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Techniques

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


Main story picture Bernini Fountain Rome
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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Techniques

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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Techniques

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


Shoot Like Wes
Photographer Profiles

Wes Anderson's Visual Playbook for Photographers

Elevate your photography by embracing the thoughtful intention behind cinema's most recognizable visual aesthetic.
Jon Swindall

Jon Swindall

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May 7, 2025

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9 minutes read