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Nature Photographer Thomas Heaton Reveals His Secrets for Shooting Spectacular Seascapes (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Mar 23, 2017

British nature photographer Thomas Heaton says his images “are all about telling a story,” and in the video below he shares some great tips and tricks so that you can do likewise the next time you’re out shooting seascapes.

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Learn How to Brighten Eyes in Photoshop in Less than One Minute (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Mar 23, 2017

We all know that portraits often live or die depending upon how the subject’s eyes are rendered. In the simple video below you’ll learn how to use Photoshop to brighten eyes in less than a minute.

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Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Aperture But Were Afraid to Ask (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Mar 23, 2017

Most photographers understand the interaction between aperture settings (f/stops) and shutter speeds for arriving at proper exposures. But in the basic tutorial below you’ll learn why aperture settings also play an important role in composition, setting up your shot, and much more.

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How to Shoot Pretty Portraits with a Compact Camera; Manny Ortiz Strips It Down With the Sony RX100 V
Ron Leach  |  Mar 22, 2017

Most photographers think of “golden hour” as prime time for capturing stunning sunrises and sunsets, and know it’s important to get there early to set up their shot. But as you’ll see in the video below, the sweet early morning and late day light also provides a great opportunity for portraits.

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Look at These Spectacular Images of the “Underwater Northern Lights” by Nature Shooter Brett Chatwin
Ron Leach  |  Mar 22, 2017

Brett Chatwin is an amateur nature photographer based in Tasmania, and he captured these stunning images of a rare phenomenon known as the “Underwater Northern Lights.”

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Here Are 10 Great Tips & Tricks for Making Precise Selections & Masks in Photoshop (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Mar 22, 2017

Cutting out objects in Photoshop can be a difficult and time-consuming process, especially if you want to do it right. But the detailed video below will turn you into a pro at making precise selections and masks.

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This Functioning Twin Lens Instant LEGO Camera Was Made from an Old Yashica and a Fujifilm Instax Mini
Ron Leach  |  Mar 21, 2017

Everyone loves a fun DIY project, and this one spans a couple generations of camera technology. Ingenious Hong Kong photographer Albertino Tam was able to cobble together a fully functioning twin lens instant camera using parts from a vintage Yashica, a modern Fujifilm Instax Mini instant camera, and a bunch of LEGO blocks.

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BBC Camera Crew Makes a Harrowing Descent When Mt. Etna Blows Its Lid (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Mar 21, 2017

Mt. Etna, located on the Italian coast, is Europe’s tallest active volcano and is in an almost constant state of activity. In the dramatic video below, you’ll see a BBC camera crew and several tourists make a harrowing escape when Etna exploded last Thursday and spewed hot steam and molten rocks on the group.

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Are You New to Photoshop? Learn How to Make “Layers” Your Friend in Just 15 Minutes (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Mar 21, 2017

According to image-editing instructor Anthony Morganti, “Layers” represents the “bedrock of Photoshop.” If you’re unsure about how to use this powerful tool fear not, because after watching the 15-minute video below you’ll feel much more confident about your skills.

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Three Photographers Are Forced out of Their Comfort Zones to Shoot the Same Model (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Mar 20, 2017

A while back we shared a viral video in which six photographers shot the same model with widely varying results, partly because they were given false information about the person being photographed. The video below was inspired by that challenge and resulted in quite a creative experience.

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