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Digital Photography Lesson – Compositing 3 of 4

I caught this show on my television and absolutely love it. I wish it was on more often. I tivo-ed it and figured I’d share it with others. If you want to learn more about taking great photography, this is the show. This one is about compositing.

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DIY photography equipment: Laptop holder for photography tripod

SmokingStrobes.com In this video I introduce you to a valuable piece of DIY photography equipment it’s the thing you use to hang your laptop onto your tripod when shooting tethered to your digital camera. I searched for something like this in photography equipment shops for a while but was not able to find it. So I went the Do It Yourself route – and it worked quite well. The holder I am going to show you comes literally at a shoestring budget. It’s a nice prop for your home photo studio. It is really easy to make. I am really not good on homemade DIY photography equipment, so if I can do it – anybody can. Check out more cool photography ideas: SmokingStrobes.com

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DIY photography equipment: Laptop holder for photography tripod

SmokingStrobes.com In this video I introduce you to a valuable piece of DIY photography equipment it’s the thing you use to hang your laptop onto your tripod when shooting tethered to your digital camera. I searched for something like this in photography equipment shops for a while but was not able to find it. So I went the Do It Yourself route – and it worked quite well. The holder I am going to show you comes literally at a shoestring budget. It’s a nice prop for your home photo studio. It is really easy to make. I am really not good on homemade DIY photography equipment, so if I can do it – anybody can. Check out more cool photography ideas: SmokingStrobes.com

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How to Paint a Portrait

Expand the description and view the text of the steps for this how-to video. Check out Howcast for other do-it-yourself videos from filmFlicka and more videos in the Painting Techniques category. You can contribute too! Create your own DIY guide at www.howcast.com or produce your own Howcast spots with the Howcast Filmmakers Program at www.howcast.com It’s like a personal photo, except classier, and you can make the model look slightly more attractive than they really are. To complete this How-To you will need: An easel A volunteer model Directional lights A camera Drawing and painting surfaces A sketching medium, like charcoal or pencil Brushes Paints Step 1: Set up Set up your easel. Step 2: Let the model dress Let the model, who should be dressed and coiffed in the way they want to be immortalized, get comfortable. Step 3: Pose the model Pose the model in a way that is comfortable, but interesting. Tip: Do not let the model show teeth. They’ll end up looking like a monster, or worse. Step 4: Light from the side Light the model from the side with a powerful, directional light. Avoid flat light. Step 5: Take pictures Take a lot of photos. Step 6: Give your model a break Give your model a short break. Step 7: Sketch your model Sketch your model in charcoal, conté, pencil, or pastels. Tip: Try to get a handle on the composition, contrast and the shape of the face. Pay special attention to particularly interesting features, like the shape of the model’s eyes or nose. Step 8

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How To Take Pictures in Shadow

Frustrated by tricky shadows and softer light? These steps make shooting in the shade a breeze.

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    How To Take Pictures in Bright Sunlight

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    Digital Photography Lesson – Compositing 4 of 4

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    Digital Photography Lesson – Fall Foliage 4 of 4

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    Digital Photography Lesson – Fall Foliage 3 of 4

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    Digital Photography Lesson – Compositing 1 of 4

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