28mm vs 35mm: Which Focal Length Is Best for Street and Travel Photography?
Which focal length is best for street and travel photography: 28mm or 35mm? If you've been thinking about buying a compact camera but you're not sure if 28mm or 35mm suits your style better, hopefully, this article will help.
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In 4 Minutes: A Must-See Short Film Introducing Simon Murphy's Photoautomat Project
In 4 Minutes is a captivating short film by filmmaker Adam Holmes of Focas Media, in collaboration with renowned photographer Simon Murphy. This thoughtful piece explores Murphy’s Photoautomat project, offering an intimate look at the creative process set amidst the vibrant and gritty streets of Berlin.
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Black and White Photography: Tips and Techniques
Black and white photography leaves only light, shadow, texture, and emotion to tell your story. It’s a deliberate choice that can bring timelessness and drama to your images, making it a valuable tool for portraits, landscapes, and more.
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5 Techniques to Elevate Your Portraits
Many portrait photographers miss opportunities to elevate their work by sticking to the same techniques. Exploring creative lighting, framing, and color choices can make your portraits distinctive and more engaging.
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Why Smaller Sensors Excel in Landscape Photography
Weather and location can make or break a landscape photography session, but the equipment you bring often gets too much credit—or blame. Many believe you need a full frame camera to capture stunning landscapes, but that’s not the case. Smaller sensor systems can deliver exceptional results, even in less-than-ideal conditions.
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How to Add Realistic Fog to Your Images in Lightroom
Fog can transform the mood of an image, creating a sense of depth and drama. While it might seem like a task best suited for specialized editing software, Lightroom Classic provides an easy and flexible way to achieve this.
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A Review of the Unique Leica Q3 43 Camera
The Leica Q3 43 stands out as a premium fixed-lens camera designed for enthusiasts and professionals who prioritize quality over versatility. With a 43mm f/2 lens and Leica’s impeccable craftsmanship, it offers an appealing combination of functionality and elegance.
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Why I Photograph 'Dangerous' Animals
Sharks, crocodiles, snakes—these are my favorite photography subjects. I am constantly asked why.
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Bill Brandt: Illuminating the World
Bill Brandt, a notable photographer of the 20th century, left a lasting mark on the world of photography. This German-born photographer's contribution to photography was his ability to elevate the mundane and the ordinary into something extraordinary. Whether on the streets of London during the blackout of World War II or in the stark landscapes of northern England, Brandt had a keen eye for uncovering the poetic and the surreal in the everyday.
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Finding Beauty in Simplicity: A Guide to Minimalist Landscapes
Minimalist landscape photography thrives on subtlety, turning limited elements into striking compositions. When conditions aren’t ideal for grand scenes, the minimalist approach offers a chance to focus on textures, forms, and simplicity.
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WANDRD's Bags and Accessories for Photographers and Travelers
If you're like me, you have a lot of camera bags: some you use all the time and some, well, let's just say they are collecting dust. As my needs evolve and I travel more, I want versatile bags that can adjust and keep up. I find myself reaching for my WANDRD camera bags. So, let's deep dive into some of their popular bags and accessories for photographers and travelers. You might just find your next go-to bag.
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Why a Mid-Range Zoom Lens Could Be Your Most Versatile Landscape Photography Tool
The mid-range zoom lens is often overlooked in favor of ultra-wide or telephoto options, but its versatility makes it essential for many types of photography. Spanning focal lengths from approximately 24mm to 105mm, these lenses strike a balance between wide and narrow fields of view. For landscapes, portraits, or even sports, a mid-range lens offers flexibility without compromising too much on other features.
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Creative Indoor Photography Projects for Winter Days
When the weather is too harsh to head outdoors, it doesn’t mean you need to put your camera away. There are plenty of creative photography projects you can explore from the comfort of your home. Indoor photography allows you to experiment, learn new techniques, and expand your skills without braving the elements.
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Creative Ways to Use Leading Lines in Your Photos
Leading lines aren’t just a technique; they’re a way to guide the viewer’s eye and add depth to your work. Straight, diagonal, or curved, they can shape how someone interacts with your image. When used effectively, they create focus and transform a composition from good to striking.
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How Zoom Lenses Are Closing the Gap with Primes
The debate over prime and zoom lenses has been going on for years. For a long time, it was simple: prime lenses offered superior image quality, while zoom lenses provided versatility. But technology has changed, and the old rules no longer apply. If you’re choosing between these two types of lenses, there’s more to consider than the traditional trade-offs.
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The Use of Vintage Lenses Can Stimulate Creativity
Photography is not just a method to document the world around us—it is also a means of expressing creativity. Achieving this creative expression, however, can be more challenging than expected. Perhaps the use of vintage lenses can stimulate the creativity of the photographer.
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Stop Wasting Money on Landscape Photography: 2025 Gear Guide
What if I told you that all you really need to start—or even succeed—at landscape photography is incredibly little? It might be hard to believe, considering the most popular photography content is centered around cameras, lenses, and gear. It can send the wrong message to new photographers: that you need a bunch of expensive things to make great images—you don’t, and I’m going to prove it to you.
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Five Lesser-Known Reasons Your Photos Aren’t Sharp
Soft photos are frustrating, especially when everything seems to have been done right. Whether it’s inconsistency or persistent fuzziness, figuring out what’s going wrong can be a challenge.
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Be Efficient, Buy Used
We, as photographers, are very often gear geeks. There’s no shame in it. We drool over the latest and greatest the camera industry has to offer and dream of owning the ultimate gear setup that will, of course, undoubtedly help us ascend to new heights of photography. But we truly do not need to.
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DJI's New Air 3S: Is it a Good Choice for Landscape Photographers?
The new DJI Air 3S has made quite a splash in the photo and drone world, with a reasonable price, dual cameras, and robust obstacle avoidance with the addition of LIDAR.
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