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The Referent Part 4 - Creating Art

There are no mistakes in art, only attempts - and why that changes everything about how you create.
Alain Briot

Alain Briot

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September 15, 2025

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7 minutes read


Photography Isn’t Creative
Camera & Technology

Photography Isn’t Creative

Photography isn’t creative. I know, those are fighting words. Please put down the pitch forks for a few minutes and let me explain the distinction I see.
Ed Schlotzhauer

Ed Schlotzhauer

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August 1, 2025

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7 minutes read


El-Max Lighthouse, Alexandria, Egypt
Photographer Profiles

Reader Image Critique: Mastering Smooth Gradients in Blue Hour Photography

Learn how to eliminate color banding and create silky-smooth sky gradients in your blue hour photography with proven capture and post-processing techniques.
Jon Swindall

Jon Swindall

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July 30, 2025

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4 minutes read


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Techniques

Our Brain Dictates How We See: Our Eyes Are Only The Lens

What if the key to a ‘good’ photo isn’t what you see—but what your brain expects to see? Learn the psychology behind memorable photography.
David Osborn

David Osborn

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July 18, 2025

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7 minutes read


Exposure Compensation
Techniques

What Is Exposure Compensation? When to Use (And When NOT to Use) EV Settings

Ever wondered if you actually need that +/- exposure compensation dial? Let's explore when it helps - and when ditching it might make you a better photographer.
Jon Swindall

Jon Swindall

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July 17, 2025

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11 minutes read


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Camera & Technology

Polarizing Filters: The Science Behind Clearer, More Vibrant Photos

Why should you use a polarizing filter? How do you use a polarizing filter?
Jon Swindall

Jon Swindall

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July 8, 2025

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11 minutes read


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DYE TRANSFER: THE ULTIMATE COLOR PRINT

Dye Transfer: The Crown Jewel of Photographic Printing
Jon Swindall

Jon Swindall

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May 20, 2025

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11 minutes read


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Color Theory in Landscape Photography: Creating Emotional Impact

Use Color to Create Landscapes Your Viewers Will Feel, Not Just See
Jon Swindall

Jon Swindall

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May 9, 2025

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18 minutes read