The Science Behind Image Stabilisation
Image stabilisation (IS), or vibration reduction (VR) if you are a Nikon fan, is a collection of techniques used to reduce blurring caused by the excessive motion of a camera during exposure. Most photographers, amateur and professional alike, understand the value of IS as it often difficult to get a stable position to take a picture from especially if you are travelling in a car, plane or train etc. IS is even more critical in video recording due to the longer exposure time, but how exactly does it work?
Retouching Is Not Just For CelebritiesWhen we look at the people on the covers of our favorite magazines, they seem so effortlessly perfect that we could never really hope to look at beautiful or as handsome in our photos as they do. However, the truth is that even they themselves do not look that great in photographs – at least not until they have been retouched to soften the skin, remove the pimples and eradicate the wrinkles. The good news for the rest of us is that it is now really easy for pretty much anyone to retouch their own digital photos using online tools, apps and software packages. Now re-touching is not solely the domain of celebrities, we mere mortals are getting in on the action too.
Making The Most Of Your Digital ImagesWe live in an increasingly digital world and the technology which surrounds us on a day to day basis is constantly evolving. As a result, we are now able to do a whole range of things that we would previously have had to rely on professionals for. One of those things is photography. With the rise of digital photography, there has been a corresponding increase in the availability of apps and software packages designed to edit our images. This allows anyone with a camera and a computer to do some photograph re-touching whenever they choose. Flawless images are no longer the preserve of the glossy magazine, they are now making their way into the pages of our family scrapbooks and photo albums.
Family Lifestyle PhotographyFamily lifestyle photography is all about you and your family, your life and style. It is about capturing memories that you will always treasure.
Pleasurable Photographs and Long Term MemoryRefreshing my memories about things so long in the past happens now through the family albums and the photographs taken back then. Without my camera this pleasure would be denied me and so many who have lost their pictures in recent floods, fires and other disasters cannot share in that joy.
Tips To Improve The Quality Of Your PhotosIn this article you can find tips for improving your photographer skills. Read it carefully and try to apply them.
Dog Photography – Capture The Beauty Of Your PetsDogs are perhaps one of the most difficult subjects for photography. Just like small children, you can’t really expect them to sit still long enough for a good photograph-they’re most likely going to fidget, run around and be distracted by an interesting object somewhere else, even with repeated requests to hold still. In addition, dogs also easily become fatigued during lengthy photography sessions, just like little babies and toddlers.
Trending Fashions for Clothing PhotographyLifestyle or fashion photography has advanced to higher degrees. It is one of the most specialized and lucrative areas for professional shooters to showcase their talent.
Is a Tripod Necessary for Wedding Photographers?In days gone by, almost every wedding photographer lugged a massive tripod to every shoot. Sometimes the tripod weighed in around five kilograms, adding to the bulk of the photographer’s kit, and impeding responsive movement. Things have changed. This article explains the changes, and how to make them work for you.
Guide To Online Image Editing ServicesThe internet is full of thousands of applications and sites that will allow you to edit your photos. However, not all of these sites are legitimate and in fact, most of these sites can harm your computer by downloading virus into your system. Hence, you need to make sure that the service you choose is genuine and is able to provide you with the functions that you require. Here is a list of genuine image editing services available on the net.
Tricks in Photography for Beginners Part 2In part 1, I discussed on the basics of shutter speed. In this article, I will focus on the second leg of the exposure triangle; the ISO speed. This is taught next in line because shutter speed has a bigger effect on the brightness of a photo. ISO speed is a more like a minor adjustment to overall exposure.
What Do You Need Before You Can Take Great Photos? 2 ThingsWhat are the tools you’ll need to start creating good images? This is, of course, debatable, but I think there are really only 2 things you’ll absolutely need.