Wildlife & Nature: The 5th Exposure Mode
Jim Austin Jimages shows how AUTO-ISO plus Manual can be a flexible choice for wildlife photography, and why this 5th exposure mode is an effective approach to better exposures with [read more]
2019
What Is Photography?: A Winogrand Vision
I’m A Photographer: Gary Winogrand’s Quotes “When I’m photographing, I don’t see a picture; I see faces.” “The contest between content and form– that’s the problem you state.” “I’m a [read more]
What is Slow Photography? A Tool Kit
Photography writer, educator, and workshop leader Jim Austin Jimages shares seven core tips in a toolkit for slow photography. “Slow Photography is the experience of an intentional, attentive, mindful, timeless [read more]
Best Point and Shoot Camera
The best point and shoot cameras today occupy a narrow space between encroaching smartphone technology on the one hand, and ever more compact Mirrorless and DSLR cameras on the other. [read more]
Shoot for Spirit, But Don’t Let Gear Interfere
“The intent and purpose of photography is to render in visual terms feelings and experiences that often elude the ability of words to describe. In any case, the eyes have [read more]
ON1: Testing The Haze Slider
The Develop Module inside ON1 Photo RAW 2019 is the programs main engine. Under its Develop Module, there is a HAZE slider, located under the “Overall Settings” tab. After adjusting [read more]
The Art of Macro
Nature is my beloved. Her minute creatures offer visions and whisper seeds of wisdom. We learn to listen with our cameras and our minds. Loving her small beings, we can [read more]
Facebook Groups For Photographers
Facebook is a vast ocean of photographic imagery. Can beginning photographers capture something of value from the depths of this huge social media site? We all have our views on [read more]
Camera ISO – What Does it Mean?
Camera ISO forms part of the “exposure triad”, along with shutter speed and lens aperture. When used together, these three elements allow the photographer to control the brightness of a [read more]
TRAVEL: Photo Walk in Charleston
IN THE OLD CITY Take your camera into Charleston’s old city and stroll along its streets. As you take photographs, imagine the echoes of footfalls of those who worshiped, fought [read more]
Mirrorless Camera
It’s only recently that Mirrorless cameras have come to be taken seriously by the professional and prosumer markets. Previously they were viewed as a kind of halfway stage between an [read more]
Understanding Focus in Photography
Focus can make or break an image. And unlike other elements necessary for a successful photo, either the focus is perfect, or it’s not. You might get away with a [read more]
The Best Travel Camera
Travel photography is a broad and diverse genre, potentially encompassing everything from landscapes and still life photography through to street shots and portraits. This means that the best DSLR camera [read more]
Create Your Custom Signature in Photoshop
Your photography brand and logo are important. Make them unique. Creating a custom signature on your photographs was more difficult before Adobe Photoshop tools became available. But now, with a [read more]
DSLR Cameras Explained
DSLR cameras have traditionally been the fastest, the most powerful, and the most versatile photographic system available. Unsurprisingly, this makes DSLRs the tool of choice not only for the majority [read more]