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Photography Tips

Practical guides for better photos at any level.

Practical tips I've picked up from years of shooting portraits and experimenting with everything else. Written for photographers who want to understand the why, not just follow steps.

Macro lens photography in your yard and garden
Photography Tips

Using a Macro Lens to Explore Your Yard and Garden

June 2015 · Updated Mar 2020 · 6 min read

You don't always have to travel to find interesting subjects. A macro lens can turn your backyard into a whole world. Background awareness, depth of field, patience.

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5 nighttime landscape tips for beginners
Photography Tips

5 Nighttime Landscape Tips for Beginners

Originally 2008 · Updated Apr 2015 · 7 min read

You don't need a fancy camera for night landscapes. Tripod, self-timer, low ISO, slow shutter, no flash. Five fundamentals that still apply to any camera.

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