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How to use Depth of Field

March 22, 2012 by Darlene Hildebrandt

This article will help you understand depth of field, what it is and how to create stunning out of focus backgrounds using your aperture setting.

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Review: Exposure for Outdoor Photography

February 17, 2012 by Darlene Hildebrandt

exposure for outdoor photography

Review of new ebook Exposure for Outdoor Photography by Michael Frye, a Craft and Vision publication. This book is for anyone that wants a better grasp on shooting in Manual mode and understanding all the controls and how to use them. He goes over how to get the best exposure for the scene using different options and choosing the best for each situation.

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