http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/photo-tips-blog.html Photo Tips news keeps you up to date with all additions and changes to the ultimate-photo-tips.com website. Subscribe here. en-us photo tips blog Wed, 22 Jul 2015 15:37:27 -0400 Wed, 22 Jul 2015 15:37:27 -0400 ultimate-photo-tips.com http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/photo-challenges-aug-2013.html896446de17748330653e9e95320d60b0You are invited to participate in Ultimate Photo Tips monthly photo challenges. Grab your gear, and let's go! This month's topic is a Rainy Day. Fri, 2 Aug 2013 13:02:14 -0400 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/orton-effect-adobe-photoshop-tutorial.html3a302b6348e9882ba68d2ff026cbabbd[video] Here's an easy Adobe Photoshop Tutorial to help you add a soft glow to your images using a digital Orton effect, with step-by-step instructions. Tue, 16 Jul 2013 17:59:25 -0400 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/photo-challenges-july-2013.html6c229bec6bd075ce0fda293d65fea2ceYou are invited to participate in Ultimate Photo Tips monthly photo challenges. Grab your gear, and let's go! This month's topic is Stairs. Tue, 2 Jul 2013 10:06:15 -0400 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/center-of-interest.html0acd1011f3554b65c6b0c6ae32564635[video] Learn photography through a friendly and constructive photography critique. In this video, learn the importance of having a center of interest in your photograph. Tue, 18 Jun 2013 12:42:12 -0400 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/sunset-photography.html1235c8f1102c1a710813e6eeb800c9ab[video] Here are ten tips to improve your sunset photography that go BEYOND just using a tripod. If you're not getting the results you want with your sunset photos, I can help! Tue, 4 Jun 2013 13:44:43 -0400 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/photo-challenges-june-2013.html67be9e4c895f8ad212b52255bc1ca3c3You are invited to participate in Ultimate Photo Tips monthly photo challenges. Grab your gear, and let's go! This month's topic is Seeing Red. Sat, 1 Jun 2013 12:03:14 -0400 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/camera-metering.html79ae4b1a83a20e2ea88ee21076b3fd39[video] Are you guilty of ignoring your camera metering mode setting? Did you know that your choice can have a big impact on your final photo? Learn about the different metering modes and the results they create. Tue, 21 May 2013 11:53:37 -0400 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/photo-challenges-may-2013.html5d94951f7a907dab462354eb667b240fYou are invited to participate in Ultimate Photo Tips monthly photo challenges. Grab your gear, and let's go! This month's topic is Seeing Red. Wed, 1 May 2013 10:45:33 -0400 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/photography-critique-3.htmleea3a5b8ea4748e6d16f5f25253caa9b[video] Learn photography through a friendly and constructive photography critique. In this video, I share my thoughts on a beautiful, soft-focus flower image offering tips for cropping, and reducing the impact of an overwhleming background. Tue, 23 Apr 2013 11:35:30 -0400 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/understanding-camera-lenses-2.htmlc1f256c3567d47b8dbccbcc4c0d9ce53[video] Having trouble understanding camera lenses? What makes one lens different than the next? In this video, I talk about glass quality and maximum aperture. Tue, 9 Apr 2013 09:04:33 -0400 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/photo-challenges-apr-2013.html6b5c134e3c2faa584637676a8063a108You are invited to participate in Ultimate Photo Tips monthly photo challenges. Grab your gear, and let's go! This month's topic is Urban Decay. Mon, 1 Apr 2013 10:23:53 -0400 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/understanding-camera-lenses.html68bb2c1be917791f6b3193f31ab482f1[video] Having trouble understanding camera lenses? What do all those numbers mean? In this video, I talk about focal length, and how it relates to field of view and perspective. Tue, 26 Mar 2013 09:23:54 -0400 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/photography-subjects.htmla638c3dbbe95feb8074051f2505b83bd[video] Light or Subject? Which should come first? When choosing your photography subjects, look for the good light frst, and then photograph whatever you find in it. Tue, 12 Mar 2013 08:38:01 -0400 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/photo-challenges-mar-2013.html4bbd44494e545125fc4bfd7763c3773bYou are invited to participate in Ultimate Photo Tips monthly photo challenges. Grab your gear, and let's go! This month's topic is Reflections. Fri, 1 Mar 2013 08:18:29 -0500 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/photography-critique-2.htmlca0a816af806d00d92ca1503851fe157[video] Learn photography through a friendly and constructive photography critique. In this video, I share my thoughts on a lovely image of water under a pier, offering tips for simplifying the image to focus on a single story. Tue, 26 Feb 2013 09:18:17 -0500 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/photo-composition.html1d48ac8c584072511790e6b184e9c518[video] Learn to simplify your photo composition to strengthen the story that your image tells. Tue, 12 Feb 2013 09:35:59 -0500 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/neutral-density-filters.html1d7d0b923424fcd0ce90a191b39f5373[video] Variable neutral density filters can help you improve your portrait photography. In this video, I explain how the filter works, and how to use it effectively. Tue, 5 Feb 2013 09:00:44 -0500 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/photo-challenges-feb-2013.htmlb7a6424b9544df6eae7130dd09f08e40You are invited to participate in Ultimate Photo Tips monthly photo challenges. Grab your gear, and let's go! This month's topic is Parts of a Whole. Fri, 1 Feb 2013 09:01:45 -0500 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/neutral-density-filter.html05f75655f7bc08ad32baa58c5e14eec2[video] A variable neutral density filter can help you do long exposures and selective focus in bright lighting conditions. In this video, I explain how the filter works, and how to use it effectively. Tue, 29 Jan 2013 08:41:38 -0500 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/photography-classes-toronto.htmle3719d9e2556ab1d06cc6d22cbed2b7fPhotography classes Toronto: I will help you start taking pictures that will give you a sense of pride and accomplishment; pictures that will Sun, 27 Jan 2013 15:52:32 -0500 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/photo-histogram-2.htmlfcee25289890b5684e0988dbaf9214b4[video]Are you confused, or maybe even a little intimidated by the photo histogram? In the second video of this three part series, I explain how to use the data from your camera's histogram display to correct your exposure. Mon, 3 Dec 2012 18:58:30 -0500 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/photo-challenges-dec-2012.htmlc0a8d4e4187f01086e99388dbdbddce6You are invited to participate in Ultimate Photo Tips monthly photo challenges. Grab your gear, and let's go! This month's topic is Two's Company. Sat, 1 Dec 2012 16:22:32 -0500 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/photo-histogram-1.htmld531084a2279ea2dddf14da5bcaf016a[video]Are you confused, or maybe even a little intimidated by the photo histogram? In the first video of this three part series, I explain how to undertand and interpret the data in your camera's histogram display. Tue, 27 Nov 2012 08:56:29 -0500 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/camera-tripod.html69ea1810aa75305edcc0ea6b710fe95f[video]Is your camera tripod feeling lonely and neglected? In this short video, I give you two good reasons to dust off your tripod and take it out in the field with you. Tue, 20 Nov 2012 09:05:07 -0500 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/project-i-lived-here.html63835218119419dd21d9f17c4cf59f79My idea: Okay, Project I Lived Here is a project I’ve created in collaboration with Phonar. This involves me collecting photos of people’s childhood Sun, 18 Nov 2012 16:18:21 -0500 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/live-view.html3f12ad0d6f1bbc8ed7666a973447c84a[video]Do you ever have trouble getting accurate focus? In this short video, I show you how to use live view to improve your focusing. Tue, 13 Nov 2012 09:01:14 -0500 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/rule-of-thirds.html230200bc3e9771c8003fdc2089844fb1[video]The rule of thirds is the most often quoted rule in photography, so is it ever okay to break it? I say yes, explain the rule, and illustrate with examples. Tue, 6 Nov 2012 09:24:01 -0500 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/photo-challenges-nov-2012.htmld16ba9a210037cf41f243b868f74b88dYou are invited to participate in Ultimate Photo Tips monthly photo challenges. Grab your gear, and let's go! This month's topic is One Is The Loneliest Number. Thu, 1 Nov 2012 11:56:57 -0400 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/background-in-photography.html4304b7e831bbe658d9c625dcf8d99612Never underestimate the importance of background in photography! This short video explains how your background can be the key to taking an image from snapshot to photograph. Tue, 30 Oct 2012 09:11:07 -0400 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/tones-in-photography.html66b0514d3e89623d420574b6a4d8ac6eVideo: Tones in photography can be used to convey emotion and mood. Choose tones that are consistent with your message to tell a strong story. Tue, 23 Oct 2012 08:17:30 -0400 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/bright-spots-in-photos.html289d3d4cab7783806e9f433352211c8f[video]Do you understand the impact of bright spots in photos? They can work for you, to enhance your image, or they can work against you as distractions. Watch this video to make sure you have your bright spots working for you! Tue, 16 Oct 2012 09:55:09 -0400 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/shutter-speeds.html6f5b88f0c09a9665942706ff92765171[video]Choosing the right shutter speeds doesn't have to be intimidating! If you're avoiding manual mode because picking the right shutter speed is a mystery, then this short video will help you take control of your settings to create images that tell your story. Tue, 9 Oct 2012 09:26:59 -0400 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/leading-lines.htmldfc443e317acef74cf8782092b756bb4[video]Do you want to learn how to use lines in your photographs to create stronger compositions? In this short video, learn how leading lines can guide your viewer's eyes through your image. Tue, 2 Oct 2012 09:21:53 -0400 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/photo-challenges-oct-2012.html489884f9cd682cf6354c60239530b405You are invited to participate in Ultimate Photo Tips monthly photo challenges. Grab your gear, and let's go! This month's topic is Serenity. Mon, 1 Oct 2012 11:49:10 -0400 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/creative-photos.htmld23a54b540c474d27b6547eeff503004[video]Do you think that creative photos are all about having complete freedom? Wrong! I think it's just the opposite. Restrictions are what really mae us creative photographers. Watch this video to find out more, and get some ideas of restrictions you can impose on yourself to boost your photographic creativity. Tue, 25 Sep 2012 09:11:45 -0400 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/camera-protection.htmle1dc2edd59d9bc9c93863769c2ff61e7[video] Shower caps are not just for use on your head! They can be used for camera protection too! Find out how to create a DIY shower cap camera cover in this short video. Tue, 18 Sep 2012 09:09:36 -0400 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/wide-angle-lens.htmlf2460f3b029865509bd46b01b8f5730c[video]Are you using your wide angle lens just so you can fit more stuff in the frame? Here are 7 great tips to help you get the most out of your wide angle. Using a wide angle lens properly can produce dramatic results that pull the viewer right into your image. Tue, 11 Sep 2012 09:24:09 -0400 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/digital-night-photography.html437c52e06c880dce8546510835e38427[video] Have you ever wondered what shutter speed to use to capture star points, and not star trails? In this short video on digital night photography, Julie reveals the simple formula to calculate the maximum shutter speed you can use to keep those stars looking like points. Tue, 4 Sep 2012 09:42:23 -0400 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/photo-challenges-sept-2012.htmlef844902a292d5960ac5e8e4d46388fdYou are invited to participate in Ultimate Photo Tips monthly photo challenges. Grab your gear, and let's go! This month's topic is Abstracts. Sat, 1 Sep 2012 15:00:10 -0400 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/people-in-nature-photography.html23ec2d699ea41c5a39e074ff309ece53Do you tend to avoid including people in nature photography? In this short video, Julie gives two good reasons to change your practice, and start including people in your nature and landscape shots. Tue, 21 Aug 2012 14:59:21 -0400 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/bulb-mode.html617582cf41e5068adb282b541e381759Bulb mode on your camera explained in a short video. Julie describes how you use it, how it works, and why you would choose this mode of shooting. Tue, 14 Aug 2012 10:22:04 -0400 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/photo-challenges-aug-2012.htmlad590aa7dfb16c97f6684f98fbf6b495You are invited to participate in Ultimate Photo Tips monthly photo challenges. Grab your gear, and let's go! This month's topic is Rust. Wed, 1 Aug 2012 10:10:26 -0400 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/how-to-hold-a-camera.html1c4d0f293d21e44e85a9aac34f68c247Video: Are you making this common mistake when holding your camera? Learn how to hold a camera properly to maximize your stability and reduce blur due to camera shake. A quick but useful tip! Tue, 31 Jul 2012 11:05:04 -0400 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/color-in-photography.html8165e8c09ac0532a7412b5ba1409ed53Video: Color in photography can be used to convey emotion and mood. Choose colors that are consistent with your message to tell a strong story. Tue, 24 Jul 2012 09:07:34 -0400 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/digital-photography-technique.html0b96d98f0297fd2e8bd3346ad4aaaad3Improve your digital photography technique with our video series, Two Minute Photo Tips. These short and helpful videos are an easy way to pick up some great tips. Topics include everything from camera settings and exposure, to creativity, technique, and story-telling. Thu, 19 Jul 2012 16:27:17 -0400 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/aperture-priority.html1865644db0afd00bf630d148b4609b45Aperture priority mode on your camera explained in a short video. Julie describes how you use it, how it works, and why you would choose this mode of shooting. Thu, 19 Jul 2012 15:47:44 -0400 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/photo-challenges-july-2012.html5d9520b93d2ac6a5f2b947e6caaa354dYou are invited to participate in Ultimate Photo Tips monthly photo challenges. Grab your gear, and let's go! This month's topic is Signs. Sun, 1 Jul 2012 16:38:09 -0400 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/photo-challenges-june-2012.htmlc7674612a6f9cb718cd78074f66a8dc2You are invited to participate in Ultimate Photo Tips monthly photo challenges. Grab your gear, and let's go! This month's topic is Roads. Fri, 1 Jun 2012 09:10:04 -0400 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/water-photography.html096cd477db1bc7875ed6066b40496456Barbara Bender shares loads of creative and original ideas for doing water photography of water in all its states, from liquid to frozen. She also provides some useful tips to help you get the technical details right. Enjoy her helpful explanations and her stunning images! Tue, 8 May 2012 13:36:58 -0400 http://www.ultimate-photo-tips.com/photo-tips-contact-us.htmlc0d5b1922255f3bba65e617ac4164266Contact Ultimate Photo Tips with your comments or questions. Fri, 4 May 2012 10:13:04 -0400