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Lorin R. Robinson  |  Jun 27, 2014  |  First Published: May 01, 2014

The skies have been a source of fascination for humankind since our earliest days. But only in the past 100 years or so has photography provided tools to enable people to capture, view, and enjoy the astonishing images astronomers were privileged to see in their elaborate telescopes.

Ron Leach  |  Jul 14, 2023

You've probably admired photos of the nighttime skies and the Milky Way, and thought these amazing images required specialized equipment and were beyond your skills. But guess what, this is a misconception as you'll see in this beginners guide from our friends at the Photo Genius YouTube channel.

Ron Leach  |  Aug 14, 2025

Are you finally ready to give astrophotography a try and capture some spectacular  images of the sparkling nighttime sky? Whether you're new to the game or just looking for few quick tricks, this beginners guide will prepare you for challenge.

Ron Leach  |  Jun 27, 2017

We’ll let you in on a little secret about all those spectacular photos of starlit skies that you wish you could take yourself: Astrophotography is easier than you think—especially if you learn the eight tips in the one-minute video below.

Ron Leach  |  Jul 12, 2017

You may be surprised to learn that long-exposure photography at night can be accomplished without any specialized equipment, and if you watch this two-minute tutorial from Mango Street you’ll be able to easily capture stellar images of starlit skies.

Ron Leach  |  Oct 07, 2025

We all look forward to those "perfect" days in the field when we're greeted by beautiful light, eye-catching blue skies with billowing clouds, and an enchanting scene with interesting depth and dimension throughout the frame.

Ron Leach  |  Aug 29, 2017

Whenever we feature the beautiful imagery of British nature photographer Simon Baxter we’re struck by his thoughtful, cerebral approach to our craft and the remarkable patience he exhibits in an attempt to get just the shot he’s after.

Ron Leach  |  Dec 02, 2016

Luke Shadbolt is a photographer who specializes in action sports, lifestyle and fashion. But his real passion is water photography, as you can see from these amazing images from a series he calls “Maelstrom.”

Ron Leach  |  Jul 02, 2025

Today we're taking a close look at why one of our favorite instructors insists that "Auto ISO is the secret tool for better exposure in any light." While everyone is familiar with this mode, Hamed explains that the secret nature of the oft-ignored setting is than many folks fail to understand all of its benefits and how to them to use.

Ron Leach  |  Sep 01, 2021

Have you ever shot an outdoor portrait, or other image with a strong foreground subject, but wished the background was more attractive? If so, you won’t want to miss this quick Photoshop video.

Mike Stensvold  |  Mar 01, 2005

Autofocusing is one of the best things that's ever happened to the SLR camera. I didn't think so while testing early examples when the AF SLR era began back in 1985, but a lot of progress has happened in the ensuing two decades. Today's AF SLR cameras, film and digital, will focus more quickly and accurately than most photographers can. Naturally, the higher-end...

Ron Leach  |  Jul 29, 2021

Summer is in full swing, but autumn is right around the corner. That means it’s time to bone up on your technique so you’ll be ready for the change of seasons. Today’s Photoshop video explains a simple color grading technique that provides a beautiful fall effect.

Ron Leach  |  Sep 16, 2024

The autumnal equinox takes place Sunday, September 22 and marks the transition from summer to fall. Not only do weather patterns change and the days get increasing shorter, but the new season requires a different approach to nature and landscape photography.

Ron Leach  |  Jun 21, 2024

There's no denying that photography can be an expensive pursuit, whether you're an avoid amateur or a working pro with a boatload of high-end equipment. In either case it's important to protect gear properly so that everything remains it top condition and performs as it should. In this video you'll learn several pro tips for doing just that.

Ron Leach  |  Apr 03, 2023

This tutorial is about a common image-killing editing error that you may be guilty of yourself, and demonstrates how easy it is to fix. It’s all about using the wrong Lightroom slider for certain simple tasks when there’s a better approach that’s just as easy to implement

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