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Master Photographer Series: Henri Cartier-Bresson

IJ — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 10:38:54 +0000

The French photographer Henri Cartier-Bresson was considered to be the father of modern photo-journalism. He was an early adopter of 35mm format, and the master of candid photography. He helped develop the “street photography” or “real life reportage” style that has influenced generations of photographers since. He was born on 22 August 1908 in Chanteloup-en-Brie, [...]

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An Introduction To Street Photography

IJ — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 18:00:24 +0000

Street photography is an approach to photography rather than a location, although the streets are the usual place that it happens. Alternatively it is refered to as no rules photography. The plethera of equipment (tripods, lenses,filters,lights etc etc) associated with “serious” photography is left at home, or better still in the camera store. Its just [...]

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The Classic Rules of Photography

IJ — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 17:39:49 +0000

People often refer to “the classic rules of photography”: “This photo follows the classic rules” or “he/she broke all the classic rules” etc. But what are those “classic rules” anyway? After giving it some thought and came up with the following five rules, all longstanding and time-honoured, like you would expect when something is called [...]

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Digital Camera Reviews: A Guide to your first ‘Serious’ Camera

IJ — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 16:52:53 +0000

Photography is an expensive hobby and for many people and has become a major career option too. Photographs taken at different time of the day require special camera. For example, cameras are now built with the ability to take a shot even in the dim light. Where do you get such camera? These questions are [...]

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QUICK TIP #1 – Stop the “Cheese” in a Portrait Photograph

IJ — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 12:07:47 +0000

Have you ever uttered the classic phrase “Say Cheese” whilst taking a portrait photograph of someone? It’s time to stop! Here’s a few tips to help you kick the habit and improve your photographs. People often wonder why they they don’t ‘photograph well’ or the pictures they take of people don’t look quite right. One [...]

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What Is RAW Image Format, And Why Should I Use It?

IJ — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 19:56:42 +0000

With the relentless advance of digital camera technology, many pro-level and some mid-range digital cameras allow you to record images as RAW files. But, do you need camera RAW, and what are the advantages and implications if you decide to use it? What Is the RAW Image Format? In digital photography, the RAW file plays [...]

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15 Techniques for Creative Photographs

IJ — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 00:21:04 +0000

Creating great photography is always inspiring and fulfilling because the captured image is the result of your own experiences and passions. Any photograph is the culmination of a series of choices made within the constraints of the camera frame. The ‘Photographers Eye’ is the element that makes each photographer different and allows photography to be [...]

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Master Photographer Series: Ansel Adams

IJ — Tue, 06 Sep 2011 17:44:29 +0000

In the first of a series highlighting some of the great photographers of history, I’m starting with Ansel Adams. Adams holds a special place in the hearts of Americans and many others around the World. His mastery of light and tone, and his passion for the environment that he captured so beautifully cannot be over [...]

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Nikon D3100 Digital SLR Camera Review

IJ — Sat, 03 Sep 2011 16:08:17 +0000

The Nikon D3100 is the company’s latest entry-level Digital SLR camera and the successor to the best-selling D3000. It builds-upon that model’s friendly operation and brings it right up to date with higher resolution images, Live View and HD movie capabilities. Indeed it’s arguably now the best-featured entry-level DSLR and will appeal equally to beginners [...]

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Photoshop vs Photoshop Elements: Which One Is Right for You?

IJ — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 15:21:26 +0000

Now that the digital camera revolution has taken hold, the old days of processing film and spending hours in darkrooms have long gone. With all our photographs stored on our computer, it’s the now computer’s turn to be the ‘Modern Darkroom’. There are many applications available to help us manipulate and improve our images but [...]

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