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How to use an ND filter

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Anonymous, 18 May 2012 14:30

A neutral-density or ND filter is simply a grey filter that cuts down the amount of light reaching the sensor or film, but start using them and you’ll soon find they’re an invaluable aid to expanding the shutter speeds and apertures available when working outdoors. ND filters commonly come in different strengths, reducing the light by 1, 2 or 3 ...

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How to use an ND filter

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Anonymous, 18 May 2012 14:30

A neutral-density or ND filter is simply a grey filter that cuts down the amount of light reaching the sensor or film, but start using them and you’ll soon find they’re an invaluable aid to expanding the shutter speeds and apertures available when working outdoors. ND filters commonly come in different strengths, reducing the light by 1, 2 or 3 ...

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How to use colour

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Anonymous, 18 May 2012 12:50

Being able to visualise how colours work together is key to getting successful combinations. The easiest way to do this is to use a device called a colour wheel, where all of the colours are positioned around the edge of a circle. Colours opposite each other (known as contrasting colours) produce the most impact, while those next to each other ...

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How to shoot telephoto landscapes

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Anonymous, 18 May 2012 09:05

Most of us tend to look at the wider view when faced with a landscape, but recognising the potential in distant details can lead to some striking, graphic pictures. Look out for strong, solitary elements such as a crumbling barn or lone tree to use as a focal point. Then, use your telephoto to magnify that single element so it ...

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Seasonal tip: Shooting sunrises

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PA News Team, 02 March 2012 16:36

Shooting sunrises can produce some stunning shots, and with the correct timing the colours produced are breathtaking. Here are a few tips on how to get started: First of all you need to think ahead – where you want to take the shot from, how long it will take you to get there, and what you will need. Keep a ...

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Keep it simple

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PA News Team, 02 March 2012 16:36

Editor-in-chief Andrew James urges you to photograph a bit of spring colour but explains why keeping it simple results in better photos... I know spring has arrived as soon as the snowdrops appear. They’re quickly followed by the first crocus or two adding an extra splash of colour to the garden, and then daffodils. Each new flower that arrives gives ...

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Get more from your DSLR

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Anonymous, 07 February 2012 15:32

Get the most from your DSLR and imaging software with Nikon’s comprehensive training programme. Nikon Training covers everything from digital equipment and software to photography techniques, digital workflow and colour management tips, plus tried-and-tested advice on commercial photographic opportunities. All the training is run by experts in their fields, with a choice of shorter, introductory seminars– and more in-depth courses, running ...

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Seasonal tip: Shooting snowdrops

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PA News Team, 03 February 2012 18:00

Snowdrops are out now but how do you shoot them? To get the best from this small and low-growing flower you ideally need a macro lens or at least a lens with a macro facility in it. If you don’t have either, just focus as closely as you can with your lens because you’ll still get some lovely images. Get ...

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A week on the Jacobite

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PA Team, 18 October 2011 10:59

Digital Photo’s Technical Editor Michael Topham blogs about his working holiday aboard The Jacobite steam train in the Scottish Highlands. When I was much younger a close friend said something to me that I’ll never forget – “It’s not necessarily what you know in life, it’s who you know that really counts.” Since then I’ve remembered this statement and the images that ...

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Find out how well your monitor performs with our Digital Photo test charts

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Michael Topham, 13 October 2011 16:02

In Digital Photo’s December 2011 issue, (due out on the 2nd November 2011) six monitors are put under the spotlight to find out which performed the best in terms of image quality and which offers the finest build. You can read up on which monitors picked up the highly acclaimed Digital Photo Gold and Silver awards on page 118, but before you ...

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Peeling Paint texture

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Anonymous, 07 October 2011 15:55

If you don't have your own texture photo use this photo of peeling paint to give your old toy shots a more interesting twist. The technique you need to follow to blend this shot with another can be found on page 14 in the November issue of Practical Photography. Using blending modes and selective masking you can create a photo ...

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