Using Smoke Bombs In Portraits For A Strong Effect

Here is a technique I did not think I will ever be covering on the blog, using smoke bombs. In fact I did not even know that there is such a thing as smoke bombs until I stumbled on the photography of Jovana Rikalo. Serbian photographer Jovana Rikalo uses smoke bombs to create some unexpected effects in his […]

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Tonight There is a Rare Supermoon Lunar Eclipse, Here Is How To Shoot It

Tonight we will witness a rare astronomical phenomena called  “supermoon” total lunar eclipse. This happens when a lunar eclipse happens in conjunction with the event of a super moon – The time when the moon is closest to earth and thus looks the biggest. (Next time this will happen is on 2033). To really take it over […]

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Lightroom Tips: how to set your photos to music and make slideshows

Show off your best images as a super-slick slideshow with this simple-to-use Lightroom feature There’s an art to making a good slideshow – and it’s not just about the quality of the photos. There’s also the running order to think about, as well as the tempo, type of music and the colour scheme. What’s more, it’s… Continue reading

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Mixing art and photography: how to make a simple abstract sequence

Create an arty abstract masterpiece with a tub of black paint, as we show you how to mix photography techniques with traditional art. Abstract art and photography have a close relationship. Since cameras were invented, painters and photographers have combined both media to create stunning results. If you’re not much of a painter, don’t worry: you don’t… Continue reading

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How to take photos with an underwater camera housing

Find out how to shoot in the water and keep your costly camera and lens safe with a simple, inexpensive underwater camera housing. Water and cameras don’t usually mix. However, there are a wealth of options available to help you take pictures underwater without wrecking your camera. At the top end, you can get hard… Continue reading

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Zoom burst tutorial: how to create dramatic effects with your zoom lens

Want to create attention-grabbing shots with ease? Try using this simple zoom burst technique. Zoom bursts are achieved by twisting the zoom ring during a long exposure. The change in focal length creates streaks of colour and light that seem to burst from the centre of the frame. It’s an effect normally associated with sports… Continue reading

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