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20 Beautiful Images of Peacocks

January 11, 2021 · Stephanie Kay-Kok

Jonathan Leung - Pretty Peacock

Sometimes, the most beautiful subjects – like peacocks, sunsets, and mountaintop views – are the hardest to photograph. Unlike mundane subjects, which can become beautiful through photography, breathtaking subjects rarely look more beautiful in a photo. At most, you capture only a piece of the beauty and hope others will be able to imagine the […]

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18 Examples of Stunning Wedding Dress Pictures

January 10, 2021 · Julie Bentacourt

Selecting the right wedding dress is one of the most important decisions for a bride. It’s a decision with endless factors, from the overall fit of the dress to cultural factors. Other decisions include mermaid or ball gown, vintage or modern, train or no train, lace or satin, pure white or with a splash of […]

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40 Beautiful Examples of Bokeh Photography

January 2, 2021 · Stephanie Kay-Kok

Bokeh Photography

I’m sure most of you have heard of the term bokeh. Basically it is referring to the aesthetic quality of the blur produced from a shot with shallow depth of field. Determining factors of bokeh are things like lens aberrations and shape of lens aperture.

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Simple Habits to Adopt for Better Photos in the Coming Year

December 31, 2020 · Grant Ordelheide

Mountain Landscape Photography

As the collective world readies their New Year’s resolutions, now is a good time to think about your photography and make your own resolutions to improve your skillset. Here is a list of simple habits that every photographer should adopt in the coming year. Slow down. Make a conscious effort to look over your frame […]

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35 Beautiful Examples of Light Painting Photography

November 2, 2020 · Stephanie Kay-Kok

Graydon Wood

Many photos focus on capturing a scene or subject that actually exists. Unless you’re working with photo manipulation, photography tends to be about real things, captured artfully. One exception to this generalization is light painting. When photographers paint with light, they manipulate the subject rather than editing the photo. Using a slow shutter speed with […]

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35 Clever Examples of Toy Photography

October 18, 2020 · Stephanie Kay-Kok

Double Trouble figure

You don’t need to have kids to love photographing toys. They’re simple, versatile, and rich with creative possibilities. They’re great in all seasons, all types of weather, and all kinds of photography. One reason why toys are such great subjects is because of their personality. Unlike other objects, toys seem to have feelings. In some […]

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7 Fun Ideas for Halloween Photos

October 12, 2020 · Stephanie Kay-Kok

Mitchell Askelson - Halloween

Even if you usually take light, cheerful photos, Halloween is the one time of year when you can take scary, horror-themed pictures without anyone thinking it’s odd. You can get creative with creepy props, costumes, and special effects, or simply shoot the best decorations in your neighborhood. Here are some fun ideas to inspire your […]

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60 Breathtaking Fall Images For Your Inspiration

October 4, 2020 · Stephanie Kay-Kok

autumn leaves in row

Fall is a dream season for photographers. It’s the time when nature explodes with color, and misty mornings are whispering, “Hey, look at me! Wouldn’t I make just the most amazing photograph?” Besides the vibrant leaves, autumn gives you a good range of weather conditions to experiment with. The weather changes so quickly that you […]

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25 Awesome Photos of Owls

September 30, 2020 · Stephanie Kay-Kok

David Parker - Owl in flight

Owls can be either an extremely challenging or an easy subject depending on your situation. If you’re photographing owls at an animal rehabilitation center, for instance, you can probably get great photos without much difficulty. But if you’re looking for owls in the wild, you’ll need more patience, knowledge, and equipment to get excellent shots. […]

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30 Cool Pictures of Snails

September 8, 2020 · Stephanie Kay-Kok

Michael VH - Making Snail Tracks

Snails can be found all over world, from deserts and forests to the deepest parts of the ocean. Despite being so common, they can be fascinating subjects to watch and photograph. Here are some ideas for getting cool photos next time you come across an unassuming snail. Inspiration for Great Photos of Snails Get down […]

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