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How to Use Exposure Compensation

Exposure compensation control in digital cameras allows photographers to make minor adjustments when the automatic camera meter settings get it slightly wrong. more...

How to Photograph Car Racing

The speed and unpredictability of car racing places different demands on photographer's skill and equipment than normal photography. more...

How to Use Exposure Lock in Critical Image Areas

Exposure lock is a fast and convenient way to take control of digital camera's automatic metering system where the exposure of only part of a scene is important. more...

How To Take Professional Looking Photos

Allow the beauty and creativity of pictures to shine through with this selection of Pro photography tips. These simple easy to apply photo tutorials will enhance images. more...

Combined Shutter and Aperture Priority Mode TAv

This is an automatic digital camera mode enabling photographers to control portrayal of motion and depth of field. ISO becomes an exposure control for the digital age. more...

Photographing Racing Power Boats

This action photography tutorial centers around powerboat racing on the scenic Derwent River near Granton , with tips on equipment and techniques. more...

Photographing Roses

Roses come in a multitude of shapes and colors, with a long history of cultural significance offering potential for powerful photographs. more...

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Photographing Dogs

By: Jessica Eik

Whether Fido is a camera-hungry poser or a more reluctant, lens-shy buddy, the following hints should help produce the best possible capture of the beloved dog. more...

Time Lapse Photography, Cameras and Software

By: Yuen Kit Mun

New consumer video, webcam and still digital cameras allow anyone to make time lapse movies. This article discusses the different methods. more...

Food Photography Equipment & Publishing Tips

By: Christopher Brown

Taking great pictures of food is not just for professionals. This article covers some more food photography basics. more...

Food Photography

By: Christopher Brown

Pictures of food can make our mouths water or make our stomachs queasy. This article reviews some basic food photography tips. more...

Photography Lighting Considerations

By: Bev Yaworski

Taking a great photo depends on choosing the right time of day to maximize variable natural lighting conditions. The time of day can greatly affect final photo results. more...

Use the Rule of Thirds to Make Better Images

By: Jeff Bartlett

Reposition the subject, fill the frame and remove unnecessary elements are all keys to creating dynamic compositions and memorable images. more...

Capturing Backlit Photographs with a dSLR

By: Jeff Bartlett

Learn to manage back lighting to capture classic sunset silhouettes and dramatic lighting while eliminating harsh shadows and squinting in all portrait photographs. more...

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