...
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