Lens flare is a phenomenon that happens when light is scattered from a bright light source and creates colored circles, rings, starbursts, etc. on the trot. In photography, lens flare can be generated by a bright light entering the camera lens and hitting the camera sensor. Lens flare has the magic to produce a visual…
One of the reasons why Micro Four Thirds was developed was to provide a smaller alternative to most other cameras. That means you would want to get equally small lenses to go with the system. With that said, the Panasonic GH6 is one of the latest cameras to come from Panasonic this year. And if…
I mean, look at it! The Nikon F holds a very special place in the hearts of many photographers. And this month, we’re giving one away to one lucky subscriber. We got a special refurbished Nikon F (serial number 7320359) with a Photomic light meter and Nikkor 50mm f1.4 from the folks over at Blue…
The holidays are one of the best times to have fun with your photography. Bryan Esler wrote this article about Getting Creative on Christmas Morning. Here are a few more tips that may add something different and fun to your holiday photos. 1. Think outside of the gift-wrapped box Have you seen those cardboard glasses…
Welcome to Shutter Notes, our weekly community feature. Shutter Notes gives you the chance to get to know our community members a bit better. Each member will share a little bit about themselves and their chosen image. Lou is a retired physician and health care administrator and has been photographing for 50 years. Why and…
“[I got into photography because] I was stuck at a job that I no longer enjoyed, and I wanted to “break free” from the 9-5 daily routine. I wanted to spread my creative wings, so to speak. I wanted to do things on my terms.” -Bryan Esler Bryan Esler photographs people, food, and landscapes. He…
Macro photography isn’t as simple as bringing your camera closer than normal to a subject with a specialist lens. Macro photography involves trials, patience, and lighting skill to produce exceptional results from which you can’t peel your eyes. Whether it’s insects, liquids, flowers, or just everyday objects, these photographers show that there’s a great deal…
Tamea Burd is a portrait photographer based in Vancouver who offers Wellness Sessions, a mixture of portrait photography and therapy aimed to make his clients feel at ease with themselves and the image they offer to the world. In this interview, we talk to him about this concept, about why it’s needed, and what difference…
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Dear beginning photographer, If you choose, you are at the beginning of a beautiful journey. There is no destination, just a journey. If I may, I would love to say a few things to you. Relax, have fun and play That thing you have now? It’s a sophisticated bit of equipment. Even if it’s your…
