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How to Shoot Product Photos at Home With Simple Gear
Make clean product photos at home using a window, a white backdrop and a few household items, with camera settings and tips…
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How to Shoot Headshots: Light, Lens and Expression Tips
A clear guide to shooting professional-looking headshots with window light, a short telephoto lens, a plain backdrop and tips for relaxed expressions.
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Wide-Angle vs Ultra-Wide Lens: What Changes in Your Photos
Learn how wide-angle and ultra-wide lenses differ in field of view, distortion and subject use, and which one fits landscapes, interiors or…
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How to Use the Histogram to Judge Exposure Quickly
The histogram shows how brightness is spread across a photo. Learn to read it, spot clipped highlights and shadows, and adjust exposure…
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The golden ratio is about 1 to 1.618. Learn how the phi grid and spiral differ from the rule…
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How to Use One Light for Portraits That Look Polished
One light is enough for good portraits. Follow a simple setup for placement, distance, modifier size and fill, with…
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How to Use Leading Lines in City Photos for Stronger Streets
Streets, rails, crossings and building edges can guide the eye to your subject. Learn where to find urban leading…
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How to Use Diagonal Lines in Composition for Energy and Flow
Diagonal lines add movement and depth to a photo. Find them in everyday scenes, tilt your angle to create…
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How to Use a Reflector for Soft Light on Faces and Subjects
A reflector bounces existing light back onto your subject to lift shadows. Learn the surface colors, positions and easy…
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