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The Traps of Excessive Photo Editing

Digital photography allows and encourages image manipulation. There’re countless photo editors able to perform dramatic image transformations, replace backgrounds, fix exposure, and remove objects from the frame. Moreover, apps like Facebook and Instagram provide filters and editing tools that are easy to use and efficient. We live in the #nofilter era, in which you have to announce that you share …

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How to Add Depth to Landscape Photos

Landscapes are rich subjects for artistic photography. They’re esthetic and natural at the same time and make a strong impression. People relate to a specific season or geographical region and are usually impressed by a specific mood or color palette. No wonder that paintings have featured landscapes from the very beginning of art history. While the scenery is beautiful, photographing …

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Thoughts on Switching from a DSLR to Mirrorless Camera

I can’t remember who said it, but I’ve often heard “Gear doesn’t matter.” To some extent, I feel that is true. However, I also believe how Photography YouTuber Dave McKeegan put it. “Better camera equipment does not make you a better photographer. But it does allow good photographers to get potentially better photos”. And if it can make your job …

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Tips for Travel Photography – part 1

An interesting subject matter is one of the secrets of a great photo. As a result, many photographers turn their lenses to travel photography, looking for unseen places and civilizations. Still, finding a great subject isn’t easy even if you’re in an exotic place. Moreover, you need to know how to choose the best perspective to capture its story and …