General Photography

Photography Tutorial No 3 – A little goes a long way…

22/09/2024 by Ray Baker

A little goes a long way

Sometimes itâ€™s difficult to understand why people are precise and caring about some things while completely abandoning any semblance of responsibility for others. Take my partner for instance. She is a qualified registered nurse with an eagle eye for anything that bears the slightest resemblance of dust. Out comes the vacuum cleaner, the polishing rag, or the bucket and mop. But when it comes to her car, nothing seems to matter. It just functions and if it gets a bit grubby yours truly has to deal with it or nothing happens. Thatâ€™s how it is.

So what has this background got to do with images, you might well ask? To see more you will need to subscribe to the tutorial…

Planning Vacation Photography

21/09/2024 by Ray Baker

So, you are going to finally get that long overdue vacation, and you have made plans to go somewhere scenic and beautiful. This means you will be taking along your camera gear in order to make excellent images of your journey. Does it also mean that you have done your research and made a list of potential sites? Have you also planned on taking the minimal gear to make traveling easier? Do you even know which gear you are going to need?

Christmas, Holiday, Winter and Vacation Photography Tips

21/09/2024 by Ray Baker

I guess that title about covers it. Of course in Australia right now it’s a pleasant 38 degrees celcius or roughly 106 degrees fahrenheit. There’s no breeze and the kookaburras are laughing through the window at me. Beads of perspiration are running down my forehead and are sprinkling across my keyboard as I plug away with stumpy, less than attractive fingers to pass these tips over to you.

I’m headed straight to the fridge after I finish this one!

2009 Nobel Prize in physics goes to scientists for work in digital photography and fiber optics

21/09/2024 by Ray Baker

In October, three scientists who were the driving force behind the creation of the technology that gave us digital photography and the instantaneous links to people around the world through fiber optics were awarded the Nobel Prize in physics. The three scientists are: Charles Kuen Kao, Willard S. Boyle, and George E. Smith. These three men were instrumental in developing the technologies for digital photography and fiber-optic networking, and will split the $1.4 million USD award, with Kao receiving 50% and Boyle and Smith 25% each. They will be awarded their certificate and prizes at the ceremony December 10th in Stockholm, Sweden.

Little-Known Techniques In Black And White Photography

20/09/2024 by Ray Baker

There was a time when pictures were available in only black and white. This of course was the time when the only medium available for taking photographs was black-and-white films. Old photographs of our grandparents and great-grandparents are mostly in black and white.

How to Take Photos that Sell – 10 Profitable Tips for eBay Sellers

19/09/2024 by Ray Baker

Experienced eBay sellers should know that sometimes, the difference between making a sale and having their wares gathering cobwebs in their designated digital shelf is all a matter of taking good photos. It may also determine the number and amount of bids you get for your products as well. No matter what you’re selling, you … Read more

Understanding Abstract Photography

19/09/2024 by Ray Baker

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Do you really understand what abstract photography is? Do you know what makes it different from all other forms of photography? Why should you consider capturing abstract images on camera when you can devote your time and skills on some other form of photography instead? If you want to learn more about abstract photography and what makes it click, then please read the rest of the article.