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Photography metering modes can be a bit confusing to the beginner/newbie, what with all the other buttons and menus to contend with. Do you ever get frustrated wondering why some of your images come out too dark and others are over-exposed? You check the exposure meter before taking the photo and it indicates that the … Read more Photography Metering Modes Explained
Photography plays a big part in our lives these days, particularly with social media . SmartPhones have come a long way and for many people they are the ideal compliment to their lifestyle. Small and simple and conveniently carried with you 24/7 but they are somewhat expensive, limited in features and often not suited to … Read more Best Point and Shoot Digital Camera 2020
Linda: “Lawrence – how do I say this nicely? … Can I make a suggestion?” Me (warily): “Yeah – go on then.” Linda:“Why not do something different and cater for women – for once in your life?” Me: “Ouch! That’s a bit unfair …” Linda: “Just shush and listen … Women like different things to you guys – … Read more Cute Camera Bags for Women 2020
Portrait photography is all about the subject – the face/s in front of your camera. There are a number of ways to ensure that you get the image you are trying to portray from make-up and colour coding through to lighting and equipment. One aspect, which is often overlooked, is the background which can make … Read more Best Portrait Photography Backdrops 2020
Considering all the permutations and personal preferences of a million photographers it’s a big ask to suggest what the Best Mirrorless Camera Bag is – I decided to take on the challenge. I’ve broken the subject into 5 distinct categories (see the Table of Contents below) and present you with 2 bags from each category. … Read more Best Mirrorless Camera Bag in 2020
I am a big fan of reading and using books as a reference and in this post I present you with 40 of the best photography books available today. There are thousands of photography books at very reasonable prices and deciding which one (or two) would solve your problem can be frustrating – they all … Read more The Best Photography Books
I thought it would be a good idea to take a look at the best camera dry cabinets currently available on the market. Even if you have a the best waterproof camera bag in the world a dehumidifying dry cabinet is an excellent investment for ensuring your gear stays dry. This is especially so during … Read more Best Camera Dry Cabinet 2020
Take a look at the Wikipedia definition of a beauty dish and you will likely come away more confused than ever – I sure started wondering if I knew what it was. What follows is an easy-to-understand answer to the question “What is a Beauty Dish?” – Wikipedias definition not withstanding. I will also describe … Read more What is a Beauty Dish
Landscape photography is one of the most popular genres around as has been since photography first began. This post covers basic landscape photography tips and techniques, the essential equipment you will need and composition ideas. What is Landscape Photography A tricky question to answer … landscape photography can be anything from a huge expansive scene … Read more Landscape Photography Tips and Techniques
5 Simple photography tips and techniques for the absolute beginner. You’ve just bought your DSLR camera (a Nikon D3400 I presume 🙂 ) and have this beautiful bit of technology in your hands with no idea where to start. Let’s give you a helping hand and get you started off on the right foot. First … Read more 5 Beginner Photography Tips and Techniques
