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Explore the Dramatic B&W Street Photography of Pulitzer Prize Nominee Richard Koci Hernandez
Ron Leach  |  Jan 31, 2017

Richard Koci Hernandez considers himself a “visual journalist,” and he’s widely recognized for his stark, dramatic B&W street photography that conveys his keen sense of composition and a gritty, curious view of society. His work has appeared in major newspapers and magazines both here in the U.S. and abroad.

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5 Simple Ways to Dramatically Improve Your Photos Before You Trip the Shutter
Steve Meltzer  |  Jan 26, 2017

Great photographs are not the result of great cameras. Superb cameras help, but the real secret to making great images is the ability to see photographs in your mind’s eye before you take them. Once this ability to “pre-visualize” an image is learned, it quickly becomes second nature. Here are five simple tips to jump-start your thinking outside the camera.

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6 Things You Shouldn’t Do if You’re Just Starting Out in Photography (VIDEO)
Dan Havlik  |  Jan 26, 2017

Here’s more great advice for beginning photographers in the form of a helpful how-to video from landscape photographer Serge Ramelli. Titled “Mistakes to Avoid as a Beginner Photographer,” the 6.5-minute clip below discusses six things Ramelli did when he was just starting out in photography, which he now regrets.

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3 Mistakes that Beginner Photographers Always Make & How to Fix Them (VIDEO)
Dan Havlik  |  Jan 23, 2017

We like the photo how-to videos from the folks at Mango Street Lab because they're short, sweet, and eminently helpful. The below video tutorial titled "3 Mistakes All Beginner Photographers Make" is no exception.

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Which Lens Should I Buy (Part 2): More Lens Advice for Beginners Moving up from a Point-&-Shoot
Jon Sienkiewicz  |  Jan 20, 2017

Welcome back! Last week we covered lenses that are well suited for five of the most popular camera activities, including kids’ sports, travel and online auctions. If you missed that piece, you’ll find it here. This week—as promised—five more lenses for five more activities. These are sometimes thought of as being in the realm of more advanced hobbyists, but that ain’t necessarily so. Read on…

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These Gorgeous Images Show Why It’s Important to Pay Attention to Obscure Photo Contests
Ron Leach  |  Jan 20, 2017

It’s likely that many of you are unfamiliar with the UK-based Societies of Photographers or their international Photographer of the Year (POTY) Awards. But one look at the gorgeous images of the Societies’ 2016 winners show why you can learn a bit about photography and gain inspiration from obscure photo contests.

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Online Learning Center Alision Shares Harvard University’s Photography Course for Free
Ron Leach  |  Jan 17, 2017

Last fall Stanford University created quite a buzz when they enabled anyone to take their comprehensive digital imaging course online for free. Now thanks to web-based learning resource Alison, there’s a similar opportunity in which you can become a Harvard photography student at no cost!

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Which Lens Should I Buy (Part 1): Advice for Beginners Who Just Moved up from a Point-&-Shoot
Jon Sienkiewicz  |  Jan 13, 2017

People often ask me, “What sort of lens should I buy as my second lens?” and my answer is always the same: “What sort of pictures would you like to take?”  I’m getting that question a lot right now because a zillion people got new cameras over the holidays. There are so many options I’ve decided to deliver the answer in two installments. But first, let’s take a close look at that kit lens that came with your camera.

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Winter Wonderland: 9 Reasons Why Wintertime Is the Best Season for Photography
Josh Miller  |  Jan 10, 2017

While most photographers are packing their gear away for winter, an increasing number are finding winter to be their favorite season for photography. Photographers willing to brave the cold often find popular locations deserted, dramatic light, and fresh snow that makes scenes come alive. Whether it’s a once-in-a-lifetime trip to a destination like Yellowstone, Alaska, or Yosemite, or something closer to home, winter is a great time to get to know these locations in a much more intimate way and at slower pace. Here are nine reasons why winter is the best season to go out and shoot.

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Ask A Pro: Scott Kelby Answers Your Photography Questions
Scott Kelby  |  Jan 06, 2017

Got Questions About Photography? Professional Photographer and Photoshop Expert Scott Kelby Has Got Answers.

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5 Simple Camera Hacks for Improving Your Photos with a Cheap Plastic Bag (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Jan 05, 2017

Last month we showed you how to create better portraits by using a white balloon to soften the light from your camera’s pop-up flash. Now there are these five camera hacks to improve your photos with a simple plastic bag.

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Be Prepared: 7 Essentials For Managing Photo-Related Emergencies
Jon Sienkiewicz  |  Jan 05, 2017

Remember Albert? Not Einstein—I mean the Albert that’s also known as “Snowtober.” If you lived on the East Coast in October 2011 you remember Albert as the freak Halloween snowstorm that left more than three million homes and businesses without power. Talk about Trick or Treat. One thing that we all should have learned from that painful experience is what all Boy Scouts know: Be Prepared. 

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Take 3 Minutes & Learn (Almost) Everything You Need to Know About the Art of Time-Lapse (VIDEO)
Dan Havlik  |  Dec 29, 2016

Time-lapse photography and time-lapse videos are still immensely popular and interest in them shows no signs of slowing down (so to speak). In fact, a spectacular time-lapse video of Chicago was the fifth most popular story on Shutterbug.com in 2016 and it’s easy to see why.

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Here Are 5 Simple Tips for Instantly Getting Better Photos with the Gear You Already Own (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Dec 27, 2016

Want to elevate the quality of your photography with the gear you already own? It may sound too good to be true, but all you have to do is watch the following video tutorial from Canadian pro Peter McKinnon and that’s exactly what will happen.

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7 New Year’s Resolutions For Photographers For 2017
Jon Sienkiewicz  |  Dec 23, 2016

No time to conjure up a resolution for 2017? No problem! Here’s a seven-pack of readymade resolutions you can relate to, even if you’re already perfect in every way.

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