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Video Tutorial: Time Lapse Video with Adobe Photoshop CS4 Extended

Blog TechTock - by Jack Howard, February 10, 2010

Sure, Adobe Photoshop CS4 Extended costs a bit more than the non-extended version, but there are some very cool features and functions in the upgrade, including quick and powerful conversion of still Read more

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How to Lightwrite

Blog TechTock - by Jack Howard, December 7, 2009

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"Lightwriting" is different than "Lightpainting" because instead of illuminating an object, you use a small flashlight to "write" directly on your camera sensor. And by capturing the whole alphabet, y Read more

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Quick Tips to Speed Up Your Compact Camera

Blog TechTock - by Jack Howard, December 1, 2009

I originally wrote this piece as a guest blogger for our friends over at Techlicious.com, a cool site all about tech gadgets geared towards women. But as holiday gatherings approach, these are great t Read more

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Advanced HDR Tone Mapping in Adobe Photoshop CS4, Part 1

Blog TechTock - by Jack Howard, November 12, 2009

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It's not that there aren't some amazing tools for HDR photographers in Adobe Photoshop CS4, it's just that these tools and tricks aren't all that well-known. In this two-part screencast series, we'll Read more

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A fearless approach to creating your own videos

Never mind the parachute!

ArticleCamcorders & HD Video Gear Guides & Reviews - by Jay Miles, 2 days ago

Jumping into video without a net? Want to go viral on YouTube? Here’s how to avoid the fear, the swish, button mashing, and other rookie regrets when planning and shooting a video.

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Accent Magenta Skies—AdoramaTV

You Keep Shooting

ArticleAdorama TV Techniques and How-Tos - by Bryan Peterson, December 5, 2011

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How do you get your sunsets to look more dramatic? The secret is a specific kind of fluorescent filter!

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iPad Photography App

ArticleAdorama TV Techniques and How-Tos - by Mark Wallace, February 17, 2011

This week Mark Wallace discovered a great application that lets you read Digital Photographer Magazine on your iPad.

Picture-taking techniques - Outdoor portraits in the sun

What gear you need to get great outdoor pictures, and how to fight harsh outdoor sunlight...and win!

ArticlePortraits and People Techniques and How-Tos - by Mason Resnick, July 2, 2010

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Whether you're traveling, enjoying a backyard barbecue, or recording your graduate's moment of glory, everyone ends up shooting outdoor portraits. And most are less than satisfied with the results. But a few simple picture-taking tips can soften and flatter those harshly-lit, squinty-eyed faces.

How to photograph basketball games

Make your hoops shots a slam-dunk

ArticleProfessional Imaging Techniques and How-Tos - by Mark Lent, February 16, 2010

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Like most things in life, there is good news and bad news when it comes to shooting basketball. First, let’s talk about the good news.

How to shoot heavenly sunrises and sunsets anywhere

Composition Basics: Gifts from the Sky

ArticleOutdoor and Travel Techniques and How-Tos - by Jeff Wignall, July 1, 2009

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Follow these helpful picture-taking tips to get the best shots at the beginning and end of the day. If you've seen one sunset photo, you haven't seen 'em all!

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Video Tutorial: Time Lapse Video with Adobe Photoshop CS4 Extended

How to Lightwrite

Quick Tips to Speed Up Your Compact Camera

Advanced HDR Tone Mapping in Adobe Photoshop CS4, Part 1

A fearless approach to creating your own videos

Accent Magenta Skies—AdoramaTV

Digital Photographer Magazine—AdoramaTV

Picture-taking techniques - Outdoor portraits in the sun

How to photograph basketball games

How to shoot heavenly sunrises and sunsets anywhere

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