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500 Rule vs NPF Rule: Shutter Speed for Astrophotography

pay per click advertising When you’re photographing the night sky, it can be a serious challenge to pick the right camera settings. Shutter speed in particular is a difficult one, forcing you to fight between capturing enough light or capturing … Continue reading

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What is the Sunny 16 Rule in Photography?

One of the more common exposure tips in photography is called the sunny 16 rule. Although it dates back to the early days of photography, and some would argue that it is obsolete at this point, most photographers still hear … Continue reading

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What is the Rule of Thirds?

One of the most popular ways to compose your photographs is to use the rule of thirds. Although the rule of thirds is frequently used by photographers, not everyone understands exactly what it is or when it works. This article … Continue reading

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Understanding Composition: Beyond the Rule of Thirds

Composition is critical. If you want to take powerful photos, it’s one of the most important parts of photography. Still, a lot of photographers start out only hearing about the rule of thirds, and they never go more in depth … Continue reading

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Forget the rule of thirds: How I fell in love with center compositions

You’ve heard the phrase, “Learn the rules so that you know when to break them”. Personally, I have found that this sentiment is usually thrown around by artists who are leaders in the field and have honed their craft. They … Continue reading

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