Photography

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General photography

To master any type of photography we must know the basics before we can take our photography to the next level.

Photography is actually quite easy to get around when it comes to the basics - it's called the exposure triangle which is ISO, aperture and shutter speed joint together.

http://www.adorama.com In this episode of Exploring Photography with Mark Wallace, Mark introduces the basics of proper exposure with the exposure triangle. The first part of a mini-series of videos about fundamental camera settings, Mark takes us right back to the beginning and explains what we need to get the perfect exposure based on aperture, shutter speed and ISO.

General information

This video gives you an overview of understanding what exposure is and what the exposure triangle is.

http://www.adorama.com This week we take a closer look at ISO.

Understanding ISO

ISO is one of three parts in the exposure triangle. ISO is what gives us the ability to make our camera sensor more or less sensitive to light.

http://www.adorama.com In this episode, the third in the Exposure Triangle series, Mark shows us how aperture and lens choice affect depth of field.

Understanding aperture

Aperture is the most important thing when it comes to the exposure triangle. Aperture controls how the image actually looks - how much or less is in focus.

http://www.adorama.com Slow shutter speed vs. fast shutter speed. What does it really do? In Part 4 of the Exposure Triangle series Mark explains how the shutter controls motion and gives some basic rules of thumb for shutter speeds when shooting handheld.

Understanding shutter speed

Shutter speed is extremely important as a landscape and astro photographer. We use it to create "natural" effects in our images.

Histogram and focus

The histogram is one of the most useful tools for any photographer but especially a landscape photographer. It can be a hard thing to master but don't worry, you just need the right tools and knowledge.

Don't be intimidated by the histogram. Check out this simple, clear explanation of what a histogram is, what it represents, and how to use it for better photos. Filmed on location in the Little Lakes Valley, Sierra Nevada mountains, California.

Understanding the histogram

Learn what size a histogram is and why it is so important. For landscape photography is very important to be aware if you dynamic range and this is where the histogram comes to play.

Are you frustrated by getting a perfect exposure in Manual Mode? Never fear! Here's an extremely simple process to get it right every single time. I answer all your FAQ's here: https://www.professionalphototips.com/frequently-asked-questions/ Subscribe to my newsletter to receive the very best in Nature Photography and Photo Education: http://www.professionalphototips.com/newsletter-signup/ -- Joshua Cripps is a full-time landscape photographer living near Yosemite National Park in California.

nail the exposure with a histogram

A histogram can be used to nailed your exposure just right so you both preserve your highlights and shadows. When it comes to landscape photography the histogram determines if we need to do a multiple exposure (HDR) or not.

http://www.adorama.com In this episode Doug shares entry level advice for using Hyper Focal Distances for landscape photography.

http://www.adorama.com Learn how to get everything in your photograph in focus - from the closest object in the foreground all the way to infinity. In this episode Mark Wallace shows you how to use hyperfocal distance when focusing for maximum depth of field.

Composition

When it comes to any type of photography you can't create a good image without a good composition. Composition when doing landscape photography is a MUST but it is by far also the hardest thing to master. 

What goes into a great landscape photo? See how the four critical elements of any good image -Subject, Technique, Composition, and Light- are used to craft this photo from the Peruvian highlands.

I made it to Chamonix in the Alps, the weather held (Briefly) and I was able to capture a handful of beautiful images with a brand new Canon 5DS R.

Struggling with how to make a good composition? Learn this one simple rule and improve your photos dramatically. Subscribe to my newsletter to receive the very best in Nature Photography and Photo Education: http://www.professionalphototips.com/newsletter-signup/ Have any questions? Check out my FAQ page here: https://www.professionalphototips.com/frequently-asked-questions/ -- Joshua Cripps is a full-time landscape photographer living near Yosemite National Park in California.

The Rule of Thirds is one of the most fundamental concepts in photo composition. And if you understand what it really means then you'll know when to use it....and when to break it. Have more questions?