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Tamron unveils 60mm macro/portrait lens for APS DSLRs

NewsAdorama News Desk - by Adorama News Writer, June 18, 2009

Longer working distance for macro; wide aperture of f/2, ideal for portraits, is faster than typical macro lens.  Read more

Tags:  macro,  macro photography,  portrait,  lenses,  Tamron,  lens 

Underwater Macro Photography Basics

Up close and all wet

ArticleUnderwater Photography Techniques and How-Tos - by Michele Westmorland and Matt Weiss, 17 days ago

Macro photography in a marine environment can be one of the most rewarding photographic activities.  Don’t you just love an up-close and personal shot of small and strange creatures found in the ocean? 

 

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TAGS: nikon,  canon,  DSLR,  macro,  macro photography,  Lens advice,  underwater,  underwater housing 

Destination Holland: Focus on Flowers

If you enjoy photographing flowers, 2012 is the best year to visit Holland.

ArticleOutdoor and Travel Techniques and How-Tos - by Allen Rokach with Anne Millman, 23 days ago

Yes, it's the middle of winter, so why talk about flowers? The Floriade, a gigantic floral exposition which happens every 10 years, will take place this spring in Holland. It's time to make travel plans!

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TAGS: nikon,  DSLR,  landscapes,  travel photography,  tripod,  macro,  flowers,  macro photography,  scenics,  flower 

Compelling and Creative Images—AdoramaTV

You Keep Shooting

ArticleAdorama TV Techniques and How-Tos - by Bryan Peterson, December 27, 2011

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In this episode, Bryan Peterson goes to a Canadian junkyard and produces three great images.

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TAGS: macro,  macro photography,  composition,  bryan peterson 

Water Droplets—AdoramaTV

Digital Photography 1 on 1

ArticleAdorama TV Techniques and How-Tos - by Mark Wallace, December 19, 2011

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AdoramaTV Presents Digital Photography One on One.

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TAGS: photography,  digital,  digital camera,  macro,  macro photography,  lighting,  do it yourself,  digital darkroom,  photography tips,  photo technique,  photography tip,  photo tips,  DIY,  Lightroom,  Mark Wallace 

Clean Composition—AdoramaTV

You Keep Shooting

ArticleAdorama TV Techniques and How-Tos - by Bryan Peterson, November 28, 2011

Bryan shows us the difference between a macro shot and a GOOD macro shot. Watch as he uses a wider aperture to clean his compostion.

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TAGS: photography,  macro,  flowers,  macro photography,  bokeh,  colors,  composition,  photography tips,  photo technique,  photography tip,  backgrounds,  photo tips,  flower 

Background Variety—AdoramaTV

You Keep Shooting

ArticleAdorama TV Techniques and How-Tos - by Bryan Peterson, November 21, 2011

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This week, join Bryan in a junk yard to learn about creating a variety of backgrounds using a macro lens.

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TAGS: nikon,  photography,  digital,  digital camera,  DSLR,  macro,  macro photography,  digital SLR,  depth of field,  D-SLR,  photography tips,  photo technique,  photography tip,  Digital photography,  natural light,  photo tips,  nature 

Buying guide: Macro Essentials and Accessories

What you need to get started in macro photography

ArticleMacro Techniques and How-Tos - by Mason Resnick, November 16, 2011

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You're inspired to go out there and capture the world in miniature...now all you need's the right stuff. Here are the essentials--lenses, lighting, and accessories--that will help you produce that macro magic.

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TAGS: adorama,  macro,  macro photography,  ring flash,  clamp,  lens,  Focus on Macro Photography 

Macro Filter—Adorama TV

ArticleAdorama TV Techniques and How-Tos - by Bryan Peterson, September 11, 2011

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No macro lens? No problem! Learn the benefits of carrying a macro filter. 

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TAGS: macro,  macro photography,  bryan peterson 

Garbage In, Art Out

Mining the Mundane for Great Photos

ArticleComposition and Exposure Techniques and How-Tos - by Bryan F. Peterson , September 8, 2011

Just like mining for real gold, mining 'gold' images seems to be a goal shared by most photographers, yet some of the finest gold to be mined is often overlooked. These images remain 'buried', hidden in some truly mundane locations...and sometimes, in a heap of garbage!

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TAGS: macro,  close-up,  macro photography,  composition,  extension tubes 

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