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How to pack and use photography gear to survive a burning man festival
Dan Lior
I created the video “WE ARE MIDBURN” because I have always been fascinated by the culture and the people that belong to the Burning Man...
The New the Old and the Vintage – Nikon’s ‘Worst’ & ‘Best’ Zoom Lens Comparison
Jake Hicks
I’m going to preface this by saying that this isn’t a lens review article, there are many photographers better suited for this topic, so if...
Photography fun with a crystal ball
Bruce Lovelace
Have you ever seen an interesting photo of a clear globe and wondered how to create such an image? This article will give you a...
Plagiarism is for Amateurs
Missy Mwac
I’m fussy today. And it’s not because I ran out of coffee; it’s not because I didn’t get a proper night’s sleep, and it’s not...
This Camera Ensures a Photo Finish at the Olympics
Allen Murabayashi
Since 1932, vaunted Swiss watchmaker Omega has served as Official Timekeeper at the Olympic Games 26 times. This year at the Rio Olympics, Omega is...
My camera equipment was stolen from my locked car and the insurance didn’t cover it
Mads Peter Iversen
Dear photography community. I am writing this post to warn you. Warn you about two things! We live in a modern age with crazy technology –...
How Photographers Should Use Instagram Stories
Philip Anderson Edsel
Well it’s here, and whether you like it or not, Instagram’s new Stories feature is taking direct aim at Snapchat and the minutia of our...
Your guide to photographing a meteor shower
Thomas O'Brien
Photographing a meteor shower is more like photographing a time-lapse than traditional still photos. You can never anticipate where or when a meteor is going...
Shooting With a Nintendo Game Boy Camera from 1998
Theo Acworth
A little while ago I spotted a Nintendo Game Boy Camera in a second hand shop and my eyebrows went up. It looked pretty jazzy,...
15 Street Photography Techniques and Tips
Eric Kim
Hey streettogs, if you want to learn some practical tips and techniques when shooting on the streets, check out the video, or read more to...