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Photography

Creative Thinking With the Extreme Laowa 25mm f/2.8 2.5-5X Ultra Macro Lens

Posted on December 31, 1969by Andres

The past few years, Venus Optics has been making great strides in affordable, niche lenses. In this video, photographer Markus Hofstätter shares his experience with the Laowa 25mm f/2.8 2.5-5X Ultra Macro lens.

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Behind the Scenes of This Incredible Inflatable Pool Backyard Portrait Shoot

Posted on December 31, 1969by Andres

You’ll often hear photographers claim that a lot can be achieved with very little, and for the most part it’s true. However, that tidbit doesn’t offer a great deal of actionable information. In this behind-the-scenes video, you will see just how far creativity can take you.

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How a Photographer Shot This Levitating Model on Location

Posted on December 31, 1969by Andres

The levitating portrait is something of a classic and for good reason: it’s effective at catching the eye and holding the viewer. In this video, watch a full breakdown, including behind-the-scenes footage, of how the shot was achieved, from start to finish.

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Classic Lighting Setups That Every Photographer Should Know

Posted on December 31, 1969by Andres

There are many ways to light a subject, both complex and simplistic, and while you might be always tempted to go for the most complicated setups, knowing the classics is important too. Classic lighting is classic for a reason and you may find yourself using it more often than you expect.

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Try This Technique to Make Your Flash Photography Look More Natural

Posted on December 31, 1969by Andres

There are lots of reasons why beginner photographer might avoid using strobe lighting, but a common answer is that they don’t like the look. While I know exactly what they mean, there doesn’t have to be a “look” at all.

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Why the Laowa 12mm f/2.8 ZERO-D Is Terrible for Portraits

Posted on December 31, 1969by Andres

Certain tools, including lenses, are often intended to be used in specific ways. However, by working in an unintended manner, you can create something unique and unexpected.

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6 Pieces of Gear That Never Leave My Professional Photography Setup

Posted on December 31, 1969by Andres

As a professional fashion photographer, I rely on a myriad of different equipment to enable me to create my work. Anything from a light to a super-clamp is useful at some point. However, what gear is always with me? Hint: the camera is not item one.

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Astrophotography From Start to Finish: Shooting, Stacking, and Post-Production

Posted on December 31, 1969by Andres

Astrophotography is one of the most rewarding but complex genres of photography. There are a lot of steps that go into creating a great image of the night sky and Milky Way, and what better way to learn than to watch somebody do it from start to finish.

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7 Quick Tips for a Positive Change in Your Photography

Posted on December 31, 1969by Andres

A new year is here and with it comes the opportunity to reflect and make plans for how you will spend the next 12 months. If you’re looking for inspiration on how to improve, here are seven quick tips to change your photography for the better.

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Using the DJI Action 2 to Create Excellent Social Media Reels

Posted on December 31, 1969by Andres

There’s no getting away from it, social media is both important and ever-changing. One way you can keep up and generate a bigger following is by creating short-form videos and this little camera is great for that.

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