nicholasmitchell

Nicholas is a staff writer at Photodoto. His interests include photography, collecting cameras old and new, video editing, and all things 3d. If a new gadget comes out on the market, he's sure to be the first to try it. He enjoys experimenting with low light photography, very long exposures and high speed filming.

Lighting for Outdoor Family Portraits- Types and Tips

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Whether you are shooting outdoor family portraits as paid work for your client as a photographer, or capturing family portraits on your vacation trip, you need to get the lighting correct on the subjects to create the best image.

family portrait by the sea

In this guide, I will share the different lighting types that you can use for your outdoor family shoots. I will also share some tips and tricks that you can use to get the best outdoor family portraits in all lighting conditions.

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5 Best Affordable Cameras for Landscape Photography for Beginners

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Landscape photography cameras have a specific set of features which make them well suited for this field and are often not beginner friendly.

landscape of mountain

In this article I will explore cameras suitable for landscape photography which are both affordable and meant for beginner landscape photographers with camera features that help take great landscape photos.

Cameras for beginner landscape photography should have adequate resolution, a good image processor, anti-aliasing filter options, stabilization, sharpness, weatherproofing/weather-sealing  and a strong build quality.

Let’s dive in deeper.

The best affordable cameras for landscape photography must have a decent amount of resolution to offer. What is a decent amount of resolution? We have considered that a minimum of 24 megapixels is a must-have for a camera to be considered as good for landscape photography.

These five entry-level affordable cameras are good for landscape photography. Here they are :

All these cameras have a minimum of 24-megapixel to offer.

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How To Take Dark Moody Photos With An iPhone

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Using camera phones has made photography far more accessible to the average person. Most of us carry our phones with us all the time, allowing us to take photographs almost anywhere and everywhere.

moody photo of landscape

These days you don’t need a top-of-the-range DSLR to take impressive photos. “iPhoneography” has taken root, allowing people to capture great images with their iPhone—potentially for a fraction of the cost of a camera and related paraphernalia.  Camera phones such as the iPhone are also now capable of creative photography such as dark, moody photos.  In this article I will describe exactly how these can be achieved with your iPhone.

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Disadvantages of Using Natural Light in Photography

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As a photographer, you may be using both natural light as well as artificial light sources like flash or continuous lights for photographing various subjects. Both these types of light have got their advantages as well as disadvantages. Even though there are many advantages of using natural light which people praise, it comes with significant disadvantages as well.

girl at sunset

In this article I will describe all the drawbacks and disadvantages of using natural light in photography.

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Drone Photography for Weddings- Ultimate Guide

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If you are a wedding photographer, it is essential that you have all the necessary camera gear and skills to capture these special moments. Nowadays, drone shots and drone footage are quite common in weddings.

drone flying over wedding party

So, if you want to be successful at wedding photography, it is important to have a drone and drone shooting skills. While this article may not be a substitute for years of experience in drone wedding photography, it will get you well on your way.

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Drone Shots Without A Drone – Drone Alternatives

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Flying drones in the USA (or for that matter any country) requires following many rules. You need certifications and permits to be able to fly a drone commercially. The hassles of passing tests, applying for registration and permits sometimes add up to more than the actual joy of flying, a reason why many look for drone alternatives. This is especially true for those who are just looking for a fun way to capture things from a different perspective.

high shot of city at night

In this article, I will describe all the alternatives available to you if you want to take drone- like shots without using a drone.

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College Graduation Picture Ideas for Guys: What Works

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If you are a guy nearing your college graduation day, you will be looking to capture some amazing images of this day which will happen only once in your lifetime. So it is essential to ensure that you get the best pictures to record your memories.

male student in graduation gown

In this guide I will describe and show the best college graduation picture ideas for guys in particular.

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Photoshop “Could Not Save Because Disk is Full” but Disk is not Full: Solutions

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Many photographers make use of Adobe Photoshop for all their editing work, and any issues with the program can have a huge impact on productivity. If you are seeing the message “Photoshop could not save because the disk is full”, even when you have sufficient space on your hard disk, it can be due to multiple reasons.

woman stressing over laptop

I used to have this issue myself.  Let’s now explore all the possible reasons and find a solution for you so you can get on with work.

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Is it Legal to Fly a Drone over Private Property? Laws Explained

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Drone photography and videography are becoming big business, from real estate to special effects such as simulating views from aircraft or a bird’s eye.  Aerial photography can be simply stunning and even abstract which makes for great photos.

drone flying over garden

With money out there and more and more people getting into using drones for photography, legal questions arise over what you can fly over and take photos of.  In this article, I will explain the legalities of flying drones over private property and related issues.

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How to Take the Perfect Selfie: The Right Angle, Lighting and Photo Editor

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Taking great selfies requires the right light, angle, setting, and editing. Getting a great shot is so much more than just clicking a button. It requires skill, practice, and good technique.

woman taking selfie with artificial light

Come along and learn how to master the art of the perfect selfie using photography tricks and tools described below.

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