When it comes to exchanging gifts with friends or family members, we really are spoiled for choice. Ironically, this abundance of novel ideas makes it near impossible to hone in on that one perfect gift for a loved one. Whatever you chose, it is always the thoughtful and personal gift ideas that are the most touching and well received. And Continue Reading
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With summer finals out of the way, 17-year-old photographer Ian Komac has devoted his newfound free time to a photo project. Called 60 Days of Summer, the Belgian teen’s manipulated photos give landscapes and everyday objects a whimsical twist. Click to see more of his photos and gain a little inspiration for your own summer photo project.
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The huge strength of the Apple iTunes store is that it features a vast array of apps in virtually any category. Photography is one of the most popular iTunes categories, and with good reason. We’ve already done a very comprehensive post about some of the hottest photography apps on iTunes, but they were all mostly of a serious nature. That Continue Reading
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It’s summer! Time to make some photos with a little help from your pal, Mr. Sunshine!
The bright summer sun can lead to backlighting and harsh shadows, ick.
But, with a little help from the Pocket Reflector you can bounce Sunster’s rays onto your subject for bright even lighting.
Then grab the Inkodye Photo Fabric Dye Kit and paint sun-sensitive dye onto fabric. Expose it in the sun under a photo negative or object (lace! leaves!) for brilliant blue prints.
Now that’s solar power!
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In the app marketplace, it’s a fact that Apple is out in front, mainly thanks to its huge iTunes website. There is literally an endless amount of iPhone apps, including fine serious iPhone photography apps, which we spotlighted not too long ago. However, as far as Android, Google’s smartphone operating system, is concerned, it is catching up faster and faster Continue Reading
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Your handheld device is nothing without apps, that lovely and beautiful software that lets you do much more on your smartphone than just call someone. If you’re a serious photographer, you just can’t pass up the chance to install serious photography apps on your mobile device. They will empower you to engage in your picture-taking passion when you’re on the Continue Reading
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One of the coolest things about Dubai is coming to London this fall. No, not the tower—although it would make a nice little spear for London's gherkin, dontcha think?
Nope, even cooler: Gulf Photo Plus is coming to London on Sept. 28th and 29th. I'll be there. So will Zack and McNally. And Heisler. It's gonna be a nonstop firehose of a weekend.
You can sleep at your desk on Monday.
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File hosting and sharing service Dropbox is becoming an increasingly popular choice for photographers who use the platform to share images. An update launched yesterday for Dropbox’s free iOS app now lets users share multiple photos at once – see what else is new on connect.dpreview.com.
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Have you ever wanted to create a beam of light in a photo using Photoshop? Me neither – but after watching this tutorial I think I’ve found a little project to try – check it out!
Post originally from: Digital Photography Tips.
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How to Create a Beam of Light in a Photo using Photoshop [Video Tutorial]
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[Today’s guide comes from rad photographer and Photojojo buddy, Helena Price!]
If you’re a photographer or aspiring photographer-to-be, building community with other photogs is an essential part of getting your work noticed and building your name in the photo world.
Before being a full-time freelance photographer, I built communities for companies and products for a living, and I’ve been an active part of communities ranging from tech to food to photography.
I’ve distilled down everything I’ve learned over the years into the five fundamental ways to start building and connecting with a photo community.
What is the “photo community,” you ask? It’s however you define it. It’s a big social web of photographers, both online and offline, who know each other, inspire each other, and help each other make the best work they possibly can.
You should most definitely be a part of it, and here’s how.
How to Connect with the Photo Community
p.s. Wanna boost your creativity? Our pals at Maine Media are offering some way cool photography and filmmaking workshops designed for just that.
There are many kinds of photo communities out there, big and small. It’s up to you to decide what part of the photo community you’d like to surround yourself with and why. Is it pro photogs with big fancy cameras? Is it Instagrammers? Is it people in your own town? People who love photographing food, or skateboarding, or music? Go after whatever interests you the most, and see where it takes you.
The easiest way to do this is on the interwebs. Follow folks who create work that inspires you. How to find them, you ask? There are many ways, ranging from googling “awesome food photographers,” to browsing Tumblr’s photographer spotlight or Instagram’s suggested user list. Subscribe to their feeds, watch the way they create and post their work, and take good notes.
For every moment you spend networking, you need to spend double the moments making things. Your photo inspirations are who they are because of the work they’ve created, so go take that inspiration and make some work of your own. By constantly improving and sharing your craft, you’re constantly increasing the likelihood that other people will find and like your work too.
Photo karma is real. In all communities, what you put in will often dictate what you receive down the line. Go like people’s work. Leave genuine, attentive, supportive comments. Don’t post asking for likes or follows, because that’s not what this is all about (and if you haven’t realized by now, people really hate that). Help people spread the word about their projects and exhibitions. If you’re a supportive member of the community and making great work of your own, people will notice you and you’ll soon find support coming back your way.
The easiest way to connect with people in the photo community is to simply send them a note. Find three (or more!) people whose work you love, send them an email/message/comment, and tell them you dig their work. But not in a “I love you FOLLOW ME CHECK OUT MY GALLERY” kind of way. In a genuine, I’m-not-asking-anything-in-return kind of way. You will not only make the recipient’s day, but that person will likely remember your name for a long time to come.
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