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30 Striking Photos of Urban Decay Beauty

by Bill Jones

Man shapes the environment around him. Building and changing to suite his needs. Building grand cities to live, work and play in. What happens when these structures are forgotten or neglected?

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40 Outstanding Examples of Conceptual Photography

by Bill Jones

Conceptual photography essentially is the photographer trying to convey a message or “concept”. Usually this message is conveyed through some abstract symbolism which can be interpreted by the viewer. Even though most photographers have a specific meaning they are trying to get across, usually the image can be interpreted in many different ways.

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40 Breathtaking Examples of Serene Sunrise Photography

by Bill Jones

The first few moments we find right as the sun breaks for a new day is a very special time. The quality of light is usually amazing and makes fantastic images. Below is a collection of beautiful photographs captured in the light of the breaking dawn.

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30 Amazing Examples of Camera Toss Photography

by Bill Jones

Yes you read the title correctly, I said camera toss. There are people out there that create beautiful images by throwing their expensive cameras in the air with the shutter open. I for one don’t think I could just toss my dSLR up in the air and hope I catch it before it smashes into the ground. However I’m glad we have some thrill seekers that like doing this because I enjoy looking at the images they produce.

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20 Interesting Shots of Abandoned Toys

by Bill Jones

Christmas time is over and all the good little girls and boys have there shiny new toys to play with. What happens to the toys that become abandoned? No they don’t go to the island of the misfit toys. Instead they go to the local dump, abandoned houses, and other unpleasant places.

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40 Astounding Examples of Abstract Photography

by Bill Jones

I just love the creativity we see in abstract photography. I love it when a photographer takes an otherwise ordinary shot and shoots it at just the right angle or focus to create a masterpiece of colors, patterns and textures. With abstract photography there is only one rule and that rule is there are no rules. Rules for composition and proper focus don’t really apply.

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52 Dazzling Examples of Sunset Photography

by Bill Jones

One of the most colorful times of the day is when the sun is going down to rest behind the horizon. It’s an ideal time to get out the ole camera and get to work. It’s also one of the most challenging times to capture the light just the way you want. As the sun falls closer to the horizon you can count on dramatic changes in lighting from minute to minute.

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50 Magical Examples of Misty Morning Photography

by Bill Jones

Some of the most magical times of the day are early morning when the world is waking up. It’s a great time to get out in nature and capture its beauty through the lens. Here is a collection of fantastic examples to get you inspired.

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25 Delicious Examples of Food Photography

by Bill Jones

It’s that time of year again. Thanksgiving is right around the corner with the promise of bountiful culinary delights. But before the family sits down to devour the feast, we all know what you want to do. I’ve done it too, its ok. We go around the table framing shots of each dish while some of the family members give you peculiar looks.

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