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Long exposure clouds can add an extra layer of dynamism to landscape images and in order to effectively capture cloud movement, the photographer needs to analyse the scene and look at the direction of movement of clouds and compose the shot so the movement contributes to the composition of the image. This can be done by moving around, finding a suitable perspective and taking a few test shots. It may not be possible to get the clouds exactly how you want them to be, but you can try your best.
Long exposure photography helps to create artistic images. When you increase the exposure time and capture the movements in the scene, it makes the image look otherworldly or surreal. When capturing long exposures, you cannot just lengthen the shutter speed but need to take care of the light in the frame, consider the exposure triangle and make adjustments accordingly.
Check out these articles that will provide you with a lot of tips and techniques to improve your long exposure photography.
Tripods might not be a candidate when you think of technological advancements, yet the way we stabilize our images has moved on dramatically since the days I wrote that article. Today I want to revisit the pros, cons and alternatives to tripods.
Welcome to our weekly community wrap-up. It’s been another amazing week on the Light Stalking forums with great photography by the community and the discussions in the forums have been engaging and very inspiring in the recent weeks. We also had quite a few members joining the community last week, which was even more exciting.
Here is the Photo Of The Week that is judged by Federico every week. This week’s photo of the week is by Click.
When it comes to black and white photography, since we remove the colours and use only the different shades of grey, the photograph needs to have a rich contrast in tones and also be shot under light conditions that can emphasize the textures, adding depth and drama to the photo. Besides these, the photographer also needs to pay attention to compositions in terms of lines, shapes, forms, etc.
Here are 30 wildlife photographs in black and white, that are stunning and look like pieces of art.
Understanding light and its behaviour is of high importance in order to enhance your photography skills to capture better photos. In this article, we have put together a bunch of tutorials that will help you gain an understanding of light and use it in your day-to-day photography.
Have you ever noticed that folks who are talented at photography can generally get a great shot with almost any piece of gear? The truth about how to take better photos with any camera is that it is actually very rarely, if ever, about the gear you are carrying. It has a lot more to do with your personal skills as a photographer.
We have put together a selection of photography tips, ideas, and tactics that will lead you towards better outcomes for your own photography.
Welcome to our weekly community wrap-up. It’s been another amazing week on the Light Stalking forums with great photography by the community and the discussions in the forums have been engaging and very inspiring in the recent weeks.
Here is the Photo Of The Week that is judged by Federico every week. This week’s photo of the week is by Robert Apple.
Who does not love beautiful light in photography? All photographers crave for it, but not much is talked about shadows or good shadows in photography. If you look at very powerful, emotive photographs, you can notice that there is always some amount of shadow that complements the light in the photograph – most of the time.
Here are some images that will help you to be inspired to embrace shadows in photography.
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Every photographer loves reading about the craft, so we have put together what we think are the best photography magazines around at the moment.
Here is a list of gifts for photographers that contains something for everyone.
If you are looking for the best photography software of 2024, then this rundown will help you out. With so many options, here’s a photographer’s take.
Most hard cases are great for providing safety to your gear. The camera equipment is a big investment because of its high price and you should choose it wisely. In this article, we will cover the 11 best and most versatile camera hard cases that will keep your gear protected.
We have done the legwork in finding the best photo printer in 2022 for your needs in this in-depth article. We have endeavored to find the things to look out for with printers and why you will want to take a look at our overall winner.
If not essential, then drones are certainly an important part of any photographer’s tool kit. The freedom afforded by aerial photography allows us to move our cameras in three planes and a significant distance from our positions, all whilst still monitoring a live feed. A camera drone can allow us to shoot both amazing stills […]
Uncover the timeless beauty of portraits through vintage lenses. Discover which old-school glass can enhance your photography. Click to find the best vintage portrait lenses!
Keep your camera lenses spotless! Discover the best lens cleaning kits for crystal-clear photography. Click for tips on choosing and using the right kit!
You have had a passing interest in photography for a while. Maybe you shoot with a smart phone and want to step up to a bigger camera. The question is, what camera? The best camera for beginners to photography does not actually exist. There are, in fact many best cameras, each has it own advantages […]
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When it comes to any type of art, temporarily losing your mojo and motivation is just a part of the way it goes. If you are struggling with creative block, never fear! Often, just a few prescriptive exercises or photo prompts will get you back in the swing of things and have you looking at […]
📝 Editor’s Note: This article was significantly updated and rewritten by the Light Stalking team in June 2023 to reflect the latest best practices and ensure originality. The advance of photography from the days of daguerrotype to today’s smartphones where it has become an integral part of everyone’s lives, has been astounding. With the rise […]
Learning how to photograph the moon has long been one of the greatest joys of a photographer’s journey in learning. For centuries the moon has captivated people, given direction and provided hours of enjoyment and wonderment. Being the brightest object in the night sky, it’s something photographers of all levels can shoot, however, it does take planning and preparation to accomplish. In this article, we will look at how to photograph the moon along with some amazing moon images in the end for inspiration.
Fascination with the night sky to some degree, is almost universal in human beings. Simply looking at the unknown has intrigued humans for millennia, something that has only grown stronger with better knowledge of the Milky Way and its billions of stars, not to mention other galaxies. Photographers are no different, which is why learning […]
Food photography is an art and as they say, a great food photo can make the viewer want to taste the food and even hungry. The best food photographs are what make a diner to order a particular dish and they also make great sales for recipe books. Food photography can be one of the […]
Astronomy photography (astrophotography) is probably one of the most difficult types of photography that can be undertaken by the amateur photographer. It is also one of the most inspirational types of photography and is always immensely popular. Luckily for us, some amateur photographers still take the time to equip and train themselves and so are […]
If you have a good understanding of light, know how to control light and have a good knowledge of using your camera, then you will be able to make brilliant images that stand out against a black background, even if you have not used a black background.
In this article, we will look at the different ways on how to get black background in photographs. You can use one of the techniques or a combination of them to get the desired results.
Today we are going to get a bit technical and take a look at the NPF rule and how to use it to get tack sharp photographs of the stars.
If you are just starting your photography journey, here is a beginners guide to photography, including some of the fundamentals, you will encounter as you take your first step.