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Insert Shot: How to Get Shots That are Important for a Movie

Kris Krainock

Insert shots are the often overlooked maestros of filmmaking, utilized in many feature films, documentaries, and ad campaigns. Getting the most out of your insert shots is an art form that can be...

Insert Shot: How to Get Shots That are Important for a Movie

Kris Krainock

Insert shots are the often overlooked maestros of filmmaking, utilized in many feature films, documentaries, and ad campaigns. Getting the most out of your insert shots is an art form that can be...

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How to Photograph Jewelry for Etsy

Kris Krainock

The success of your Etsy store relies heavily on the quality of your product photos. This is especially true for jewelry photography, which can be challenging to capture correctly. Photographing sparkling gems and glittering metals can be daunting, and many people believe it takes...

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Close up Photography: How to Take Stellar Close-Up Shots

Kris Krainock

You can take remarkable close-up shots even with a primary point-and-shoot digital camera. Although setting the camera to macro is an important step, some additional rules may be more intricate - but don't worry! You don't need to be a photography guru to succeed...

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How to Photograph Fast Moving Objects

Kris Krainock

Have you ever attempted to take a picture of your daughter dancing, brother wave-riding, or friend skateboarding, but the photo turned out blurry? Often digital cameras struggle when trying to capture moving objects. Do not fret! With these helpful tips and tricks, you can immortalize your…

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How to Choose a Photographer

Kris Krainock

Here are a few tips on how to pick the right photographer to work with to capture the vision inside your head. Photography is a vast and expansive craft that requires mastery of technical skills and access to proper equipment...

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5 Proven Tips for Sunset Photography

Kris Krainock

Everyone loves stunning sunset photography, but having your golden hour shots stand out from the rest takes something extra special. With so many images with colorful skies available, far fewer can be considered genuinely impactful. So what do you need to create a top-notch sunset photo?..

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Using Hard Light Isn’t As Hard As You Think

Kris Krainock

Hard Light is a bright, intense source—imagine the sun shining high in an uninterrupted sky. This type of illumination typically results in sharp shadows with dark contrast...

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How to Use Fill Light

Kris Krainock

Do you constantly need help with your photos of people to turn out as silhouettes? Then it's time to discover the magic of fill light! Fill lights are aptly named, filling those dark areas with much-needed illumination and ensuring a properly exposed image...

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UV Filters: What Do UV Filters Actually Do?

Kris Krainock

For photographers of all levels, an ultraviolet (UV) lens filter is essential. Many beginners in photography opt for this type of filter first and foremost. But how can you maximize its potential? Knowing when to use a UV Filter yields numerous benefits - so don't miss out...

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Glamour Photography Tips

Kris Krainock

Glamour photography is the most popular form, whether you use Instagram, scroll through Facebook, or spot it in your local newspaper. So why not learn more about its origins and pick up some helpful tips if this type of photography piques your interest...

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A Guide to Keeping Your Camera Sensor Clean

Kris Krainock

For many photographers, cleaning their camera's sensor evokes fear and trepidation. Yet contrary to popular belief, it is actually quite simple! In this article, I will provide an easy-to-follow guide on how to check for dust particles in your sensor, as well as tips on effective sensor cleaning techniques...

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How to Record Clean Audio like a True Sound Geek

Kris Krainock

Knowing the fundamentals of how wireless systems work can save you a lot of trouble in the future. This understanding will enable users to reduce dropouts, interference, and distortion. Here are some helpful tips for avoiding common mistakes...

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What is ISO in Photography - When do I Use it?

Kris Krainock

Your camera's ISO Sensitivity pertains to how much light is needed to produce a quality photo. A lower value means less sensitivity, and thus more light is required. Conversely, a higher value means the opposite. It's one element of photography's exposure triangle- along with...