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Travel Photography Photo Examples and Tips in Practice

by Darlene Hildebrandt | Last Updated: September 25, 2017

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Enjoy this set of images from my recent photo tour to Nicaragua and some tips you can take from them to apply to your photography.

8 Sports Photography Tips for Beginners

by Perry Mah | Last Updated: August 8, 2017

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Sports photography requires a specific skill-set. Things like the right gear, the right settings, and the right timing are all key. In this article are 8 tips from 35 year pro photojournalist, Perry Mah, to help get you started doing sports photography.

24 Dramatic Shadowy Images to Help You See Light

by Darlene Hildebrandt | Last Updated: August 8, 2017

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You’ve previously learned about shadows, light, and how to review images. In this image collection you can put all your new skills to work, and enjoy some fabulous photography.

6 Tips for Overcoming Fear in Photography

by Darlene Hildebrandt | Last Updated: September 8, 2017

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Part of photography, or any new thing you are learning, is overcoming limits. Sometimes that means pushing your boundaries, getting out of your comfort zone, and doing things that scare you a bit. In this article we’ll explore 6 ways you can overcome some of these fears, and move forward with your photography.

Street Corner Exercise – Photography Challenge

by Darlene Hildebrandt | Last Updated: July 19, 2018

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This month’s photography challenge is about honing your powers of observation and learning to see – not only light but moments. You might even get to try out your patience. Find out how to participate and be eligible to win the prize by clicking through to the article.

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