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Photographing the desert southwest can be tricky. If you follow the basic rules, however, the difference in creating a simple, but elegant photo can be astounding. Read more»
One thing I get asked a lot is "How come your pictures pop and mine don't?" The answer is quite simple, but like any hobby, it just takes practice. It's not about the camera or the equipment, it's all in how you take the picture. You'll only need the newest and greatest digital camera if you've managed to master everything below it while also looking for the challenge of learning how to bring even more control into your photos. Read more»
The Art of Backlighting
by Phil McDermott | April 21, 2004 Tags: backlighting, nature photography, stock photography, nature pictures, photographer, Scotland, natural history, environment, photolibrary, galleries, landscapes, abstract, commission, fine art, prints, cards, photos |
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Contrary to popular belief stunning nature pictures can be taken when shooting into the light. Whilst this may contradict advice given to beginners to always shoot with the light coming from behind the camera the art of backlighting is a technique that can produce wonderful nature photography. Read more»
Patterns in Nature
by Phil McDermott | April 21, 2004 Tags: patterns, patterns in nature, macro, nature photography, stock photography, nature pictures, photographer, Scotland, natural history, environment, photolibrary, galleries, landscapes, abstract, commission, fine art, prints, cards, photos |
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"Always remember the importance of detail". I can still clearly hear these words that were repeatedly drummed home by my college lecturer. Whilst they seemed unimportant and irrelevant to me at the time, they have over the years taken on a much greater significance and have become ingrained in my philosophy. Read more»
Close Ups in Nature Photography
by Phil McDermott | April 21, 2004 Tags: close up, macro, nature photography, stock photography, nature pictures, photographer, Scotland, natural history, environment, photolibrary, galleries, landscapes, abstract, commission, fine art, prints, cards, photos |
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Without doubt there is something awe inspiring and wholesome in the big view. Every year there are vast arrays of calendars all full of pretty landscape and nature pictures adorning our high street shops. Many we can relate to and one day would like to see for ourselves. Read more»
Snow reflects back whatever color is in the sky. Here are some thoughts on how to maximize these hues in the final photo. Read more»
A key to good landscape photography is knowing when to use a polarizing filter. But sometimes predicting the exact results of a polarizer can be tricky, and the only way to do so is to put it on a lens and have a look. Read more»
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