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The Archives

The articles here are listed according to the order they first appeared, by date.

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March-April, 1996

Scott Kilborn Loves Breaking Stereotypes:
He writes about a policeman / artist friend as he points out that someone's job is only part of the story.

Helen Longest-Slaughter Tackles the Problem of
how someone weighing less than 135 pounds can carry comfortably more than 50 pounds when hiking.

Michael Fulks' Fascination with Infrared Film and How to Correctly Use It

John Sexton remembers his 22 year friendship with Morley Baer, 1916-1995
accompanied by David Fullagar's portrait of Morley, 6 weeks before his passing.

Robert Hitchman Shares His Love for Photographing Waterfalls,
Advice on proper exposure, filtration, and the best lighting/weather conditions are covered.

Our "PhotoSmith," Mark Smith Joins Us With A Column About The Basics In this first issue,
Mark covers the most important thing about photography, Light!

May -June, 1996

Robert Hitchman: How to Choose a Photo Workshop or Photo Field Trip

John Gerlach: I Bracket Exposures Too
Famed nature photographer and world traveler joins us.

Michael Fulks: Infrared Film and How to Correctly Use It, Part II

Bob Grytten: What is a Query Letter?
Photo Newsletter Publisher tells you how to find a buyer for your photographs and articles.

Profile of the Month: New England Photographer John Willis

Composition: A primer in negative and positive space. Part 1 by Michael Fulks

Composition: A primer in negative and positive space. Part 2

Plan a Fall or Winter Photography Trip... It's not too early! by Robert Hitchman

Viewing Through a Grid by John Gerlach

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July - August, 1996

Focusing When Using Infrared Film.
Part 3 in a series about infrared film.
by Michael Fulks

Is Your Darkroom Safe?
Some safety tips to make your darkroom safer.
By Michael Fulks

A Still Photographer's Guide to Better Video.
Tips from an expert videographer.
By Peter B O'Neil

Seeing Deeply.
Some tips on how to improve your artistic vision.
By John Gerlach.

Wildflowers Don't Sell, Do they?
Wildflowers may be good sellers, but only if done right!
By John Gerlach

Does Your Left Brain Know What Your Right Brain is Doing?
Some exercises to get your brain working.
By Michael Fulks

The Slot Canyons of the SW
Some tips on how to find and photograph the slot canyons.
By Robert Hitchman

Exposure!
Some basic exposure concepts for the beginning photographer.
By Mark Smith

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September - October, 1996

Photographing Wildlife From Our Car
Your car may be an invaluable aid!
By John Gerlach

Copyright Law in the Digital Age
Will Copyright Law survive?
By Michael Fulks

POPS: A Potpourri of Photo Stuff
Some tips to help your photography
By Steve Traudt

Fantasy, Abstraction and Realism in the Visual Arts
A two part article about the effects of the digital age on the arts. (Both parts in this issue)
By Alan R Krauss

The Gallery
More of Alan Krauss's images

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November - December, 1996

Exposure, Part 2
Part two of Mark Smith's article on exposure (See July in the archives.)
By Mark Smith

They Shoot Horses Don't They
A two part article about photographing horsing events, with primer about panning.
By Michael Fulks

How to Find Good Places to Photograph Nature
by John Gerlach

Searching for Slot Canyons,
by Robert Hitchman

A Slot Canyon Gallery

Capturing Butterflies
Getting the most out of your butterfly hunt
by Jakub Jasinski

A Macro Gallery
More great macro photography by Jakub Jasinski

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January - February, 1997

"Self-Portrait"
The winners of our last photo contest

Free Camping, Part 2
More of Bob Grytten's travels along the East Coast

Winter Nature Photography
Winter offers many photographic opportunities
by John Gerlach

Free Camping!
Getting to your favorite shooting site is half the fun.
By Bob Grytten

Printing Slides
Important tips when making prints from slides by Steve Traudt

Where to Find Spring Wildflowers
Some ideas for your next wildflower expedition
by Robert Hitchman

Why I Shoot Large Format Cameras
John Gerlach discusses the merits of large format photography. It's easier than you may think!

Nature Photography in Chile
by Christian McManus and Francisco Bascuñan

A Chilean Gallery
Nature Photographs from Chile

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March - April, 1997

"An Evolution"
John Sexton talks about printing.

"Cactus Flowers of Joshua Tree"
John Gerlach tells us how and where to photograph the desert's color

"Yosemite After the Floods"
Robert Hitchman reports on the damage to one of the nation's most popular parks.

"An Evolution II "
John Sexton talks about printing. Second in a series.

A Look at Ilford's 200 SFX film
by Michael Fulks

"Snow"
Here are the results of our last contest

The Great Gallery of Horseshoe Canyon
by Robert Hitchman
Hitchman takes us to Canyon lands National Park in the U.S. Southwest.

Alaska, The Great Land
by Behram daCosta
DaCosta gives us a glimpse of the United States largest state.

An Alaska Gallery

Gesalt: "Equilibrium"
by Michael Fulks
The first in a series about composition.

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May, 1997

The Results of the Latest Apogee Photo Contest
"Water"

Gesalt: "Closure"
by Michael Fulks
The second in a series about composition.

Some Interior Views of Italian Photography Today
by Gianni Romano
A look at the current generation of Italian Fine Art Photographers.

An Italian Gallery
More work of Italian photographers

Long Lens Flowers
by John Gerlach.
Use a telephoto lens on your close-ups for even better pictures.

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June-July 1997

Don Murphy Plays With Fire

Don talks about himself and his unique images.
 

"Playing with Fire"

A Photo Gallery 
 

The Expressive B&W Print

by John Sexton 
John gives us insight into his printing process. 

 

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August - September  1997

Gestalt: Proximity 

by Michael Fulks
Third on a series about composition.
 

The "Sports" Photo Contest

See the winning entries
 

Photographing Dewy Wonders

John Gerlach tells us how.
 

A Dewy Photo Gallery 

Getting Close 

by Bob Grytten. 
Getting up close your subject can give your photography a boost.
 

When It Rains On Your Parade

by Vince Matthews 
 

Rohn Engh's "Stock Shots" #1 

"The Big G's" 

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October - November, 1997

A Guideline to Good Nature Photos

John Gerlach gives us an easy to remember formula.
 

Autumn Color Update 

Robert Hitchman tells us where the fall colors can still be found and gives us some inspirational pictures to give us ideas.
 

"National Parks" Contest Winners 
 

Just Add Water 

By  Mike Brousseau
Here's simple recipe that can supply depth and life to an image.
 

Just Add Water: A Gallery 

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December-January, 1997-8

Using a Diffusion Cloth

John Gerlach tells us how and why to use a diffusion cloth for your nature photography.
 

Computer Generated Imagery: Is It Photography?

Dale O'dell, an accomplished digital artist and photographer, gives us his impression.
 

Gestalt: Lines of Sight 

Michael Fulks talks about the concept of "Continuity" as an aid to composition in the fourth article in a series.

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February - March 1998

"Still Life" Contest Winners

See the winner and runner-ups.
 

Grand Paradise National Park

Michele Vacchiano explores the Alps' wildest park
 

Nature by Design

Learn how to "see" better when trying to get that great nature shot. By Noella Ballenger.
 

Using the Zone System in the Field

Bob Hitchman gives us some tips about using the Zone System for better pictures
 

Calibrating Black and White Negatives

Michael Fulks tells how he calibrated black and white films for optimal results.
 

Rohn Engh's "Stock Shots" (#2) 

"Let your passion guide you"

Product Reviews: 

Join Tony Oswald in this new feature as he takes a look  two software programs to help you keep track of your images.

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April - May, 1998

"Trees"

You've waited long enough. Here are the results of our contest.
 

Soothing the Savage Beast.

Copyright issues affect more than photographers. Are you sure you're not violating someone else's rights?
 

Photographing Blue Wildflowers

The blue light of open shade causes many problems for the wildlife photographer. Many use warming filters to correct the problem. But what if the subject is already blue? John Gerlach tells us how to get our blue flowers to turn out blue.
 

Ten Tips for Great Gardening Photos

Noella Ballenger tells how to get better photos
 

Getting the Most Out of a Photo Workshop

Make the most of your workshop experience. Noella Ballenger tells us how.
 

Calibrating your B/W negatives (Part 2)

Part 2 of a system to help get the most out of your B/W ngatives.
 

Notes from the Field

John Sexton talks about  how he created a favorite image.
 

Travel Assignment Winners
 

Flashbulbs: Dead or Alive?

Apogee's Tony Oswald interviews Bill Cress, the reining guru of flash bulb technology.
 

The Fifty-Cent Solution

Exposure can be a difficult concept to understand. Photography educator Steve Traudt explains how a meter works and how you can get the most out of it with an inexpensive tool.
 

Scratched Film?

If you have scratched film, here's why and how to avoid it in the future. By John Gerlach

 

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June-August, 1998

Electronic Flash: A Primer

Steve Traudt introduces readers to the basics of using electronic flash.
 

The Art of Nature

By artfully including existing design elements, you can create a photograph with higher visual impact, regardless of whether it’s a wildlife, landscape, or closeup subject. An article on composition by Brenda Tharp
 

London, Once Over Lightly

Mike Goldstein takes us on a brief photographic tour of London.
 

Gestalt:Figure/Ground

Next article in a series on using the concepts of perception to help design your photographs.
 

On Assignment

In our first in a series of "On Assignment" articles Mario Corvetto presents poignant images of the children of Bosnia. Part 1 of 3.
 

Tips to Make It Great

More tips for great images from Noella Ballenger
 

The "Spring" Photo Contest Winners

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September - October, 1998

On Assignment: The Spirit of Human Struggle: Bosnia

Part 2 of Mario Corvetto's photo essay on post-war Bosnia.
 

The Winners of "The Great Outdoors" contest

The Art of Nature, Part 2

Part Two of Brenda Tharp's article on composition discusses bringing together elements of visual design as they apply to nature photography.
 

Are You Nervous About Buying on the Web?

With all the hype about on-line purchasing, are you safe in doing so? What can you do to protect yourself? Jerry Greyson explores the safety issue of buying merchandise on-line
 

Vision Unique

Each person had his or her own vision of the world. Helen Longest-Slaughter Saccone and Marty Saccone, veteran photography teachers, tell how to tap into your own vision unique.
 

The Grand Staircase - Escalante National Monument

Bob Hitchman returns from a trip to Escalante, Utah.
 

Catching Waterfalls

Andy Longs gives us some tips on how to make successful waterfall images.
 

Ghost Town Trails

Noella Ballenger takes you on a trip through the ghost town of the far west.
 

New Digital Painting of Rick Globus

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November - December, 1998

 

The Sunset Contest Winners
 

On Assignment: Endangered Great Apes

Boyd Norton takes us on a journey to see the gorillas of Zaire and Rwanda. A lot has changed since "Gorillas in the Mist" and not for the good of the gorillas.
 

Gestalt: Isomorphic Correspondence

Sixth in a series, Michael Fulks discusses  how our brain processes images and how this knowledge will make your images more meaningful to others.
 

On Assignment: Endangered Great Apes, Part 2

"People of the Forest." Second in the series by Boyd Norton.
 

Utah's Colorado Plateau

Noella Ballenger guides us to one of the most fabulous photographic areas in the Southwestern U.S.
 

Halifax by the Sea

Michael Goldstein travels to Halifax, Nova Scotia

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January - February, 1999

Product Review: Lightning Trigger

New product provides exciting possibilities when photographing lightning.
 

Utah's Colorado Plateau, Part 2

Noella Ballenger guides us to one of the most fabulous photographic areas in the Southwestern U.S. (See below for Part 1)
 

The Travelogue: Creating a Compelling Travel Story

How do you keep your travelogue slide show from being a sleeper? Brenda Tharp gives us some tips on how to take photos on your next trip and produce a good travelogue.
 

"Reflections" Contest Winners

The Taxman Cometh

Don't make a mistake that will cost you. Start planning now, before the end of the year, to get your books in order.
 

The Model Release, A Primer

Confused about the model release? This should answer most of your questions.
 

A Different Kind of Moon Shot

Andy Long tells us to plan and execute your own moon shots.
 

The Goblins and Dragons of the Pacific Northwest

Photo-essay written and photographed by Paula Laubner Lechten
 

The Sharpshooter

Steve Traudt tell us how to get the sharpest images from our 35 mm cameras

Rohn Engh: Stock Shots #7

Are you missing out on a tax deduction that could be yours?

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March - April, 1999

The Cityscape Contest Winners!
 

Daytime Lightning Photography Tips 

Here's how to get fanatastic lightning shots even in the daytime!
 

A Sedona Adventure

Noella Ballenger and Marla Meier travel to Sedona, Arizona.
 

"Faces of Character" Winners
 

Through the Pinhole Eye

By Scott McMahon. The pinhole camera remains a part of our photographic tradition. Many photographers still use it today to present a unique vision of the world.
 

The Photographer's Photoshop

Parts 1and 2. How to use Adobe's Photoshop™ to improve your photos, by Mike Goldstein.
 

The Expressive Image

Nine steps towards more creative images, by Brenda Tharp

Ethics in the Landscape

Commentary by Lee Watson

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June - July, 1999

The Camera Hunter

Know Thyself. Join Bill Silliker in this new column about hunting with your camera.
 

O' For No Light

A photo essay about grafitti art by Margaret Brezden.
 

Alternative Printing

Marci Cooke introduces us to another technique for printing your B/W images using a paint-on emulsion.
 

Bob Hitchman's Weekly Tips: The entire list

Who won our "Nightscape" Photo Contest?
 

Creating Photo/Text Packages: ANATOMY OF A STORY

Bob Grytten explains how to put together a photo article for publication.
 

The Alabama Hills

Visit the Alabama Hill with Bob Hitchman. (They're not in Alabama!)
 

Taking Better Portraits

Here are some tips for better portraits from Marci Cooke.
 

Dinner with Arnold

Writer Ysabel de la Rosa dines with photographer Arnold Newman in Madrid.
 

Losing Yourself in Venice

Michael Goldstein takes us on a photo tour of Venice..

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August - September, 1999

Frame Within a Frame Winners

 

Portfolio: Hick Fernand

Work and comments from Belgian photographer Hick Fernand

UBIN : Beauty of the Discarded

From Singapore, Jon Morgan takes us on a journey that shows us beauty can be in the most unlikely places. One just needs to see it.
 

The Wonders of the Philippine Sea

M. Arlene Rafiq takes us on an underwater journey to the Phillippine Sea. Photos and special effects by Abdulla Rafiq.

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October - November, 1999

"It's About Time" Winners 

On Assignment  (Part 1)

Angela Kearney chronicles her solo journey through Tibet and Bhutan
 

Cambodia Now Open for Business

After a generation of instability and bloodshed, Cambodia is now poised to become a tourist destination. Article by Benjamin Kaubisch
 

Frozen Beauty

It has started snowing in the high country of the Rocky Mountains. Here's how to get the most out of your cold weather photography. By Brenda Tharp.
 

Aerial Photography for Beginners

Australian photographer Chris Groenhout tells us how to get started.
 

Flower Photography

Noella Ballenger explains the best ways to get stunning photographs of flowers. Includes 5 tips for better photography.

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December, 1999

The Gift of Photography

During this holiday season look inward to discover in yourself the reasons you photograph. It may be the best gift you receive this season! An article by Brenda Tharp
 

Strategies for Lightning Photography

R. Franklin Davis tells how to make better lightning photos and stay safe at the same time. 
 

Unseen Infrared

IR film offers some exciting creative alternatives. Here are some tips, from photographer and teacher Sandy Sorlien, to get you started right.

Food and Photography along the Coast of Maine

Photographer and writer, Mike Goldstein, takes us sailing and eating in Maine.

 

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January - February, 2000

First Class Photography

First class photographs aren't made with expensive equipment, but by first class photographers. The first in a series by Willis T. Bird.
 

Slide Show Production

Get your slides out of their boxes and let people see them. Steve Traudt tells us how to put together a professional slide show.

  Touring Southeast Alaska

How to Get the Most from Your Experience. Text and photographs by Brenda Tharp

Star Trail and Moonlight Photography

The night sky offers many opportunities for the adventurous photographer. Chris Groenhout and Czesia Markiewicz tell you how to get the most out of your nighttime photos.
 

Time Traveler: José Ortiz Echagüe ... A Biography

A fascinating look at an important 20th century photographer. By Ysabel de la Rosa
 

"Light and Form" Winners
 

Looking at Chrestovozdvizhensky Monastery

Report from Ukraine by Olexiy Logvinov
 

A Different Place for Winter Image Making

The Sonoran Desert has photographic opportunities unlike an other desert in the world. Lonnie Brock takes us there.
 

The Camera Hunter

"Catch and Release Moose" Safety is a key issue when photographing moose.  By Bill Silliker

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March - April, 2000

Close-up Photography

A new series of articles about close-up photography by photographer and writer Nancy Rotenberg
 

Close-up Photography: Exposure

Second in a series of articles about close-up photography by photographer and writer Nancy Rotenberg
 

Process as Metaphor

A Photo Essay by Sarah Van Keuren about pinhole photography, gum bichromate and cynanotype printing.
 

An Insider's View of Poltava in the Ukraine 

Our correspondent from the Ukraine shows us the town of Poltava 

The Glamour Photographer's Notebook:
1930's Movie Star Glamour by Gene Copas

The Glamour Photographer's Notebook:
Jacqueline in Black by Gene Copas

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May 2000

Photographs as Museum Property: An Interview with Catherine Coleman,
Photography Curator 

An interview with the photography curator of Spain's Reina Sofía, by Ysabel de la Rosa
 

Shooting in the Dark

The challenges and rewards of low-light digital imaging by Mary De Haven
 

Book Review: Digital Camera Solutions by Gregory Georges

Hasselblad X-Pan

Product review of Hasselblad's X-Pan panoramic camera, and a portfolio of images. By Christopher Groenhout
 

Posing Tips

Posing your subject is more than good luck. It is a combination of many factors. Here are some tips to help you get better people pictures. By Brian Ratty. 
 

Editorial

Is Digital Imaging Different from Photography? By Don Althaus

The Glamour Photographer's Notebook:
Sheryl by Gene Copas
 

"Red" Photo Contest Winners

nik Sharpener Pro  

Powerful software to sharpen you images for the web, offset printing, or inkjet. A Review by Michael Fulks

Is A Career as an Editorial Photographer for Me?   

by Bob Grytten
 

Abe Rafiq's Trick and Tips  

Seventh  in a series. Abe Rafiq's tips for better digital photography.
 

Bob Hitchman's Exposures of North America

Exposure #35.  Installment #35 of  Bob's weekly column introducing you to some of his favorite areas to photograph in North America. (Look for Bob's Weekly Tips in the archives.)

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June, 2000

Close-ups and Long Shots

Too many photographers shoot their pictures from some middle distance and then wonder at the static quality of their images. Here's how to get more dynamic shots. By Brian Ratty.
 

Presenting Your Photographs

Steve Traudt gives us tips on matting and framing our photographs.
 

Know Your Camera: More About Aperture Control.

Part 2 of the "Know Your Camera" Series, by Noella Ballenger
 

Magnification Devices:

Excerpted from Chapter 1, "How to Photograph Close-ups in Nature"
by Nancy Rotenberg & Michael Lustbader
 

Guide to Photographing Display Homes for fun and profit (mainly profit, actually)

Learn how to get the best results from your display and model home photography. By Chris Groenhout
  

"What's a Megapixel, and Why Should I Care?"

George Schaub discusses the importance of resolution and digital cameras.
 

Systematic Color Correction in Adobe Photoshop  

Mike Goldstein discusses a systematic way to improve any image, whether it came from a digital camera, a scanner, a Photo CD, or a Picture CD
 

Inkjet 101: Red River Papers

Next on our series about Inkjet papers and inks: Red River papers.
 

Six Easy Steps for Buying the Right Digital Camera for You

Excerpted from Digital Camera Solutions. By Gregory Georges
 

First Class Photography: Family Tree Project. 

Willis T. Bird shows you how to help preserve your family's history, and with a really fun project.
 

The [Non]Photographer

More tricks and techniques by Nitsa

The Glamour Photographer's Notebook:
Basic Outdoor Glamour by Gene Copas

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July, 2000

A Photographic Trip to Washington D.C.

by Elizabeth Powis. Apogee's summer intern wins a prestigious award and a trip to Washington D.C.
 

An Interview with David Lebe

By Richard Kagan
 

Character Studies

What is the difference between a character study and a portrait? How do you make your subject comfortable in front of the camera? Brian Ratty answers these questions and more.
 

Decisive Moments

A personal look at capturing magic moments by Bill Miller. Second in a series

The Glamour Photographer's Notebook:
Smokin' Charli by Gene Copas

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August, 2000

PHotoEspaña 2000: Crossing Frontiers  

Madrid is alive with photography with this special annual event. By Ysabel de la Rosa
 

Tips for Storing and Managing Image Files

Excerpted from Digital Camera Solutions. By Gregory Georges
 

Inkjet 101: More Papers

Michael Fulks presents more archival papers for inkjet printers.
 

First Class Photography: Contests

by Willis T. Bird
 
The Glamour Photographer's Notebook:
A Waterfall by Gene Copas

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September, 2000

Know Your Camera:

More Shutter Speed Tips, by Noella Ballenger
 

Ten Steps to Setting Up a Home Darkroom

Chris Groenhout tell us how to turn unused space in your home into a functional darkroom.
 

"White on White" Winners
 

PHotoEspaña 2000: Crossing Frontiers

Madrid is alive with photography with this special annual event. By Ysabel de la Rosa
 

Pet Photography

Patience is, without a doubt, the prime requisite in photographing pets. Brian Ratty tells us how to plan our pet sittings to get the most out of them.
 

Don't Forget Camera Basics

They Apply Whether the Camera is an Old Brownie or a New Digital, by John Frantz
 

Choosing a Digital Image Editor

Excerpted from Digital Camera Solutions. By Gregory Georges
 

Abe Rafiq's Trick and Tips  

Eighth  in a series. Abe Rafiq's tips for better digital photography.

The Glamour Photographer's Notebook:
Sense of Humor by Gene Copas

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October, 2000

Decisive Moments

Sunrise at Smith Rock. by Bill Miller
 

Ukrainian Pottery

Another report from our Ukrainian correspondent, Olexiy Logvinov, about  culture and the sights in the Ukraine.
   

  The Wonder of the Everyday

What makes a photograph good? How is art related to personal vision? Len Bernstein introduces us to Aesthetic Realism.
 

Autumn in Vermont

It's officially that time! Michael Goldstein takes us on a New England tour of fall colors.
 

Killing Artifacts

What You Should Know About "Lossy Compression" by Dan Reid.
 

Image Projects for Kids

Excerpted from Digital Camera Solutions. By Gregory Georges

The Glamour Photographer's Notebook:
Ode to "MOM" by Gene Copas

 

November, 2000

In Search Of The Perfect Bag

What is the best camera bag? Steve Traudt gives us some clues for picking out the one right for you. 
 

Shooting The Marvelous Minolta Maxxum 7  

A product review by Mike Goldstein
 

Know Your Camera  

"Accessories." Part four in a series by Noella Ballenger
 

"Hands" Winners

Here are the results of the "Hands" Contest.
 

Art or Abstract Photography

Can a photographer also be an artist? by Brian Ratty.
 

A "Starter Set" of 15 Digital Imaging Techniques

Here is a selection of ideas to start your own collection of photos for your own digital projects. Excerpted from Digital Camera Solutions. By Gregory Georges
 
The Glamour Photographer's Notebook:
A Classical Approach by Gene Copas

December, 2000

The Winner of our "Double Exposures" Contest.
 

The Voigtländer Ultra Wide Heliar 12 mm f/5.6 Aspherical Lens

by Chris Groenhout
 

Travel Photography: Film

The first in a series of excerpts from the book, Travel Photography by Richard I'Anson
 

Night Trick.   

Use two separate time exposures to get really cool night shots. By Brian Ratty
 

Know Your Camera: The Next Step  

Noella Ballenger shows us how to experiment using depth of field.
 

The Inspired State of Mind

Searching for new and exciting situations to photograph? Maybe they are right under your nose. By Len Bernstein
 

Decisive Moments:  Planned vs. Lucky Shots

Good photographs can be the result of luck, but you can’t rely on luck – it will eventually let you down – sooner rather than later.  Skill and planning based on knowledge will consistently give the results you want. By Bill Miller
 

Rock Concert Photography

It has sometimes been said that photographs of sweaty rock bands are a cliché, predictable in their lowness of art. But it doesn't have to be that way. Found out how to avoid the cliché. By Lisa J. Young.
 
The Glamour Photographer's Notebook:
Oops! Did I Say Something Wrong? by Gene Copas