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Using ISO To Get Better Photos

28 February 2016Garry2 Comments on Using ISO To Get Better Photos

What is ISO? I’ve written a short article about ISO in the past, but it’s basically the setting for how sensitive your film or your digital sensor is to light. The higher the number, the more sensitive it will be. ISO is part of the Exposure Triangle which is made up of Aperture, Shutter Speed […]

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When it all goes wrong, remember the basics

28 December 2015GarryLeave a Comment on When it all goes wrong, remember the basics

Recently I was asked to take some party photos at an anniversary party. It was for someone that I knew, but they also paid me for it so already the pressure was on. I’m not a wedding photographer and the events I’ve shot before have been very relaxed and I’ve been a participant in the […]

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12 Days of a Photographer’s Christmas

6 December 2015GarryLeave a Comment on 12 Days of a Photographer’s Christmas

Finding the right gift for everyone on your list can be stressful and challenging. You want to give them something that they’ll enjoy, and you try to base their gift around their interests. So far you’ve shopped around for the cook, the bookworm, and the hobbyist in your circle, but you’re not sure what to get for your […]

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Lomography Konstruktor F DIY 35mm Camera Build Part 1

25 October 2015GarryLeave a Comment on Lomography Konstruktor F DIY 35mm Camera Build Part 1

I was lucky enough to receive a Lomography Konstrucktor F DIY 35mm camera through the company that I work for (I don’t work for Lomography.com) as they wanted someone to build it so they could take photos of it for their own retail web site. Lucky me eh? This article is all about building the […]

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How To Plan A Photo Project

4 May 2015GarryLeave a Comment on How To Plan A Photo Project

When you start out in photography it can be a challenge to come up with ideas and motivation to go out and take photos. It’s often a good idea to set yourself a project where you take a collection of photos all on a similar theme. It’s a great way to learn and at the […]

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The Move To Fuji Cameras, A Year On

21 February 20159 April 2022GarryLeave a Comment on The Move To Fuji Cameras, A Year On

Ever since I saw the Fuji x100 and then the newer Fuji x100s camera, I wanted one. They just looked so cool with their retro looks. When I came to sell all my Sony DSLR equipment I nearly went for the fixed lens Fuji x100s but instead I decided to go for the Fuji X-Pro1 with […]

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What to expect on a Photo Walk

24 January 2015GarryLeave a Comment on What to expect on a Photo Walk

For those of you who haven’t had the chance to attend a photo walk, I thought it might be a good idea to let you know what to expect. The main aim of a photo walk is to gather a group of keen photographers together and walk a planned route making the most of any […]

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Vivian Maier: Street Photographer

4 January 20159 April 2022GarryLeave a Comment on Vivian Maier: Street Photographer

This Christmas I was lucky enough to receive the book, Vivian Maier Street Photographer. I’ve only recently learnt about Vivian Maier and the story is fascinating. For those that don’t know about her, her work only came to light when John Maloof was fortunate enough to buy a trunk full of negatives from a storage sale. […]

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Photography Project: Photo 365

1 January 2015Garry2 Comments on Photography Project: Photo 365

Having one or two photography projects on the go is a great way to motivate yourself to keep taking photos, plus it’s a great way to force yourself to think about the photos you are taking. For 2015 I’ll be doing a year long project where I’ll be taking a photo each day. Most of […]

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10 Stocking Fillers for Budding Photographers

1 December 20149 April 2022GarryLeave a Comment on 10 Stocking Fillers for Budding Photographers

It’s the time of year again and Christmas is fast approaching and all the decorations are being put up! One of the growing hobbies of a lot of people today is photography and many people will be lucky enough to receive photography related gifts and if you have a friend or a relative who’s into […]

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