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Understanding Color in Photography

The appropriate use of color in photography adds a dynamic element to your images that is very pleasing to the eye. The correct use of it will allow you to create photographs to be proud of. Bold colors and bright … Continue reading

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Google is about to get a lot better at understanding your search queries

Google has announced its rolling out a major upgrade to its search engine, which should mean it gets better at understanding your queries in context – rather than just matching keywords, it'll actually figure out what you're trying to say. … Continue reading

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Back to Basics: Understanding the “Sunny 16 Rule” in Photography

The post Back to Basics: Understanding the “Sunny 16 Rule” in Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Adam Welch. In life, we are sometimes met with certain inalienable truths; water will always flow downhill, there … Continue reading

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Understanding Exposure Metering Modes

The post Understanding Exposure Metering Modes appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Kevin Landwer-Johan. Your camera’s metering modes vary the way it measures the light. This affects the way exposure information is provided. Every modern camera … Continue reading

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Understanding the Basics of Color

The post Understanding the Basics of Color appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Herb Paynter. You will never realize your full potential as a photographer…until you understand the basic elements of color and luminosity (tonality). I … Continue reading

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Understanding Broad and Short Lighting in Photography

The post Understanding Broad and Short Lighting in Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by John McIntire. There are a lot of lighting patterns for you to use in your portrait photography. Some of these are … Continue reading

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A Guide to Understanding ISO in Photography

Learning photography is a difficult process that requires a lot of patience and practice. This photography lesson concentrates on the basics of exposure, its definition, its importance, and finally, its implementation. “High ISO – Moon” captured by ‘citylovesyou_ffm’ Light is … Continue reading

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Understanding an Essential Photo Editing Skill: Masking

Achieving perfect photography requires more than just in-camera skills in today’s environment. Yes, even the professionals now rely on post-production skills to PERFECT their images. One of the most important photo editing skills to learn is called “Masking” and a … Continue reading

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Understanding Imaging Techniques: the Difference Between Retouching, Manipulating, and Optimizing Images

The post Understanding Imaging Techniques: the Difference Between Retouching, Manipulating, and Optimizing Images appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Herb Paynter. Understanding Imaging Techniques Three distinct post-production processes alter the appearance of digital photographs: Retouching, Manipulating, … Continue reading

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Understanding Exposure: An Introduction to Photography

Mastering photography is like playing a musical instrument. Anyone can make noise on a piano, but to really make music, it is important to read music, learn proper fingering, and practice your scales. Learning how to control exposure is a … Continue reading

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Understanding and Unlocking the Power of the Lightroom Vignette Tool

The post Understanding and Unlocking the Power of the Lightroom Vignette Tool appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Simon Ringsmuth. The Lightroom vignette tool is like adding a bit of spice to your favorite meal. Without … Continue reading

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Understanding and Unlocking the Power of the Lightoom Vignette Tool

The post Understanding and Unlocking the Power of the Lightoom Vignette Tool appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Simon Ringsmuth. The Lightroom vignette tool is like adding a bit of spice to your favorite meal. Without … Continue reading

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