todays pollWhich do you shoot pictures with more... your camera or your smartphone?
In Search of the Perfect Tripod
Jason Schneider
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The best three-legged camera support is the one you take with you on the shoot! And serious photographers need more than one!
Macro Photography Just Outside Your Back Door
Russ Burden
Rating: 10 / 10
Spring and summer are a great time to make macro shots. Use the information in these 10 Quick Tips and you’ll be on your way to capture amazing backyard macros.
How to Use Window Light In Your Photography
Russ Burden
Rating: 10 / 10
Window light is free and we'll show you how to make the most of it in your photography.
Shoot the Signs in Your Travel Photography
Bill Durrence
Rating: 10 / 10
Shoot the signs with the names as you shoot the “real” photos. That way, the information is sitting right there in the same folder, next to the other photos.
Panasonic LUMIX DMC-GF6 DSLM Camera
Tracy Greene
Rating: 10 / 10
The DMC-GF6 boasts 19 in-camera Creative Effects, Creative HD Video, and easy image sharing with the Panasonic Image App with your favorite Social Networks.
Photographing Graduation: How to Make Memorable Graduation Photos
Tracy Greene
Rating: 10 / 10
Here are some tips to help you photograph graduations so you will have amazing photos to cherish for years to come...
Win a Tamron 18-200mm Lens
Tracy Greene
Rating: 9 / 10
Enter today for your chance to WIN a Tamron 18-200mm lens and discover this classic, compact, lightweight ultra-long-range zoom.
Thank You Nature Photography: How has photography impacted your life
Russ Burden
Rating: 10 / 10
How has photography impacted your life? See how Russ Burden shares his thanks.
Stay Sharp In Your Photography
Russ Burden
Rating: 10 / 10
Follow the information in this week’s tip and you’ll be able to capture sharp images all the time.
Photographic Composition Conventions Part 2
Russ Burden
Rating: 10 / 10
The second set of tips in this two part series on composition.
Photographic Composition Conventions Part 1
Russ Burden
Rating: 10 / 10
In this two part series on composition, I will share six composition conventions to contemplate. Be sure to check back on Take Great Pictures to see another three tips.
Sony Alpha NEX-6 Hands-On Review
Jason Schneider
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Discover DSLR functionality in a high-tech compact package.
Springtime Photos in Washington DC
Brandon Remler
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On a recent adventure to DC, we captured beautiful and fun photos.
Spring Photography Tips
Tracy Greene
Rating: 10 / 10
Go beyond what we expect to shoot, and strive for what we dream of shooting with these spring photography tips.
San Juan Wedding Photography Fun
Brandon Remler
Rating: 9 / 10
Check out these fun wedding photos from San Juan to get you ready for your next big shoot.
Good Exposure Doesn't Necessarily Make a Well-Lit Product
Alice B. Miller
Rating: 10 / 10
With hundreds of photographers competing for work today, pros and new entries alike, expanding and diversifying your skills is a must. Here are lighting tips to give you an edge.
Get the Flash Off the Camera
Russ Burden
Rating: 10 / 10
If you own a flash, it’s time to get bold and break it out. If you do use one, it’s time to realize it works better if you use it off camera.
Aperture 101: It’s time you learn WHAT it does and HOW to control it
Russ Burden
Rating: 9 / 10
Learn how to control depth of field through aperture, lens choice, and amount of light.
Nikon D5200 Inspires Creativity
Tracy Greene
Rating: 10 / 10
The Nikon D5200 blends DSLR performance and imaginative features that make it simple to create and share amazing images and full HD video.
Canon Flagship EOS Rebel T5i and Ultracompact EOS Rebel SL1 DSLRs
RoseEllen Sanfilippo
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Canon new flagship model EOS Rebel T5i digital SLR camera, and the EOS Rebel SL1, which is being marketed as “the world’s smallest and lightest DSLR camera” with an APS-C-size sensor.
Leica D-LUX 6 Review: More Than Meets The Eye
Jason Schneider
Rating: 10 / 10
The Leica D-LUX 6 is an elegant point-and-shoot camera that combines an understated, downsized version of the classic Leica form factor with an enthusiast-aimed feature set.
Sony SLT-a58 TMT Model With 20.1MP APS-C Sensor
Tracy Greene
Rating: 10 / 10
If you are looking to upgrade from the world of point-and-shoot cameras or replace an older DLSR take a look at the Sony SLT-a58.
Flower Photography Tips: Photographing Flowers in Color and Black and White
Brandon Remler
Rating: 8 / 10
With Spring in bloom it is easy for photographers to get caught up in the colors popping everywhere. Think outside the box and try converting your photo to black and white too and see what you come up with.
Capturing Spring: Photo Tips for Making Photographs in Spring
Tracy Greene
Rating: 9 / 10
If you are defrosted from winter and are ready to head out with your gear again, here are some spring photo tips to get you shooting.
Zoo Photography for Spring
Joanna Gustek
Rating: 9 / 10
Get out to the zoo this Spring and make some photos of your favorite animals. Make it a family day or just a day to do some serious shooting. Here are some photos to inspire you before you head out.
Colors of Spring
Brandon Remler
Rating: 9 / 10
The colors of Spring are plentiful this time of year so get your camera and get out and enjoy!
