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Why Shooting Film Will Increase Your Digital Photography Skills

In our current digital age the need for a quick turnaround in every discipline can be cut-throat and demanding. When it comes to the world of digital photography it’s not uncommon to sift through thousands of images after a session to narrow your edit down to a mere selection of 10-20 images. The peace of mind knowing you have an endless shutter count can arguably cause some photographers to “shoot before they think”, sometimes leading to a sacrifice in quality or care in composition.

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Taking time out of your routine in digital photography to shoot some old school rolls of film might just be what you need to get your creativity flowing.

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Gimbal Tips And Advice – Why you Need to Invest in One

A gimbal is a device that enables you to keep your camera stable while shooting video. It can also be useful when it comes to capturing high-quality still images. A combination of three gimbals will enable you to obtain a smooth movement of your handheld camera in three different directions, thanks to the three rotation axes.

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In this article I will go over the benefits and limitations of gimbals, their uses, and tips for using a gimbal for both still images and videos.

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How To Take Better Headshots: The Complete Guide

Headshot photography is a huge sub genre of portrait photography right now and is becoming bigger and bigger as time passes. So many people need to get headshots done and they should be going to you for this service! I want to talk about how we can all make our headshot photography so much better and thus provide our clients with a better product than what they may currently be getting.

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Some of you may already shoot headshots on occasion but there are still some things you need to make sure you have covered in order to ensure you are providing the best product possible. We will discuss some ways to improve and how to be prepared for what challenges your clients may bring you when they come knocking on your door.   I am a headshot specialist and I have compiled a list of simple ways to take your headshot photography to the next level.

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What is the Essential Underwater Photography Equipment for Beginners?

Photography is a very appealing hobby and  many people will be tempted to capture their holidays and all the places they’ve visited. This is one of the best opportunities to bring your camera underwater and do some unique photography with amazing results.  With underwater equipment, you can capture reefs, go snorkeling, get pictures of fish, capture shipwrecks, and so on.

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Luckily for you, today there is a wide range of underwater photography equipment for beginners that can help you create these shots easily while making sure that your gear will not get damaged.  Below we will look at the very essentials you need for underwater photography.

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Must Have Camera Accessories for Photographers

It is a dream of every photographer to capture the elusive perfect image that will wow the world. Unfortunately, despite putting much effort and practice, most beginner photographers struggle to capture images that will stand out. It is even more serious when you are trying to take product images for an online store knowing that people will most likely make a purchase decision with what they can see in the image. Although tools like ecommerce product configurator exist to help store owners optimize their store images, you will need a quality image to use.

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Tools that can help you capture quality images include:

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How to Choose the Right Mirrorless Camera For You

Are you a video photographer, sports photographer or Vlogger looking for a quality mirrorless camera for your job? Then, worry not as you’ve come to the right place.

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Currently, there are many mirrorless cameras on the market since Panasonic first introduced the first mirrorless camera in 2008. You will find different mirrorless camera models for all kinds of users from beginner to mid-range, professional, and much more.

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Capture Moments Clearly: How to Clean Camera Lenses Properly

Imagine yourself at an important job, maybe a big, beautiful wedding by the beach. You open your bag and reach for another lens. It’s windy, and sand is blowing in your eyes, but you power through and switch lenses. As soon as you start shooting again, you review your images and see a tiny little speck on the same spot in all of the recent pictures you took. Those specks probably mean that your lens has a grain of sand or two stuck inside it.

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There are many situations when you have to go out of your way to clean your expensive lens other than getting rid of the dust stuck inside of it.

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10 Photo Editing Services Compared

Are you planning to use photo editing services to save time on image post production but not sure which websites deserve your money?

Searching for a decent option among dozens of photo editing services can turn into a very time-consuming and exhausting process. It can also be quite tricky as some companies pay for fake reviews. That’s why I decided to make a review of some of the most popular companies that offer professional photo editing for about $5 per image.

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New Photographers: You Need Grit and This Game Plan to Make a Living

Photography is not for people who lack grit. DATA USA reports that the average salary for photographers is $36,699, which is $13,514 less than national average salary in the U.S. It is also a shrinking profession, projected to fall 5.6 percent in the next decade, even as the economy grows.

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If photography is your calling – and the challenges don’t deter you – then you need a game plan for building a sustainable business that can beat the average without making you stressed, crazed, and burnt out. My goal here is to help with that game plan.

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5 Must-Know Photoshop Tricks For Photographers

For every photographer, it is a dream to get everything right in the camera. However, it is not possible every time, you cannot always get your shots right. Sometimes, magnificent moments happen in a flash. In such cases, you cannot meticulously adjust your camera setting and look for the perfect lighting to get the perfect picture.

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For example, if you are a wedding photographer, you need to be on the toes, so that your camera does not lose even a single memorable moment.

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