Outdoor Photography How To

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Ron Leach  |  Apr 14, 2025

Do you understand the benefits of shooting in Manual mode, but you're still struggling to achieve the right combination of settings when photography birds?  If so, this tutorial from the Flying Parrot Photography YouTube channel will quickly simplify the process.

Ron Leach  |  Apr 14, 2025

Want to capture stunning ultra-wide photos with your iPhone? Most folks don't understand how to how to use the Panorama mode correctly, but this quick tutorial from the iPhone Photography School explains everything necessary to get the job done with ease.

Ron Leach  |  Apr 11, 2025

Adobe has updated Photoshop's frequently used Hue/Saturation tool, and this tutorial from  PHLEARN explores the myriad of improvements in less than 10 minutes. As you'll see, this latest version is quicker and easier to use, delivers precise results, and features a bold, new, intuitive interface.

Ron Leach  |  Apr 11, 2025

Yesterday we provided an important warning about the finite lifespan of your camera and why  it's essential that you check shutter count regularly to anticipate costly repairs, missed shots on location, or even a total breakdown. We're following up on that today with a couple less-dire maintenance hacks from pro Andy Rouse.

Ron Leach  |  Apr 10, 2025

We're all looking for new ways to expand our repertoire and b&w infrared (IR) photography is a great technique for capturing awe-inspiring images with an otherworldly look. Today's quick tutorial with instructor Richard Herzog demonstrates how easy it is to get the job done in the camera.

Ron Leach  |  Apr 10, 2025

This tutorial from the PHLOG Photography YouTube channel is different from others they share that typically take a deep dive into a single technique from beginning to end. Instead, the goal of today's episode is to provide an overview of Adjustment Layers in general and demonstrate why they should play a prominent role in your everyday Photoshop workflow.

Ron Leach  |  Apr 09, 2025

So you've done all your post-processing homework and the results you achieve still leave something to be desired. What's up with that? According to instructor Steve Arnold, it may be because you're making five "huge" editing mistakes that are super easy to fix.

Ron Leach  |  Apr 08, 2025

Last week we featured an interesting video from one of favorite wildlife and landscape photographers who insists that your camera's Aperture Priority mode is preferable to shooting in Manual for certain situations. We're following up on that today with a quick tutorial from Vanessa Joy who demonstrates how to use shutter speed to capture images with a variety of creative effects.

Ron Leach  |  Apr 08, 2025

Have you ever been out in the field on a spectacular day, only to return home, open the images on the computer and discover that they're unacceptably soft? We've all suffered this misfortune at least once, and today's tutorial from Photography Explained reveals three oft-ignored "secrets" for resolving the problem with whatever camera and lens you currently own.

Ron Leach  |  Apr 07, 2025

Here's another quick post-processing tutorial from instructor Scott Davenport that photographers of all skill levels can use to significantly enhance cityscape photos, landscape scenes, and adjust any other outdoor images that need a bit more oomph. It's all about when and how to use Lightroom's powerful Dehaze tool.

Ron Leach  |  Apr 04, 2025

We've all heard the blather from so-called purists who insist that "you're not a real photographer unless you shoot in Manual mode."  Well, some beg to differ, including today's instructor Simon d'Entremont who explains why many pros (including himself) prefer Aperture Priority (AV) mode instead.

Ron Leach  |  Apr 03, 2025

Today's inspirational how-to video from The Photographic Eye YouTube channel takes a close look into why some scenes literally beg to rendered in b&w, with a specific emphasis on the interplay between deep shadows and other areas within the frame. The episode begins with a request that you "think about the first time you fell in love with photography."

Ron Leach  |  Apr 03, 2025

It may still be a bit cool for a swim at the beach, but that doesn’t mean it's too early in the season for a sensuous boudoir shoot on a nice day. And that's what you'll learn how to do in this behind-the-scenes tutorial from acclaimed expert Michael Sasser.

Ron Leach  |  Apr 02, 2025

Earlier this morning with posted a video explaining the best iPhone camera settings to use to capture photos with maximum quality. We're following up on that now in this tutorial from pro Any Rouse with a variety of high-action shooting techniques for birds in flight that can be employed with whatever camera system you use.

Ron Leach  |  Apr 02, 2025

If you want to make the most of your iPhone camera you've come to the right place for achieving the highest possible image quality and a faster workflow. Today's tutorial from the Reeflex Camera YouTube channel demonstrates everything you need to know for getting the job done to perfection

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