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Why you should buy camera gear locally
Everyone loves a bargain, and some popular models are available from online retailers operating out of Asia and the US at prices that might appear to be competitive. But appearances can be deceptive: if it looks too good, it very often is, and there’s a whole range of considerations the canny consumer needs to keep in mind when buying online…
Mechanical vs electronic shutters
The benefits and shortcomings of each shutter type, and when they are best used…
Soft proofing
How to make the image on a monitor screen simulate how an image will appear when printed.
A passion for street
Steve Scalone was about 12 when he picked up a camera for the first time. It was his father’s 1950s Paxette 35mm rangefinder and while the elder Scalone had never really managed to get to grips with it, young Steve just seemed to have an intuitive feel for photographic technology.
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Make your pictures tell the story of your trip
The best way to record trip memories you’ll be proud to share is by using pictures to create a coherent story. This article will help you develop a clear idea of the highlights of your trip and which of them are best to share, be it an online gallery, a slideshow or a photo book.
Colour adjustments with the Curves control
How to use Curves adjustments to control image colour, brightness and contrast.
How to select the right camera settings
Despite all the inbuilt technologies in today’s cameras, some key choices should be made before going on a photo shoot…
Easy ways to create a photobook
Printed books are a great way to store and share a collection of images and preserve valuable photos for future generations. And there are plenty of companies offering online photobook services. This article helps you choose a service provider and takes you through the production process from start to finish…
Is your monitor up to scratch?
Some easy ways to judge whether your monitor performs well enough to be used for image editing…