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Light is key in photography and the direction of light an important factor in creating dramatic photos. When the subject is backlit, or the light is coming from behind it towards the camera, it can make for very dynamic and interesting images.

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Sony has been on a roll in recent years and its latest release in the a7-series is no exception. Featuring an ISO range expandable to 409,600, 4K video recording, 5-axis optical image stabilization and an improved AF system, the Sony a7S II is sure to be a hit. Other than sticking to a 12 megapixel [...]

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Sorry she did it or sorry she got caught? Petra Laszlo, the Hungarian camerawoman who was filmed tripping and kicking migrants, apologized for her actions. I’m not heartless, racist children-kicking camerawoman, she said, stating that she was driven by fear, adding that she does not deserve the political witch hunt against her. Laszlos violent behavior [...]

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A while back we asked the world to add a small Gyro to each camera so that shake can be eliminated. It looks like the world was listening and a new kickstarter aims to bring smooth and steady shots be recording camera movement and applying it into the stabilization algorithm. SteadXP is a small box [...]

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It’s not the camera that makes good photography; its the photographer. How many times have you heard that? Probably a lot more times than you can count. It has become a bit of a clich than anything, but it’s onethat still rings true. You don’t need to spend thousands of dollars on brand new, state of the art camera systems and lenses, to be able to create great photos. Youknow that by now. There... more

This week on PSUTV, Corey shows a masking text effect and Pete has a cool tip on making a cyborg.

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Photographing subjects in motion can be kind of tricky because of the very nature of photography as an art form: cameras capture stillimages, not moving pictures (unless you are Harry Potter and like to read the Daily Prophet).

Of course, one solution is to record a movie with your camera or phone, but even a movie is in itself a series of still images projected quickly, that only give the illusion of motion. Each individual frame is not moving, but put together it appears as though... more

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On now until September 22nd (2015) over on Snapndeals – 20% OFF Wayne’s eBooK – Portrait Tips and Techniques: Natural Light Black & White Portraiture. Grab it before the deal expires.

RETHINKING NATURAL LIGHT

Many photographers choose to use natural light as their chosen style, almost as a badge of honour. Natural... more

2-for-1 special

As part of Landscape Photography Week here on dPS, we’re offering TWO for the price of ONE on our best-selling Living & Loving Landscape Photography ebooks!

Click hereto take advantage of this offer.

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