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What form will the next revolution in photography take? I don’t think it will be the tools. I think it will be the art itself. Here are my thoughts.

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Photography seems to go through revolutions every few decades as new things emerge to shake up the way we do things. When is that next revolution …

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There is a lot of buzz about the death of prints—but they’re not going anywhere soon. Here are my thoughts on why they’re here to stay.

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Color can be a powerful storytelling tool if we pause to give it some consideration. Here are my thoughts on wielding color…

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Welcome back to the Photography Clips podcast. Finding a way to live with your images is a valuable way to learn more about your photography. See how you react to them over time to learn how to improve them…

How is it that the world’s best photographers can come up with an endless number of amazing ideas? In this episode, I’ll talk about this creative process.

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Digital photography as we know it has only been around for about two decades. In truth, however, its origins go much deeper than that. The 1990s saw …

Our unthinking minds may be sending us signals that we hardly register as we go about life—but we should pay attention to those signals as potential …

We know that a photography trip is an essential part of the photographer’s lifestyle. It is, in fact, one of the best ways to create art simply because it eliminates distraction. It’s good practice, of course, to have a …

It’s tempting to pack up the camera and stay home during the winter, but this is a great time of year to take photos. Here are some ideas to get you started.

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One of the most common pieces of photographic wisdom is a piece of wisdom I’ve given out many times myself: To develop your personal photographic …

We spend a lot of time focusing on the single image but truthfully, for a lot of us at least, photography projects are probably a bigger deal than …

Life has a way of changing our perspectives. As time goes by, all kinds of things happen. We experience joys, successes, failures, tragedies, we learn new things—and all of it helps us to grow and changes not only how …

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Change is inevitable in photography. How we handle it is interesting. Here are more of my thoughts on goals, change, and how we may learn about our creativity.

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Photographers collect a lot of stuff over the years, from cameras to prints and negatives. Do we really need to keep it all? Here are my thoughts!

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We can blame many things for failed photographs, but the problem usually isn’t outside circumstances. Read more of my thoughts on this here.

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Experiential art is the act of creating art through the lens of our own experience—and it’s a great way to create what hasn’t been done before.

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We can classify photography in any number of ways—and the difference between active and passive photography is one of them. Learn more about these methods here...

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Adaptability—The ability to be adaptable—is one of the key parts of being a photographer. There are a few different ways to look at this, too. Being flexible can apply to the day-to-day vagaries, to the things that we …

Sometimes creativity is all about having a positive mindset—which can be challenging! Here are my thoughts on maintaining that mindset.

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Photographic opportunities can be fleeting. It’s on us to take these opportunities as much as we can so that we don’t miss all that potential.

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Sometimes experiencing people, getting to know them, leads to photographic opportunities. Here are thoughts on how people can inspire...

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Sometimes we forget that content really is the universal truth—and that leads us to spending too much time on the details. More on my thoughts here.

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With camera reviews on the wane, what will bloggers talk about next? Maybe this is a signal that it’s time to return to the creative side of things.

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That old “jack of all trades, master of none” mentality could limit us as photographers. Here are my thoughts on the benefits of broadening your …

Now here’s a photography clip… Looking for the unusual is what photographers do, and looking for unusual categories can help you create projects. Here are thoughts to help you get started.

Once we hang a piece of art, it often remains in place for years. Wouldn’t it be nice to change art often for more variety? Here are some ideas… …

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The more elements in a photograph, the more difficult it is to organize. But I think it can benefit us to rise to this challenge and organize the …

Our digital archives have a tendency to gather virtual dust, but they could be filled with buried treasures. Here are my thoughts on unearthing those …

What is the deeper meaning behind the marketing term, “humanizing your brand?” It means actually being a person in order to make genuine connections.

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The true test of photographic skill is to be able to make the extraordinary from the ordinary. Read more about my thoughts on this here.

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We maintain our equipment, but we sometimes forget about the most important tool of all: Ourselves. Here are my thoughts on good health to promote …

Texture is an easy thing to overlook in many photographs, but it can make or break an image. Here are my thoughts on how to look at texture.

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Goals are the guideposts that take us along our photographic journey. Let me show you how setting objectives for yourself helps you achieve mastery.

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Productivity aside, there is value to be had in the journey. Sometimes simply wandering may be the best thing—and today, I’ll show you why right here on the Photography Clips Podcast…

Art is not about the tools, whatever marketers have to say about it. Look at it from the perspective of a writer and you’ll see what I mean...

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The devil is in the details, as they say, and we photographers don’t always notice the little distractions around the edges. Join me today on the Photography Clips Podcast and I’ll share some thoughts on this…

What are your reasons for liking or disliking a photograph? There are many reasons why we make these decisions—and some require more thought than others!

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Perspective is one of those crucial elements that can turn something ordinary into something extraordinary. Join me today on the Photography Clips Podcast as I share my thoughts on using perspective well…

As a photographer, it’s important to step outside your comfort zone and rise to challenges. That’s the best way to push yourself, learn new things, and grow.

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Shadows ... We think of photography as the art of painting with light—but we paint in shadow, too. Here are some thoughts that might give you a new perspective.

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We need to learn the rules so that we can learn the basics. But once you’ve learned the rules well enough? Then it becomes OK to break them when …

Sometimes the emphasis is necessary for photography, but it’s not so easy as adding an exclamation point. Here are thoughts to help you get your point across…

Paying for photography reviews might result in a brief flash of attention. But lasting popularity comes from photographs designed to promote …

Empathy may just be one of the largest factors that makes one into a better photographer. Here are my thoughts on how you can channel this into your images…

Creating art is no easy feat when adversity strikes. If you can find a way to create anyway, you can channel that adversity into powerful …

Classical works teach us that art has timeless value—and that includes photography. This is why we spend time with images in order to fully …

It’s easy to create a cookie cutter website with templates. But when art is supposed to be uniquely ours, shouldn’t we display it on unique websites, …

There are many techniques, like overexposure, that can look like mistakes when they’re not done right. Here’s how to use them so they look purposeful!

Daily photography is a good habit to form if you can make time for it! It keeps us sharp and increases the odds of making something fantastic.

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We’ll talk about the best photographs are the ones with deep layers of meaning. It takes thought to find these layers—and to create images featuring this depth…

We often work hard to reproduce reality perfectly—but we’re not bound to do so. There’s value to bending reality if it lends shades of emotion to a photograph.

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Should photographers offer explanations of their art, or should interpretation be entirely on the viewer? Perhaps the middle ground is the right …

Planning is an essential part of the photographer’s routine. But when we can make time for it, experimentation has a lot of benefits to offer us.

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We all have favorite photographers who influence our work. But ultimately, each of us must grow beyond our role models to create the art only we can …

Is the solution to our limitations to invest in a new piece of gear? Or is it more a matter of finding creative solutions using the equipment we have …

There are as many motivations as there are photographers. Question is, are you creating well-intentioned photographs, or creating for another reason?

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We don’t think of old age as having many benefits, but it does! We grow wiser, and through patience or other means, we slow down to observe the world.

There isn’t any accounting for taste, although photographers can try to follow mass appeal. But is this the wise choice instead of following your …

We often give photographs a passing glance when searching for something to study. But is it worthwhile to dig deeper even when images don’t initially grab us?

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No matter who you ask, every photographer will have a different answer as to what they prize most highly. Today I’ll talk about the most valuable resource of them all.

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Photography is an interesting art in that we blur the lines between mediums more so than most. Today I’ll share my thoughts on this, and you’ll see what I mean!

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Spotlighting is an often-overlooked technique, which is a shame because there are many, many different creative ways to put single light sources to work.

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Photographers love to tell stories about where, how, and why their photographs were made. And that begs the question, shouldn’t our images speak for …

Weather! It’s one of the biggest struggles any photographer will face. When it doesn’t cooperate, we have to be creative enough to work with what it gives us.

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It’s exciting to be able to print photographs at extremely large sizes. But is it always necessary? Today I’ll talk about the images that can benefit …

Photography is really a way of projecting our personal perspectives onto the world. That’s what makes each image from every photographer unique.

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Brain training is a popular fad nowadays, and there are ways to train your creative brain, too! Today I’ll talk about how to activate your brains …

Generalizing and stereotyping is viewed as a bad thing. But generalizing is a lot of what photographers do. We just need to be conscientious and do …

Photography is really a way of projecting our personal perspectives onto the world. That’s what makes each image from every photographer unique.

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Order or chaos… Those are the two most common ways to approach nature photography. But what is stopping you from experimenting with a balance of both?

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Art forms beyond photography can teach us so much about how to create images. Here are a few examples and some things you can learn from them.

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Where photography is concerned, it truly is possible to create whatever you can imagine. Here are some ways to get your creative ideas flowing...

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Are you truly photographing the things you love, or are you unknowingly letting trends guide you? Here are some thoughts to help you find out.

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Technical skill helps create a good photograph, but even perfect images can lack meaning. Use these questions to find meaning in every image you create.

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Making a powerful image requires the ability to remove unessential information from the frame. Here are some thoughts that will help you achieve …

Social media plays a huge role in our lives these days, and it’s also one of our biggest drains on time. Here are some ways to kick the social media …

Will photographic prints eventually go extinct? There are challenges ahead, but they’ll never go out of fashion completely! Here are a few of my thoughts.

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Series projects are a valuable tool, even for photographers that prefer singular images. Here are a few thoughts on why working on collections can be …

What kind of photographer are you? There are two different ways to go about it as well as variations in between. Listen on and you’ll see exactly what I mean! … Right Here on the Photography Clips Podcast!

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Why carry around a gear bag full of prime lenses when one or two zoom lenses will give you the same focal range without sacrificing quality?

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Content is king in photography, but maybe not quite in the way you think. It’s the emotional content that counts, the pieces of ourselves that we pour into it.

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Wynn Bullock was a man of many philosophies, someone who combined learning with art to produce inspired imagery. Learn more about his life and work …

We sometimes fall into the trap of doing things the hard way just to say that we did. But, viewers rarely get to hear the story of an image’s creation. Listen in as I talk about the biggest questions… we must always ask …

Critiquing is a difficult process! It’s easy to overlook the photographer’s vision for the image. In today’s episode, I’ll answer this question so …

Trends are always coming and going. While there is pressure to follow them, ultimately, it’s up to you whether or not to follow whatever is current.

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Ok, Cooperation among photographers is wonderful, but when teams form around brands, genres, or other parts of photography, this can limit creative …

Once the technical learning is done, that’s when it may feel like the learning is over. But that’s when your photographic journey is just beginning.

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Digital photography is a modern convenience but beyond that, it has also improved art itself. Here are some of the ways we've improved our art with digital!

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Is photography dying as an art form? I don’t think so, and here are my arguments against the idea…

How does one create unique art in an age when everything has already been photographed? Listen on for the answer…

Second chances to revisit our favorite places are wonderful. But everything is subject to change, so we can’t take those second chances for granted.

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Today, with limitless digital storage, there’s no reason to limit photography projects to just a few images. Pursue a project to its natural conclusion!

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Photography is all about thought and reflection. That’s why we should be encouraging discussion on social media rather than simply clicking the like …

Anchor shots… they are the most important part of a series. You never know when you could create a series, so it’s a good idea to make anchor shots a …

What are your photographic goals? If you’re having trouble deciding, here are some insights about various goals and what it takes to achieve them!

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Though many articles want you to believe that there are quick fixes to turn subpar images into artwork, the truth is that there is no easy way to make art.

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Giving constructive critique is just as much of a learning experience as receiving critiques. Here are a few tips that will help you give helpful …

He was Life Magazine’s most well-known photographer. Not only that, but he was also an adventure photographer, just by the nature of his job. His …

Constructive criticism is a great way to improve your photography, but critiques can be hard to take. Here are some tips to help you get the most from critiques.

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In this episode, we’re moving past the decisive moment to learn a little bit more about Henri Cartier-Bresson and the lessons he can teach us. Here are a few examples.

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Artmaking is about transmitting information from artists to viewers. Here are some thoughts about how you can more easily make these all-important connections.

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What does it take to tell a meaningful story? Study the life and work of this famous photographer and you'll chance upon some important answers to …

Photography is not something that sets kids apart from their peers, but rather something they can take pride in. Listen on to learn about this vital lesson!

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He was one of the top Master of Landscape Photography in the world. Starting out as a hobbyist as a teenager, he moved to professional ambition by …

If you're teaching photography to children, then here are the advanced composition techniques and camera tricks that you'll want to teach them.

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He was the founding father of the modern backpacking movement. He was the first known person to go solo into the wilderness for long periods of time, …

Teaching children about photography is fun for both you and the kids. Here are the intermediate lessons that you'll need to teach to young photographers.

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Josef Sudek was a famous Czech photographer who is best known for his haunting photographs of Nazi-occupied and post-war Prague. Wounded as a soldier …

Are you wondering how to go about teaching photography to a child? I'll make it easy for you to teach children all about the art of photography in this episode.

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We can learn a lot from the life and times of this famous photographer. Dozens of things though the most important lessons deal with the way he approached portraiture…

Harry Benson is the most famous pop culture photographer of modern times, and possibly the most famous cultural photographer, as well. He has …

Lewis Carroll, whose real name was Charles Lutwidge Dodgson, was the 3rd of 11 children, a writer, teacher, photographer, mathematician, logician, …

Galen Rowell was a famous nature and outdoor adventure photographer, as well as an accomplished mountaineer. An avid mountain climber from a young age, he turned this love into a remarkable career in photography and …

Distractions can be a drain on creativity, and they’re all around us. Here are some ways to minimize distractions so that you can focus on photography!

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He was a famous 20th century photographer who was known for his pioneering work in high detail photography. His personal life was tempestuous, as …

The mind, just like the body, needs exercise to stay sharp and fit. Fortunately, there are lots of great ways for photographers to exercise their creativity!

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Ansel Adams is a well-known name in photography, but how much is known about the man himself? He is America’s best known black-and-white nature photographer, a passionate conservationist, and even had a strong talent …

What are some ways to get a child interested in photography? There are lots of things you can try to build a kid’s interest. Here are my favorite suggestions!

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What is it that has moved you to create photographs in the past? Can you repeat the experience? Here are some thoughts to help you find sources of inspiration.

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She was one of America’s first documentary photographers and the very first American female war correspondent. In this position, she took some truly …

Photography is purely a visual experience. However, there are ways to evoke the other senses, which will make for a richer, fuller viewing experience.

Online photography viewing can be problematic. Photography magazines are one way to expose yourself to new art in a setting that invites you to linger.

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Patience is not only a virtue among photographers, but a requirement. No matter how frustrating things become, keep searching for creative opportunities!

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Hype and negativity can lead you astray when shopping for new gear. Don’t let these things stop you from buying what works best for your needs!

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Photography is full of limitations. It’s our job to find ways to work around them rather than allowing ourselves to be limited by the tools at our …

Photographers are always striving to create something new. But we shouldn’t discount the value that comes with the occasional second take...

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Our creative side doesn’t always awake immediately. Sometimes it just takes patience. Here are thoughts to prevent discouragement while you wait.

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Can video take the place of burst mode? Perhaps, depending on what you plan to do with the images — and almost certainly in the future as technology …

Building buzz around a photo project before it is completed could be harmful to your reputation. Here are my thoughts on social media for …

Photographers so often believe that new and unusual locales are the secret to success. But art comes from within, not necessarily your surroundings.

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Atmosphere is important to photography, but not in the way that you think. This is what shifts your thoughts and feelings to align best with your surroundings.

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Portraits are often static, like a still-life, featuring neutral looks. But they don’t have to be. Get your subject animated to add life to your portraits!

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The dream is to display our images under ideal conditions. This isn’t always possible, so we need to design photographs to hold beauty no matter what.

It’s important to ask ourselves what we want from photography. When we can answer that question, we know what course to take toward the future.

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What’s all the buzz about megapixels? Here are some thoughts to clear up the confusion so you can decide whether your camera needs more megapixels.

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Those familiar places you’ve frequented with a camera in hand don’t have to be boring. If you’re willing to look, there are always new photographs to …

There are all kinds of ways to find subjects for photography. Sometimes the best way is to start with the setting, let life happen, and see what comes of it.

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Online culture has taught us to flip through images quickly. But the good images are worth a double-take. Too, we should create images with this in …

Are you afraid to tread the same ground other photographers have walked? No need to worry because your photographic fingerprint sets your images apart.

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Photographers tend to steer clear of labeling themselves as generalists. But could specialization prove limiting? Here are some of my thoughts on …

Worries about choosing the right place to take a photographic trip are common, but they shouldn’t be! Everywhere has something worth photographing.

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It’s not gear or exotic destinations that make us successful photographers. It’s the persistence to keep going out into the field, taking photographs …

Is it possible that we spend too much time mulling the future instead of creating today? Here are some thoughts about balancing creativity with …

There are lots of quick creative workouts you can do daily to keep your mind in shape. Try this simple workout to help keep your creative mind at its sharpest.

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The digital age comes with a loss of creative control when it comes to displaying our photographs. These quick thoughts might help you remedy that …

Think more creatively, become more creative? It works, I think! Here are some thoughts on how creative thought can make you a better photographer.

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There are lots of ways to choose print sizes. Perhaps one important consideration should be different composition types and how we tend to view them.

What are the hidden costs of photography? There are lots, and they’re lurking where you least expect them! Here are some thoughts to help you find them.

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Is it possible to create a photograph that doesn’t fit into any genre? Maybe, maybe not, but the pursuit of such an image could be worthwhile.

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Could zooming way in or zooming way out be a solution to those unproductive days in the field? Here’s a quick thought to help you make the most of …

Failure is part of being a photographer, and sometimes looking at digital negatives feels like failure. We must remember that they’re actually successes.

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Is it the gear that makes art? Or is it the photographer’s creative skill? It’s time to forget about the gear and instead, focus on the mind that wields it.

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Is it possible that we can apply the lessons of musicians to photography? Here’s a quick thought to help you add emotion to your photographs.

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It’s tough to take photos every day, but there are lots of little ways you can work photography into a busy life. Here are a few ideas to get you started!

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Today we'll talk about the photographer, the challenge in producing an image may seem like an important aspect. However, to viewers, content, and meaning is what really matters. Right here on the Will Moneymaker …

Sometimes, breaking rules better serves a photograph. Experienced photographers know that the rules are best followed most of the time, but not …

Photography is about control, which is how we create perfect images. Today, I’ll talk about automatic camera functions and how they can free your …

One holdover from the days of film is our tendency to take fewer photos. Join me today as we look into the digital age… we now have a lot more leeway …

Random acts of photography are a great way to jumpstart your creativity and see things in new ways. Join me today as we check out new ideas to randomize your photo forays… Right here on the Will Moneymaker Photography …

With the boom in digital imagery, will physical prints fade into obscurity? Or is the reverse true? Join me today, as I talk about the value of prints versus digital files… Right here on the Will Moneymaker Photography …

In today’s episode let’s talk about how you can use your camera to take photos to support a good cause. Right here on the Will Moneymaker Photography Podcast.

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Does realism have an advantage over the fantastical in photography? Both forms of art are valid, and each has its own value to photographers and viewers.  Let’s broaden this discussion to learn the value of both styles.

Are you looking for an alternative to big, bulky tripods? This nifty little compact gadget that may be exactly what you need. Join me today as I …

With the right gear and ideas, flower photography can be a lot of fun! Here are a few thoughts that will help you get beautiful floral photographs. …

Should you publish a photography book? For some photographers, this may be the answer. I’ll give an overview of the things you’ll need to know to …

We’re taught that the subject is the important part of an image, but the relationships between subjects and other elements are what makes photos interesting.  Let’s take a look at some of the most common types of …

Artists have used the artistic study for centuries to hone their skills in preparation for a completed work. Find out why photographers should use …

There are many different ways to approach your ISO setting. In rare cases, some photographers will deliberately use high ISO settings to achieve an …

What does it mean for a photographer to be jaded? It’s a problem that hampers creativity, but the fix is easy. Continue listening as we find that joy again… Right Here on the Will Moneymaker Photography Podcast.

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The problem with ISO – in both film and digital photography – is that the higher you go, the more “grain” or “noise” the final image will have. In film, this is caused by larger grains of silver halide becoming more …

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That’s all it takes. If you do any kind of creative work, then you know exactly what I’m talking about. It’s those interruptions that break into whatever it is that you happen to be in deep thought …

If you think of exposure like a triangle, shutter speed and aperture are two points on that triangle. ISO is the third – and least understood – point. Throughout history, ISO has been called by many names – ASA, GE, DIN …

If you plan to spend the whole day at the zoo, you probably don’t want to lug around a large equipment bag. You’ll need two things from your lenses: …

It’s a universal truth: In order to be at your creative best, you need to be at your physical best. It’s something that I’ve heard across so many mediums. Everyone from photographers to writers say that they’re more …

The biggest mistake that some photographers make is going to the zoo on a weekend, during the middle of the day. If you pick the wrong time to go, you’ll spend an undue amount of time-fighting crowds to take photos of …

Art always seems like such a planned event. It’s a production. We think about our ideas, we jot them down, we plan and plan for how we can take the perfect photograph. Then comes the day when we actually set out to take …

Discussion of good images and bad often led to talks about gear. Gear isn’t what makes the image. It’s just a tool. Join me today as I talk about the …

Our archives aren’t the only things we should be looking at. Consider some of the subjects you photographed in those early years. I know that the …

There are several good reasons to revisit your archives from time to time. For one thing, your archives serve as a record that tracks the progression of your skills. You’ll also have the opportunity to see how your …

Discussion of good images and bad often led to talks about gear. Gear isn’t what makes the image. It’s just a tool. Join me the next time as I talk …

As photographers, we are on a never-ending quest to create something new and unusual. After so many years of taking photos, you more than likely have terabytes of archived raw files or boxes upon boxes of negatives – …

Once you’ve judged your image for technical and artistic quality, the final step is to evaluate the photo’s emotional impact. First, ask yourself: Will other people find something of emotional value in this image? For …

What is the photographer’s voice? And more importantly, what does it mean to express that voice? In today’s episode, share a short essay that I wrote …

To critique your own work, you first need to develop a system for looking at your work from a fresh perspective. I usually find that the best way to do this is to simply walk away from the computer. Leave your images …

Photography projects are a lot of work, often spanning weeks, months or years to complete. And, you’ll find lots of tips on how to plan and structure your project — the gear that you’ll need, the list of shots that you …

We all have lots of old ideas laying around in the form of handwritten notes or archives. Today, I’ll share some thoughts that may help you use some …

If you’ve ever been to mid-range or high-end galleries, then you’ll know exactly what I’m talking about. The cost of a photographic print is sometimes astronomical, unaffordable to all but the wealthiest people. …

The Rookery is one of the most recognizable office buildings in Chicago, and for good reason. Join me today as we look at this beautiful building and …

Seeing something new in a subject that has been photographed thousands of times takes an incredible depth of knowledge about that subject. Let’s say that you’re in the woods, and you’ve found a rushing stream that you’d …

How valuable is the print in today’s world of digital devices and online photo sharing? That is a question I’ll tackle in today’s episode.

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The first step is to look at art – lots of it. Don’t limit yourself to specific genres, subjects or time periods. Look at antique daguerreotypes and …

You’ll often hear this philosophy by another name: the photographer’s eye. And, indeed, there is a book of the same name by John Szarkowski that uses examples of history’s most famous photographs to teach and inspire …

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