PT Newsletter Dec 15 2015
This Week in Photography History
In 1990, Adobe released the first version of Photoshop and forever changed the way images are post-processed.
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4 Reasons Candid Portraits are Better Than PosedTake your clients out of their comfort zone (and get out of yours too!) to get more intimate and emotional images by taking candid portraits. Find out how to experience even more benefits of candid shots in this article. |
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Top 5 Things to Look For in a Camera BagThere are thousands of possibilities when it comes to shopping for a new camera bag, but with all those options, it can be overwhelming to decide what to buy. Use this great guide to help you zero in on the best bag for you. |
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4 Common Travel Photography Mistakes and How to Avoid ThemTraveling and taking photos is a fun and interesting way to see the world. But what if you could do that and make money at the same time? We’ve got the mistakes to avoid and the solutions to each that will help you maximize the potential of your travel photos. |
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Advanced Bird Photography: Birds in Flight (Part 2)Overcome the difficulties of photographing birds in flight by learning how to deal with different lighting situations and how to capture the best bird poses in part two of this awesome bird photography series. |
Editor’s Picks: PhotographyTalk Member Photos of the Week
Sand Hills Lightning Strike by Roger Hill
Roger gets up close and personal with a massive bolt of lightning in this amazing image of a storm rolling across the plains.
Falling Winter by Ryan
Ryan does it again with another stunning landscape, this time, with a pyramid-shaped mountain set in front of a gorgeous, soft pink sky. Wow!
Onion River by Mark McCulloch
The mess of twigs and branches in the foreground of this gorgeous wintery landscape draws you right in. You can almost feel the chill in the air!
Untitled by Doug
As if the stunning colors in the sky weren’t enough, they’re reflected in the glass-like waters of a rocky-beached inlet. This is another stunner, Doug!
Elakala Falls, West Virginia by Harry Pherson
This slow-shutter capture of a gorgeous waterfall is the stuff dreams are made of!
Rose-Breasted Grosbeak by Marie Read
This image, which was shared by our friends at Space Coast Birding and Wildlife Festival (SCBWF), highlights how to use shallow depth of field to bring attention to the subject.
Wet Pine Branch by Hazel Meridith
You can just about smell the sweet scent of pine in a rainstorm by looking at this close-up image of a pine bow shared by SCBWF.
Everglades Green Heron by Jim Caldwell
The texture of the heron’s wings is on full display in this incredible close-up photo shared by SCBWF.
Limpkin with Apple Snail by Kathryn Dow
In yet another photograph shared by SCBWF, we’re afforded a front-row view of this magnificent bird having a bit of lunch.
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What’s Cooking in the PT Lab
The PT Lab continues to expand with more high-quality, in-depth lessons just for you! This week we’ve got new additions to our collection of composition lessons that will help you master everything from framing the shot to effectively using color to using interesting angles to increase visual interest.
There’s a whole lot more in the PT Lab! If you haven’t already, sign up today for a free 7-day trial and get access to more high-quality lessons that will help you take your photography to the next level.
Check Out What PT Members Have to Say in This Week’s Top Forum Post
PT user Moossman asked a very interesting question this week: Should I go to photography school? See what the consensus is among PT users and add your own two cents to this hot topic!