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Light L16 Multi-Lens Camera Gets Pre-Launch Upgrades, Lots of New Investment Cash

Gear A wider focal range and doubled internal memory make this computational camera even more interesting. The Light L16 camera will come with a wider focal range and twice the storage to store its computational photos… Popular Photography

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How to Use Light to Create Moody Images

It isn’t difficult to take sharp, well-exposed photos with modern cameras. But how do you take it a step further and create moody images that capture the spirit of a place? What is mood? I define mood as a feeling … Continue reading

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How to Potentially Double Your Volume of Great Low Light Land/Cityscape Images

The Ben Franklin Bridge in Philadelphia, PA has been on my to-photograph list for a long time and earlier this year, I was technically able to check this attraction off of my list (I decided to keep it on the … Continue reading

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80% of North Americans Unable to See Milky Way Because of Light Pollution

According to a study published by the American Association for the Advancement of Science, approximately 80% of those in North America live in ares where the Milky Way is no longer visible.  From ScienceAdvances.com: We found that about 83% of … Continue reading

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4 Easy and Unique Ways to Light and Photograph Wedding Rings

Snapdeals Sale: If you’d like to learn more about how David and Patrick photograph weddings you may want to check out their 14 hour tutorial on all things wedding photography. It’s currently $ 100 off at SnapnDeals. Wedding photographers are … Continue reading

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Watch This: Tweaking Light From Softboxes With Photographer Andrea Belluso

How To Grids, strips, diffusers, and every other soft box mod you can imagine There are more ways to use a soft box than up and over. Popular Photography

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Natural Light Versus Artificial Light: Which is Better?

Light is the backbone of photography. Without light, there are no photos. After all, the word photo means light. However, which type of lighting is best: natural or artificial? There are a lot of proponents for either camp, but this … Continue reading

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Studio Portrait Photography Tips With a Kit Lens and Single Light

As photographers, we’ve all probably suffered from lens envy at some point or another. It’s not uncommon for a good portrait lens to cost more than a camera body, and most of us just don’t have that kind of budget. The … Continue reading

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Broncolor Introduces New Light Shaping Tools – Edge Masks & Focus 110

From Broncolor: Hot on the heels of the new Siros L battery powered studio monobloc, broncolor have also released two brand new lights shaping tools – the Edge Mask diffuser and Focus 110 umbrella. Edge MasksUsing the broncolor range of softboxes just … Continue reading

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Canon Introduces Explorers of Light through New Video Series

 Yesterday, the Canon USA YouTube Channel released several videos introducing select members of their Explorers of Light program. Considering that there are currently 39 Explorers of Light, I can’t help but wonder if each will be featured in a similar … Continue reading

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How to Create Catch Lights in Your Natural Light Portraits

What is a catch light, and why you should have it in your portraits? A very popular technique in portraiture – a catch light is a spark of light in your subject’s eyes. This spark will help you to draw … Continue reading

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Rotolight Sound and Light Kit – $139.00 Shipped (Reg. $249.00)

For a limited time, B&H has the Rotolight Sound and Light Kit available for $ 139.00 with free shipping. Regularly $ 249.00. Product Highlights  Condenser Shotgun Mic & LED Ringlight Integrated Shockmount / Hot Shoe Adapter Dead Kitten & Foam Windsheild … Continue reading

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