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Archives for June 2022

Landscape Mode in Photography

June 28, 2022 · Nate Torres

In photography, landscape mode is a setting on the camera that allows the photographer to capture a wider view of their surroundings. This can be especially useful when taking photographs of landscapes or large groups of people. There are a few things to keep in mind when using landscape mode, however, including how to properly […]

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Courtland Wilson | Wedding Photography Artist Feature

June 25, 2022 · Emily Smith

After leaving the military, Courtland Wilson took a photojournalism class in college and discovered a passion for wedding photography. Now, as an award-winning photographer based out of Sacramento, Courtland uses his skills behind the camera to document human connection and capture real moments for his clients. We interviewed Courtland to get his take on the […]

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3 Essential Tools for Indoor Portraits

June 23, 2022 · Nate Kay

Amine Fassi black and white portrait

Building an indoor studio allows you to create the exact portraits you want. Studios can be simple to make, but to get truly excellent portraits, you’ll need more than just a camera and some free space. Here are three tools you should get. 1. Portrait Backdrops A studio would be incomplete without several great backdrops. […]

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What is Monochrome Photography?

June 20, 2022 · Nate Torres

Stripping away the color can sometimes reveal a more simplified, timeless beauty in a photograph.  Monochromatic photography is a type of photography that uses a single color or tone. Common monochromatic photographs are black and white, but they can also be made using other colors, such as blue or green. In this blog post, we’ll […]

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What is Adobe Lightroom?

June 15, 2022 · Julie Bentacourt

Adobe Lightroom is a powerful photo editing software that allows you to make various adjustments to your photos. With Lightroom, you can improve the quality of your photos, add special effects, and even create custom presets for future use. Whether you’re a professional photographer or simply someone who wants to make their photos look their […]

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RAW vs JPEG in Photography

June 15, 2022 · Julie Bentacourt

When it comes to digital photography, there are two main file formats that you will encounter: RAW and JPEG. So, what is the difference between these two formats, and which one should you be using? Shooting in RAW or JPEG is one of the biggest debates in photography, as each offers its own advantages and […]

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How to Use the Histogram in Photography for Better Results

June 13, 2022 · Steph Nelson

blurred forest

Whether you’ve realized it or not, you’ve likely seen a histogram while editing or browsing through your photos. It’s a graph that shows the tone of your image, from black (on the left) to white (on the right). The higher the peak, the more pixels of that tone are present in your image. If you’re unfamiliar […]

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