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Category Archives: Beginner

Section for beginner topics in photography and photograph processing

Gimmicks vs Concepts

As a student of photography, one becomes easily enamored by the many techniques and creative advancements available in the digital era. Whether it be high dynamic range photography (HDR), light painting, star trails, compositing, etc…, there are numerous step-by-step tutorials that can be found within a few strokes of the keyboard and a quick internet […]

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6 Quick Photo Tripping Tips

No matter where your skill level as a photographer might sit, I would encourage you to make sure and schedule a handful of photo trips a year. Now, these trips do not have to be a 6 month tour of the Natural Wonders of the World or a laborious grueling hike of the Appalachian Trail. […]

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Mistakes and Mishaps

So, I have been on a bit of an introspective kick lately. I don’t know if its the time of year, the point in my life, or just my allergies, but I find myself doing a lot of reflecting of late. I am not sure if anyone can really learn enough about themselves or where […]

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Deliberately Guide the Viewer in Your Image

Earlier this year I was on a trip with the family and we hiked to Stewart Falls near the Sundance ski resort in Utah. I had been there many times before with my wife WAY back when we were dating and first married. I remembered how much I enjoyed the waterfall there and was excited […]

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Make it So!

All of us photo enthusiasts are great at getting out and taking photos, But are we exercising just to maintain status quo or training for a triathlon? What I mean by this, is are we just out snapping the shutter at will, numerous times, hoping we get a great capture, or are we planning a […]

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