Winter can be a beautiful time of the year, and despite the colder temperatures, many photographers find inspiration in their surroundings to get out and take some amazing pictures.
Now's a good time to revisit the Exposure Triangle as the season has changed into Autumnal equinox, which also means a change in outdoor lighting and sceneries that will entice a l... Read More...
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BY Michelle Tree January 20, 2019 Learning, Quick Tips
Winter can be a beautiful time of the year, and despite the colder temperatures, many photographers find inspiration in their surroundings to get out and take some amazing pictures.
BY Ross Chevalier January 10, 2019 Articles, Learning
Well done! You’re now aware of the capabilities of your new camera and know where to find what you don’t know or cannot remember in the manual. That’s awesome and you’re ready to move on to next steps.
Instagram is a phenomenon that has already surpassed Twitter in users. In addition to being a photo-sharing app for smartphone users, it has become a vibrant social network. While some users have smartphones with advanced camera capabilities that produce quality images, most do not.
With the holiday season behind us and everything returning to normal, now is a great time to take a look at your holiday videos and consolidate them into a presentable form that you can share easily, and enjoy for years to come.
BY Ross Chevalier December 30, 2018 Gear
A new camera is a wonderful thing. It doesn’t have to be brand new, it could be gently used, it could be handed to you from a family member, wherever it came from, you have it now. It could be a DSLR, it could even be a home security camera for apartment! So the next question is what do you do?
BY Ross Chevalier December 23, 2018 Lenses
Here’s everything you need to know about telephoto lenses and how to choose one that best suits your photographic needs!
BY Ross Chevalier December 20, 2018 Learning
One of the most effective tools to better your photography is also one of the most inexpensive.
BY Ross Chevalier December 14, 2018 Learning
When my editor sent me this topic, I have to admit that I asked myself if there really were that many ways to photograph the holidays and holiday related events. It was quite a challenge to come up with some reasonable candidates, so here we go. 1. 360 Degree Family Gatherings 360 cameras are easy to use and most deliver great results with no fuss, no muss. Put one on a stand or hang it from a ceiling (you can rotate the footage later) and use your smartphone to wirelessly […]
BY Ross Chevalier December 12, 2018 Landscapes
When trying out activities mentioned in this article, please follow COVID-19 guidelines and directives for your area. Canadian landscapes and wildlife are natural subjects to capture any time of the year, but Winter provides unique photo and video opportunities like no other season. Despite the frosty temperatures, many photographers find inspiration in their surroundings to get out of their comfort zone – both in terms of photography and the warm indoors – and make some amazing photos (with the help of Mother Nature!). In this article, we’ll revisit some of […]
BY Ross Chevalier December 7, 2018 Learning, Quick Tips
As the holidays approach, many cultures celebrate this time with the use of bright and colourful outdoor lighting.