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- [Enroll In Our Online Photography Course](https://photographyicon.com/enroll_photo_course/) - Icon Photography School is an online photography school that specializes in teaching new and experienced photographers how to take professional photographs. What you will learn Our interactive online photography course is composed of 11 comprehensive lessons that will provide you with a strong foundation on which to build your personal photography portfolio. This course curriculum
- [Retouching Skin in Photoshop. Making Bad Skin Look Good](https://photographyicon.com/retouching-skin-in-photoshop-making-bad-skin-look-good/) - Photoshop. Making Bad Skin Look Good” width=”620″ height=”242″ /> Here is a quick Photoshop tutorial on how to make bad skin look great. Retouching skin is not a simple task. You can easily overdo it and make the skin look unnaturally airbrushed and almost cartoonish. That being said, with some care and a few practice
- [How To Get Rid of Gray Hair in Photoshop](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-get-rid-of-gray-hair-in-photoshop/) - Removing gray hair using Photoshop is a great way to give yourself a digital hair dye. As with most Photoshop techniques, the trick is to make your changes without making the photograph appear unnatural. In the above photograph notice how I removed most of the gray hair from the man’s head but there are still
- [HDR Expose](https://photographyicon.com/hdr-expose/) - Photo by Duncan Rawlinson This is just a quick post to you let you know that Unified Color has a new High Dynamic Range software application out. It’s called HDR Expose. We’ve only played around with it briefly but this looks to be right up there with the best HDR software. There is a free
- [Getting Your Photography Education Online](https://photographyicon.com/photography-education-online/) - Wondering if you should get your photography education online? This page has all the answers.
- [What Is The Best Way To Learn Photography?](https://photographyicon.com/what-is-the-best-way-to-learn-photography/) - Ever wonder what the best way to learn photography is? This page explains it.
- [137 of the Best Gifts For Photographers](https://photographyicon.com/gifts-for-photographers/) - A list of the best photography gifts of the year and where to get discounts on them. Find the best gifts for photographers on this page.
- [Video Lecture About Portrait Photography](https://photographyicon.com/video-lecture-about-portrait-photography/) - Fantastic 2 hour video lecture about portrait photography.
- [Canon 5DS And Canon 5DSR](https://photographyicon.com/canon-5ds-and-canon-5dsr/) - Canon has just announced two new 50MP DSLR. The megapixel wars are back on!
- [HDR In Abode Lightroom CC](https://photographyicon.com/hdr-in-abode-lightroom-cc/) - In the upcoming version of Adobe Lightroom CC (supposedly today) you can do HDR without having to use Photoshop itself. Check out all the new features here.
- [The Complete Guide For Shooting Spirograph Light Paintings](https://photographyicon.com/the-complete-guide-for-shooting-spirograph-light-paintings/) - Spirographs are a unique form of light painting where a mesmerizing patterns is being light painting into the sensor. It is kinda the adult version of this kids art game. Interestingly, Spirographs are really easy to create and only require a flashlight, a camera and a dark room. Jason D. Page just put together a
- [What 8 million Instagram Followers Does To Your Notifications](https://photographyicon.com/what-8-million-instagram-followers-does-to-your-notifications/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zGl796352RI This is what your notification screen looks like when you post to Instagram account with 8 Million followers. The video is by Instagram user @433 The best Instagram accounts to follow. What can you learn from Instagram photographers? Start learning photography today!
- [Handy Keychain tips](https://photographyicon.com/handy-keychain-tips/) - Handy tips from thefrugalfilmmaker (especially the one about keeping a washer on your keychain for tripod mounts)
- [10 Secrets for Taking Stunning Landscape Photos Like a Pro](https://photographyicon.com/10-secrets-for-taking-stunning-landscape-photos-like-a-pro/) - As a photographer, capturing stunning landscape photos can be both rewarding and challenging. From majestic mountains and cascading waterfalls to peaceful forests and expansive oceans, there are endless possibilities for beautiful landscape photography. However, capturing these scenes in a way that truly captures their beauty and majesty can be a daunting task. To help you
- [Dreamy Snowstorm Photo Locations for Winter Wonders](https://photographyicon.com/snowstorm-photo-locations/) - Winter SnowStorm Photo by Duncan Rawlinson Snowstorms can be a beautiful and unique time for photography. Here are some ideas for locations to make photos during and after a snowstorm: City streets: The snow can add a magical, almost fairytale-like quality to city streets. Try capturing the snowfall against the backdrop of buildings, streetlights, and
- [New Features in Adobe Lightroom Classic (October 2025)](https://photographyicon.com/new-features-in-adobe-lightroom-classic-october-2025/) - Adobe has released a major update to Lightroom Classic (version 15.0) with faster performance, smarter AI tools, and new workflow features. Full details are available on Adobe’s official release notes. Performance Enhancements Faster live previews when hovering over Presets, History, and Snapshots. Hold Shift to pause previews. Smoother cropping performance, especially with Soft Proofing enabled.
- [Boy with a rare brain disorder lives dream to be an nba basketball star](https://photographyicon.com/boy-with-a-rare-brain-disorder-lives-dream-to-be-an-nba-basketball-star/) - Joshua was born with a Vein of Galen Malformation. He has a malformation in the blood vessels of his brain that steals blood from the rest of the brain. He has had 6 strokes, left weakness, epilepsy, intellectual disabilities. He is the eldest surviving child with his condition in Australia. Joshua’s condition is now considered
- [The Basics of Light and Flash Photography](https://photographyicon.com/the-basics-of-light-and-flash-photography/) - A quick photography video that shows you how to work with available light and use your flash.
- [Best Digital Camera for Under $300](https://photographyicon.com/best-digital-camera-for-under-300/) - I get a lot of new photography students asking questions about purchasing their next “upgrade” camera. Usually it’s a debate between price and camera quality. I find that most people want to advance from their beginner level cameras and often move on to something with a higher megapixel count and more manual control. Well for
- [Best digital camera for under $100](https://photographyicon.com/best-digital-camera-for-under-100/) - In my last blog post of this sequence I’m going to highlight what I think the best digital camera is for under $100 (See also: under $200 and under $300). While most consumer cameras range in the $200 - $500 range there are nevertheless good options available for digital cameras that are less than $100
- [NASA Earth Day Photos 2015](https://photographyicon.com/nasa-earth-day-photos-2015/) - NASA just released these photos for Earth Day 2015: view more of these photos on the NASA website
- [100 Mind Blowing Photographs](https://photographyicon.com/100-mind-blowing-photographs/) - 100 examples of spectacularphotography. You can learn from these photographers to improve your photography.
- [Behind Donald Trump's Iconic Photoshoot Portrait](https://photographyicon.com/behind-the-scenes-of-donald-trumps-iconic-photoshoot-how-this-striking-portrait-was-created/) - This photoshoot presents a carefully orchestrated image, highlighting the subject’s authority, gravitas, and crafted public persona. Below is a detailed analysis of both the final black-and-white portrait and the behind-the-scenes setup. Analysis of the Final Portraits Composition and Posture: The subject is seated in a confident and assertive pose, with one knee raised and hands
- [Adobe Lightroom Classic 12.3: AI Denoise and New Features](https://photographyicon.com/adobe-lightroom-classic-12-3/) - Adobe has released a major update to Lightroom Classic in April 2023, version 12.3. This update introduces several new features and enhancements that make editing and managing your photos more efficient and powerful. AI-Powered Denoise One of the standout features in this release is the AI-powered Denoise tool, which efficiently removes noise from Bayer or
- [How To Frame A Photograph](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-frame-a-photograph/) - If you’re relatively new to photography you have undoubtedly had difficulties properly framing a photograph. This is not something that only happens to amateur photographers, it is a problem that all photographers face no matter of their experience levels. However, some elements of photographic framing become second nature to you after a while. Meaning as
- [Filters More Commonly Used With Color Photography](https://photographyicon.com/filters-more-commonly-used-with-color-photography/) - Below is the list of popular filters which are used with color photography. We have outlined the most popular ones which will have a dramatic impact on your final product. Ultraviolet Filters Ultraviolet light is invisible to the human eye but it is picked up on camera film. This is another reason why amateur photographers
- [How To Sell Your Photographs Online](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-sell-your-photographs-online/) - Learn how to sell your photographs online.
- [Stock Image Submission Case Study & Review](https://photographyicon.com/stock-image-submission-case-study-review/) - After speaking with a few of our photography students today I decided that I will conduct a test to see which is the best stock photography site for photographers looking to sell their images online. This case study will be updated over the next 30 days to include information on the image submission process, the
- [Free Flash Photography Website Templates](https://photographyicon.com/free-flash-photography-website-templates/) - Over the last few months I have noticed more and more photographers asking me how to upload their images online using “visually impressive flash technology”. But there is a catch. These photographers want FREE flash photography website templates. They don’t want regular personal or business flash templates, they want a website template built specifically for
- [How ISO Speed Effects Digital Photographs](https://photographyicon.com/how-iso-speed-effects-digital-photographs/) - Most digital cameras have ISO speed control built within them. In film cameras ISO speed is a gauge of a films sensitivity to light. The higher the ISO number the more sensitive the film is. This is why photographers will use lower ISO Speeds such as (100 or 200) when shooting outdoors in bright conditions
- [What is the difference between a digital camera and a digital SLR camera?](https://photographyicon.com/what-is-the-difference-between-a-digital-camera-and-a-digital-slr-camera/) - The other day I was in a camera shop and overheard a customer talking with a store clerk about the differences between digital cameras and digital SLR cameras. I have both and use both for varying reasons. But it was nevertheless interesting to hear how store employees tried up-selling a digital SLR (Single Lens Reflex)
- [Essential Add Ons For Photographers.](https://photographyicon.com/essential-ad-ons-for-photographers/) - If you are looking for a new way to boost your photography portfolio’s impressiveness you may want to consider looking into buying new lenses or filters. These add ons can range in price from $10 to thousands of dollars but there are a few “must have” add ons for your digital and film cameras. While
- [How To Remove Wrinkles in Photoshop](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-remove-wrinkles-in-photoshop/) - Removing wrinkles from a person in a photograph is a fairly easy process. There are different ways of getting rid of wrinkles in a photograph but the best way (and the easiest way) I’ve found is to use the “spot healing brush tool” (see below). Other ways leave noticeable blur marks and are more time
- [Fun With Photography](https://photographyicon.com/fun-with-photography/) - Why So Serious?! Sometimes learning photography can be a little dull and scientific. Apertures, f-stops and ISOs can get a little too technical and tedious sometimes. We've tried to make our online photography class fun and engaging but even with our class the details of learning photography can be a little dry sometimes. Given that,
- [How To Take Jumping Photos](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-take-jumping-photos/) - Everywhere we go it seems like people want to take photos of each other jumping in the air! And why not? It’s great fun and you can get some really fun and energetic photos this way. Based on the number of people who seem to try to take the same photo over and over it
- [Orange Skies: How Forest Fires Revealed Camera White Balance](https://photographyicon.com/apocalyptic-orange-skies-how-forest-fires-unexpectedly-unveiled-the-intricacies-of-camera-white-balance/) - White balance is a feature in cameras that adjusts the colors in a photograph so that they look natural to the human eye. It does this by compensating for the color of the light in the environment. Different light sources—such as sunlight, fluorescent lights, or incandescent bulbs—emit different color temperatures, which can cause the colors
- [328 Eye-Catching Photography Themes for Creativity](https://photographyicon.com/photography-themes/) - Massive list of great themes to inspire photographers looking for something to photograph. Spoiler alert, there is always something to shoot.
- [How to Use Grok 2 for AI Photograph Creation](https://photographyicon.com/unlocking-creativity-how-to-use-grok-2-for-photograph-creation/) - In the era of artificial intelligence, where technology and creativity intersect, Grok 2, developed by xAI, emerges as a unique tool not just for answering questions but also for sparking visual creativity. Here’s how you can leverage Grok 2 to enhance or even create photographs: 1. Understanding Grok 2’s Visual Capabilities Image Generation: Grok 2
- [How To Automatically Remove Objects from Photos in Photoshop](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-automatically-remove-objects-from-photos-in-photoshop/) - A video by the folks at Phlearn showing you how to remove things from photos automatically.
- [Featured Student: Michael Schwerberger](https://photographyicon.com/featured-student-001/) - A feature post on one of Icon Photography School's best students.
- [Light Painting Lecture](https://photographyicon.com/light-painting-lecture/) - A video lecture on how to do great light painting photography.
- [Photographer Profile: Mark Gee](https://photographyicon.com/photographer-profile-mark-gee/) - Video profile of astrophotograher Mark gee.
- [Photo Links December 2nd 2014](https://photographyicon.com/photo-links-december-2nd-2014/) - Some of the most interesting links in photography on December 2nd 2014.
- [Photo Links December 9th 2014](https://photographyicon.com/photo-links-december-9th-2014/) - The most interesting links around the world of photography for December 9th 2014.
- [Before You Wake Up](https://photographyicon.com/before-you-wake-up/) - A video about Janez Tolar a landscape photographer.
- [Panorama Merge In Abode Lightroom CC](https://photographyicon.com/panorama-merge-in-abode-lightroom-cc/) - The upcoming version of Adobe Lightroom CC (supposedly today) has an amazing new Panorama feature. Check out all the new features here.
- [Carl Zeiss Batis Lens](https://photographyicon.com/carl-zeiss-batis-lens/) - Everything you need to know about these incredible pieces of glass
- [Introducing Contrast | The Art of Photography](https://photographyicon.com/introducing-contrast-the-art-of-photography/) - Contrast is a new project that I’m going to be introducing to the show in the next few weeks. Its going to be an online magazine website that features up and coming photographers that are doing some amazing work. Stay tuned over the next week as we’ll start putting all of this together. Contrast will
- [Largest. Pano. Ever](https://photographyicon.com/largest-pano-ever/) - This panorama photo is the largest panorama ever taken. It is quite a feat of photography to achieve something like this.
- [Photos of Winter Waves Capture the Power of Mother Nature - Feature Shoot](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-winter-waves-capture-the-power-of-mother-nature-feature-shoot/) - For his series Wave Pacific, photographer Scott Hoyle captures that chaotic and sublime moment when two opposing forces simultaneously collide together in a burst of emotion. In stark black and white, each violent crash is unique in shape and form. The dark background in contrast with the whiteness of the wave indicates an absence of
- [Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2015](https://photographyicon.com/wildlife-photographer-of-the-year-2015-2/) - Online gallery2015: View the grand title winners and all award-winning images from animal portraits to underwater photography. Source: Grand title winners / Online gallery 2015 | Wildlife Photographer of the Year
- [Photos of the Week: 11/21-11/27 - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-the-week-1121-1127-the-atlantic/) - Winter weather in China, Europe, and the United States, a Martian panorama, a neighborhood in flames in Manila, demonstrations in Chicago, the Thanksgiving Day parade in New York City, and much more. Source: Photos of the Week: 11/21-11/27 – The Atlantic
- [JPEGmini claims no loss of perceptual quality, up to 80% smaller files](https://photographyicon.com/jpegmini-claims-no-loss-of-perceptual-quality-up-to-80-smaller-files/) - Most of us think of image compression as a necessary evil. It makes our files more manageable, but reduces the quality of our images and can undo the incremental benefits of buying more pixels and better lenses. But can better compression make file sizes even smaller without any extra image quality cost? Beamr, the company behind the JPEGmini application, thinks it’s
- [The Last Word on James Dean and Dennis Stock](https://photographyicon.com/the-last-word-on-james-dean-and-dennis-stock/) - A look back on the relationship between James Dean and Dennis Stock, who shot the classic Life magazine photo essay on the actor. Source: The Last Word on James Dean and Dennis Stock – The New York Times
- [2016 Audubon Photography Awards](https://photographyicon.com/2016-audubon-photography-awards/) - Spectacular wildlife photography: the winners and runners-up from the 2016 Audubon Photography Awards competition. Source: 2016 Audubon Photography Awards – The Atlantic
- [2016 International Drone Photography Contest Winners](https://photographyicon.com/2016-international-drone-photography-contest-winners/) - We are very excited to announce the winners of the 3rd annualInternational Drone Photography Contest.Thousands of entries were submitted from everywhere in the world by talented professional p Source: 2016 International Drone Photography Contest | Dronestagram
- [Celebrating Earth's Beauty | NASA](https://photographyicon.com/celebrating-earths-beauty-nasa/) - Celebrating Earth's Beauty | NASA.
- [Best Digital Camera for Under $200](https://photographyicon.com/best-digital-camera-for-under-200/) - I’ve already received some responses from my last post about the best camera on the market right now for under $300 and I’ve been inspired to write another article on the best camera for less than $200. After speaking with people and reading reviews online I’ve concluded that one of the best value for money
- [Backpacking with a DSLR](https://photographyicon.com/backpacking-with-a-dslr/) - I'm currently in the Swiss Alps unwinding after traveling for 2 months. Life is tough when you take a mini vacation on your vacation right?! I've had some time to write so I thought I'd write a little post about the feasibility of bringing a DSLR and a few lenses on a backpacking trip. Here's
- [Getting Close Is Critical For Stunning Photographs](https://photographyicon.com/close/) - The difference between getting close and shooting a great image vs being too far away and shooting a mediocre image.
- [Learn The Importance of Scale In Photography](https://photographyicon.com/scale/) - A description of why scale is so important in photography. Examples of how your mind interprets scale are included
- [Free Twitter Header Photos and the Twitter Header Photoshop Template](https://photographyicon.com/twitter-header-photos/) - Free Twitter headers to pimp your Twitter profile page and a template that allows you to align the Twitter Header and your avatar perfectly.
- [Fastest Way To Learn a Camera's Manual](https://photographyicon.com/learn-your-manual/) - photo by mustafasayed I'll just put this here: You could try learn your camera's manual by reading it, just be aware that you may actually die of boredom. So what is the fast way to learn a camera manual? Put it near your toilet! That's right leave it near your toilet and you will pick
- [27 Most Astonishing Time-Lapses Of 2014](https://photographyicon.com/27-most-astonishing-time-lapses-of-2014/) - 27 of the very best time lapse videos of the year 2014.
- [Epic Timelapse From Austria](https://photographyicon.com/epic-timelapse-from-austria/) - Filmspektakel created an absolutely stunning timelapse from Austria. It's a must watch.
- [APOD: 2015 May 2 - M51: The Whirlpool Galaxy](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-may-2-m51-the-whirlpool-galaxy/) - A different astronomy and space sciencerelated image is featured each day, along with a brief explanation. Source: APOD: 2015 May 2 - M51: The Whirlpool Galaxy
- [Seaweed Farms in South Korea From Space!](https://photographyicon.com/seaweed-farms-in-south-korea-from-space/)
- [Crazy Rig](https://photographyicon.com/crazy-rig/) - Source: Nikon Miami: TRIAXEZ shoulder mounted triple axis shooting system
- [Tips from a Pro: The Enchanting Wave Photography of Ray Collins ](https://photographyicon.com/tips-from-a-pro-the-enchanting-wave-photography-of-ray-collins/) - "I bought my first camera in 2007 due to having a lot of downtime with a knee injury, and I just read and re-read the manual and started playing around with light. I have always been a surfer and live with the ocean right at my doorstep, so it felt like a natural progression to
- [Mars Curiosity Photo](https://photographyicon.com/mars-curiosity-photo/) - Mars Curiosity Rover captured quite a nice pic! Very Ansel Adams... This image was taken by Mastcam: Left (MAST_LEFT) onboard NASA's Mars rover Curiosity on Sol 956 (2015-04-15 15:50:31 UTC). Image Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/MSSS
- [New Flickr Stuff!](https://photographyicon.com/new-flickr-stuff/) - Flickr blog: Over the last year, we’ve been hard at work building an end-to-end solution for managing the photos in your life, so you can focus on the fun part of creating and sharing your memories. Explore the powerful tools that make Flickr the home for all your photos. Source: It’s finally easy to upload,
- [2015 Venice Biennale - The Big Picture - The Boston Globe](https://photographyicon.com/2015-venice-biennale-the-big-picture-the-boston-globe/) - The prestigious Venice Biennale kicks off this weekend, exhibiting contemporary artists from 89 countries around the world for the 56th year. The city of Venice will be buzzing with art aficionados and enthusiasts viewing throughout the Arsenal, pavilions and locations throughout the historic city. Source: 2015 Venice Biennale - The Big Picture - The Boston
- [Oil spill in California - The Big Picture](https://photographyicon.com/oil-spill-in-california-the-big-picture/) - A section of pipeline off Refugio State Beach in California ruptured on Tuesday, spilling about 105,000 gallons of crude oil. Nine miles of the scenic coast are affected and the governor declared a state of emergency. Crews have been cleaning the habitat and helping the wildlife caught in the oil slick all week. Source: Oil
- [Photos of the Week: 5/16-5/22 - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-the-week-516-522-the-atlantic/) - This week we have photos of an 80-foot-high tire in Michigan, dozens of Siberian students smashed into a car, two volcanic eruptions, yet another nail house in China, synchronized swimmers in a pond at the Chelsea Flower Show, a view from the top of the 104-story One World Trade Center, cows on the beach along
- [Astronomy Picture of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/astronomy-picture-of-the-day-3/) - A different astronomy and space sciencerelated image is featured each day, along with a brief explanation. Source: Astronomy Picture of the Day
- [An Exclusive Early Look At The New Google Photos App](https://photographyicon.com/an-exclusive-early-look-at-the-new-google-photos-app/) - We've been hearing for a very long time - virtually ever since Vic Gundotra left Google+, with more rumors springing up recently - that Photos would be spl... by Liam Spradlin in Exclusives, Google, Leaks, News Source: An Exclusive Early Look At The New Google Photos App
- [Badass Telescope: Dragonfly](https://photographyicon.com/badass-telescope-dragonfly/) - Dragonfly is an innovative, multi-lens array designed for ultra-low surface brightness astronomy at visible wavelengths. Commissioned in 2013 with only three lenses, the array is growing in size and proving capable of detecting extremely faint, complex structure around galaxies. Source: Dragonfly - Dunlap Institute
- [Scenes From Underground - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/scenes-from-underground-the-atlantic/) - Caves and tunnels have always been part of human life. Source: Scenes From Underground - The Atlantic
- [Deadly Storms Hammer Mexico and Texas - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/deadly-storms-hammer-mexico-and-texas-the-atlantic/) - Devastating storms that brought tornadoes and 11 inches of rainfall to the Great Plains, Midwest, and northern Mexico, continue to cause serious flooding in Texas and parts of Oklahoma. Source: Deadly Storms Hammer Mexico and Texas - The Atlantic
- [Photos of the Week: 5/23-5/29 - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-the-week-523-529-the-atlantic/) - This week, we have photos of the oppressive heatwave in India, a high walkway made of musical glass planks in China, an aerial view of Chicago at night, rescued baby iguanas in Costa Rica, the 88th annual Scripps National Spelling Bee, and much more. Source: Photos of the Week: 5/23-5/29 - The Atlantic
- [APOD: 2015 June 5 - Green Flash at Moonrise](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-june-5-green-flash-at-moonrise/) - A different astronomy and space sciencerelated image is featured each day, along with a brief explanation. Source: APOD: 2015 June 5 - Green Flash at Moonrise
- [APOD: 2015 June 6 - Into the Void](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-june-6-into-the-void/) - A different astronomy and space sciencerelated image is featured each day, along with a brief explanation. Source: APOD: 2015 June 6 - Into the Void
- [Photographer Scans Every Item He Consumes Over 14 Years, Builds Astonishing Collages - Feature Shoot](https://photographyicon.com/photographer-scans-every-item-he-consumes-over-14-years-builds-astonishing-collages-feature-shoot/) - Since 2001, Beijing-based photographer Hong Hao has been recording every single item that passes through his fingers over the course of each day, those he uses and those he discards. In a practice that he describes as a form of “bookkeeping,” he scans each object one by one, saves the images, and returns to them
- [Sony’s New α7R II Camera Delivers Innovative Imaging Experience with World’s First Back-Illuminated 35mm Full-Frame Sensor1 – Sony](https://photographyicon.com/sonys-new-α7r-ii-camera-delivers-innovative-imaging-experience-with-worlds-first-back-illuminated-35mm-full-frame-sensor1-sony/) - Source: Sony’s New α7R II Camera Delivers Innovative Imaging Experience with World’s First Back-Illuminated 35mm Full-Frame Sensor1 – Sony
- [APOD: 2015 June 12 - The Medusa Nebula](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-june-12-the-medusa-nebula/) - A different astronomy and space sciencerelated image is featured each day, along with a brief explanation. Source: APOD: 2015 June 12 - The Medusa Nebula
- [DSLR Quality Camera in Your Pocket | DxO ONE](https://photographyicon.com/dslr-quality-camera-in-your-pocket-dxo-one/) - Get the world's smallest 1-inch sensor camera and capture beautiful, high-resolution photos anywhere. Source: DSLR Quality Camera in Your Pocket | DxO ONE | www.dxo.com
- [The All-New Search and Explore: See the World As It Happens - Instagram Blog](https://photographyicon.com/the-all-new-search-and-explore-see-the-world-as-it-happens-instagram-blog/) - Today we’re excited to announce two major updates to Instagram that will help connect our community to the world as it happens: the all-new Explore page, with trending Tags and Places, and more powerful search that makes it easier to find the people, places, and tags you’re looking for. Source: The All-New Search and Explore:
- [Stephen McMennamy’s #ComboPhoto Mashups Result in Humorous Juxtapositions](https://photographyicon.com/stephen-mcmennamys-combophoto-mashups-result-in-humorous-juxtapositions/) - Photographer Stephen McMennamy merges his original photography in humorous ways to create what he calls #ComboPhotos: two photos paired to create unexpected situations, usually involving huge constrasts in scale. Tractors and heavy machinery are turned into giant mechanisms for food delivery, Source: Stephen McMennamy’s #ComboPhoto Mashups Result in Humorous Juxtapositions | Colossal
- [June 29, 2015 — Pictures of the Day - The New York Times](https://photographyicon.com/june-29-2015-pictures-of-the-day-the-new-york-times/) - Photos from Burundi, Egypt, Spain and Greece. Source: June 29, 2015 — Pictures of the Day - The New York Times
- [Saturn's Moon Dione](https://photographyicon.com/saturns-moon-dione/) - A different astronomy and space science related image is featured each day, along with a brief explanation. Source: http://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap150708.html
- [July 8, 2015 — Pictures of the Day - The New York Times](https://photographyicon.com/july-8-2015-pictures-of-the-day-the-new-york-times/) - Photos from the Philippines, Bosnia, Iran and France. Source: July 8, 2015 — Pictures of the Day - The New York Times
- [Echinopsis Cactus Flowers Seem to Explode Like Fireworks | Colossal](https://photographyicon.com/echinopsis-cactus-flowers-seem-to-explode-like-fireworks-colossal/) - Nine hours of a Cassandra flower blooming/ GIF by National GeographicTen hours of Eroica flowers / GIF by National GeographicAntimatter flowers / GIF by National GeographicEchinopsis cacti have some of the most brilliant flowers of any cactus, with vibrantly colored petals and explosive bloo Source: Echinopsis Cactus Flowers Seem to Explode Like Fireworks | Colossal
- [APOD: 2015 July 14 - New Horizons Passes Pluto and Charon](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-july-14-new-horizons-passes-pluto-and-charon/) - A different astronomy and space sciencerelated image is featured each day, along with a brief explanation. Source: APOD: 2015 July 14 - New Horizons Passes Pluto and Charon
- [APOD: 2015 July 15 - Pluto Resolved](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-july-15-pluto-resolved/) - A different astronomy and space science related image is featured each day, along with a brief explanation. Source: APOD: 2015 July 15 - Pluto Resolved
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- [APOD: 2015 October 8 - M83: The Thousand Ruby Galaxy](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-october-8-m83-the-thousand-ruby-galaxy/) - A different astronomy and space science related image is featured each day, along with a brief explanation. Source: APOD: 2015 October 8 - M83: The Thousand Ruby Galaxy
- [APOD: 2015 October 11 - In the Center of the Trifid Nebula](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-october-11-in-the-center-of-the-trifid-nebula/) - A different astronomy and space science related image is featured each day, along with a brief explanation. Source: APOD: 2015 October 11 - In the Center of the Trifid Nebula
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- [APOD: 2015 October 23 - Starburst Galaxy Messier 94](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-october-23-starburst-galaxy-messier-94/) - A different astronomy and space sciencerelated image is featured each day, along with a brief explanation. Source: APOD: 2015 October 23 - Starburst Galaxy Messier 94
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- [APOD: 2015 November 30 - In the Center of Spiral Galaxy NGC 3521](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-november-30-in-the-center-of-spiral-galaxy-ngc-3521/) - A different astronomy and space sciencerelated image is featured each day, along with a brief explanation. Source: APOD: 2015 November 30 - In the Center of Spiral Galaxy NGC 3521
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- [Inspiration: Stillness Arises](https://photographyicon.com/inspiration-stillness-arises/) - Outstanding video about Mathieu Le Lay and what inspires him. If you're a creative person it should inspire you as well.
- [Marcus Lyon: Politics, Aesthetics and Big Ideas in Photography](https://photographyicon.com/marcus-lyon-politics-aesthetics-and-big-ideas-in-photography/) - Stunning images and great advice in this short video with photographer Marcus Lyon.
- [Photos From Woodstock](https://photographyicon.com/photos-from-woodstock/) - Quick link to a book of images about woodstock.
- [Gina Milicia On The Photography Business](https://photographyicon.com/gina-milicia-on-the-photography-business/) - Gina Milicia is one of Australia’s best celebrity photographers. In this video Gina shares what she has learned about what it takes to make it in the photography business.
- [Jay Maisel on How to Be a Better Photographer](https://photographyicon.com/jay-maisel-on-how-to-be-a-better-photographer/) - A video with about How to Be a Better Photographer from Jay Maisel.
- [A New Use For The Old Powerglove!](https://photographyicon.com/a-new-use-for-the-old-powerglove/) - In this awesome short film Dillon Markey (animator for Robot Chicken and PES) modifies a Nintendo Power Glove in order to create the most awesome animation tool ever.
- [Video Profile on Markus Andersen: Belly of the Beast](https://photographyicon.com/video-profile-on-markus-andersen-belly-of-the-beast/) - A video profile on photographer Markus Andersen.
- [Ralph Gibson Discussing His Work](https://photographyicon.com/ralph-gibson/) - A video from Leica featuring Ralph Gibson.
- [How  To Make A Hyperlapse](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-make-a-hyperlapse/) - In this video Cal Thomson shows you how to make a hyperlapse.
- [Epic Milky Way Timelapse](https://photographyicon.com/epic-milky-way-timelapse/) - A remarkable timelapse about the wilky way and light pollution.
- [How To Defrost Frozen DSLRs](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-defrost-frozen-dslrs/) - Have you ever wondered how to defrost a DSLR? The folks at SLR lounge walk you through it.
- [Jean-Pierre Laffont: Photographer's Paradise](https://photographyicon.com/jean-pierre-laffont-photographers-paradise/) - Jean-Pierre Laffont: Photographer's Paradise. (Amazon)
- [HB Nam: A Look Into Documenting Street Fashion Photography](https://photographyicon.com/hb-nam-a-look-into-documenting-street-fashion-photography/) - A quick video from Leica about street photographer HB Nam
- [Photographing the Grand Canyon from Space Using A Balloon](https://photographyicon.com/photographing-the-grand-canyon-from-space-using-a-balloon/) - A video from Nat Geo showing John Flaig photographing the Grand Canyon from space.
- [Every Frame A Painting](https://photographyicon.com/every-frame-a-painting/) - What can photographers learn from cinematography?
- [Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark II Hands-On Field Test](https://photographyicon.com/olympus-om-d-e-m5-mark-ii-hands-on-field-test/) - A field test from The Camera Store of the Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark II.
- [Michael Paul Smith's Miniature Town: Elgin Park](https://photographyicon.com/michael-paul-smiths-miniature-town-elgin-park/) - A short film about a man who photographs a miniature town that he created.
- [Imgur Pro for Everyone](https://photographyicon.com/imgur-pro-for-everyone/) - Imgur Pro is now free for everyone.
- [Forgotten Moon Camera Found Hidden in Neil Armstrong’s Closet](https://photographyicon.com/forgotten-moon-camera-found-hidden-in-neil-armstrongs-closet/) - The Armstrong Purse: Flown Apollo 11 Lunar Artifacts | AirSpace.
- [10K Timelapse](https://photographyicon.com/10k-timelapse/) - Impressive 10k timelapse shot by compiling images captured with a Phase One camera.
- [Next Level Dronies](https://photographyicon.com/next-level-dronies/) - Alex Chacón just posted this great video Dronie video. (A Dronie is a selfie show with a drone)
- [5 Year Time-lapse of the Sun](https://photographyicon.com/5-year-time-lapse-of-the-sun/) - Epic timelapse of the sun over the course of 5 years.
- [50% Off Memory Cards On Amazon Today](https://photographyicon.com/50-off-memory-cards-on-amazon-today/) - There are some great deals on cards today on Amazon.
- [Interesting Animated GIF Portraits](https://photographyicon.com/interesting-animated-gif-portraits/) - John McLaughlin has created some interesting gif portraits with a little 3d "fuzzy dude". http://jhnmclghln.tumblr.com/
- [BTS Benedict Cumberbatch shoot for Vanity Fair](https://photographyicon.com/bts-benedict-cumberbatch-shoot-for-vanity-fair/) - Behind The Scenes video with photographer Jason Bell shooting Benedict Cumberbatch and for the March 2015 edition of Vanity Fair magazine.
- [Digital Storage Solutions - Behind the Lens with Joel Grimes](https://photographyicon.com/digital-storage-solutions-behind-the-lens-with-joel-grimes/) - Joel Grimes talks about how he handles his files.
- [Great Video Celebrating 25 Years Of Photoshop](https://photographyicon.com/great-video-celebrating-25-years-of-photoshop/) - This video is great. I have always loved Photoshop and I use it all the time.
- [Inversion Immersion Timelapse](https://photographyicon.com/inversion-immersion-timelapse/) - A lovely timelapse.
- [Flipped Iceberg: Shooting in Antarctica](https://photographyicon.com/flipped-iceberg-shooting-in-antarctica/) - Alex Cornell put together this excellent video outlining what he did to create those incredible images of an Iceberg that had flipped over.
- [Zack Arias Demonstrates Four Different Light Modifiers](https://photographyicon.com/zack-arias-demonstrates-four-different-light-modifiers/) - Zack Arias is a fantastic photographer and in this 16 minute video he demonstrates how he uses light modifiers.
- [Canon 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM Hands-on Review](https://photographyicon.com/canon-100-400mm-f4-5-5-6l-is-ii-usm/) - Kai from DigitalRevTV reviews a new telephoto lens from Canon.
- [Zach Arias Lighting White Seamless](https://photographyicon.com/zach-arias-lighting-white-seamless/) - Zach Arias presents a tutorial on Lighting on a White Seamless background.
- [DigitalRev on the Olympus OM-D EM-5 II](https://photographyicon.com/digitalrev-on-the-olympus-om-d-em-5-ii/) - The folks over at DigitalRev review the Olympus OM-D EM-5 II.
- [8K Video Shot With Nikon D800](https://photographyicon.com/8k-video-shot-with-nikon-d800/) - Remarkable 8k video shot with a relatively inexpensive camera.
- [Gorgeous Drone Video Of Ireland's West Coast](https://photographyicon.com/gorgeous-drone-video-of-irelands-west-coast/) - A fantastic video of Irelands west coast as shot from above using a drone.
- [The Death Photographers Of Varanasi](https://photographyicon.com/the-death-photographers-of-varanasi/) - The photographers of Varanasi who capture the bodies of those who are cremated on the banks of the Ganges river.
- [Lynsey Addario Behind the lens](https://photographyicon.com/lynsey-addario-behind-the-lens/) - Lynsey Addario discusses some of her most important photographs.
- [World's Largest Cave Drone Video](https://photographyicon.com/worlds-largest-cave-drone-video/) - An epic video photographed with a drone of the world's largest cave.
- [Photoshop Experts Try To Use Photoshop 1.0](https://photographyicon.com/photoshop-experts-try-to-use-photoshop-1-0/) - Pretty great to see these Photoshop experts try to use the original photoshop.
- [360 Videos On YouTube](https://photographyicon.com/360-videos-on-youtube/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0RPurvYriHI There are now 360 degree videos on YouTube. (Note the little up down left right button in this video)... Full post about this here.
- [Flickr Tab](https://photographyicon.com/flickr-tab/) - Flickr Tab (loads a new flickr photo every time you open a new tab. Flickr blog post about this.
- [After the Kodak Moment](https://photographyicon.com/after-the-kodak-moment/) - A video about what it's like at Kodak today. (NYT)
- [Lucky Eclipse Photo With Bird](https://photographyicon.com/lucky-eclipse-photo-with-bird/) - Lucky eclipse shot by Amy Shore.
- [Hands On With Canon 5DS & Canon 5DS R](https://photographyicon.com/hands-on-with-canon-5ds-canon-5ds-r/) - DigitalRev and David Noton look at the Canon 5DS & 5DS R
- [BTS: Epic Mountain Biking Solar Eclipse Photo](https://photographyicon.com/bts-epic-mountain-biking-solar-eclipse-photo/) - How Rutger Pauw shot an incredible photo of a mountain biker and a solar eclipse.
- [Great Interview With Whitehouse Photographer Pete Souza](https://photographyicon.com/great-interview-with-whitehouse-photographer-pete-souza/) - Here is a great with Whitehouse photographer Pete Souza by the photo brigade podcast.
- [GPP2015 ShootOut Video](https://photographyicon.com/gpp2015-shootout-video/) - Three photographers do battle on stage at GPP2015. Only one emerges victorious!
- [Canon EOS 5DS Pre-Order](https://photographyicon.com/canon-eos-5ds-pre-order/) - Adorama is now taking pre-orders for this new camera.
- [Ray Collins' Extraordinary Photographs Of Waves](https://photographyicon.com/ray-collins-extraordinary-photographs-of-waves/) - Nice little video profile of photographer Ray Collins and his remarkable seascape photographs.
- [Nikon Announces First 4K Camera](https://photographyicon.com/nikon-announces-first-4k-camera/) - A new super fast 4k camera from Nikon.
- [Rad New Disposable Camera App From Photojojo](https://photographyicon.com/rad-new-disposable-camera-app-from-photojojo/) - The awesome folks over at Photojojo have a rad new app that basically turns your phone into a disposable camera.
- [FreeFly's New Aerial Cinematography Platform And Control Technology](https://photographyicon.com/freeflys-new-aerial-cinematography-platform-and-control-technology/) - FreeFly is a company that makes the world's best aerial cinematography and platform silky smooth camera movement equipment.
- [Moments](https://photographyicon.com/moments/) - https://vimeo.com/124893964 Video by Tim Sessler This is gorgeous. Go to Vimeo to see the credits and details for this piece. Visit BrooklynAerials.com to learn about how this was made.
- [Film Photography In Calgary](https://photographyicon.com/film-photography-in-calgary/) - Jesse Yardley explores film photography in Calgary Canada.
- [Photography Is NOT A Crime](https://photographyicon.com/photography-is-not-a-crime/) - Police office smashing a pedestrain women's camera and stomping it with his foot.
- [Facial Recognition in Adobe Lightroom CC](https://photographyicon.com/facial-recognition-in-adobe-lightroom-cc/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=45_zCZnqmqU The upcoming version of Adobe Lightroom CC (supposedly today) has facial recognition. Check out all the new features here.
- [Hidden Gems in Adobe Lightroom CC](https://photographyicon.com/hidden-gems-in-adobe-lightroom-cc/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1GZErV1m1uQ The upcoming version of Adobe Lightroom CC (supposedly today) has a few hidden gems. Check out all the new features here.
- [All The New Adobe Lightroom CC Features](https://photographyicon.com/all-the-new-adobe-lightroom-cc-features/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7x_hJF6YJdg&list=PLmXfFxjdp3CFxRunHDUhSxjrYltOrTPeb Here is a series of videos outlining all the new Adobe Lightroom CC features. Check out all the new features here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7x_hJF6YJdg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LoMPDc_11cQ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qy_HDGx3nWs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=45_zCZnqmqU https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1GZErV1m1uQ
- [Earth Day 45 - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/earth-day-45-the-atlantic/) - Earth Day 45 - The Atlantic.
- [Winners of the 2015 Sony World Photography Awards - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/winners-of-the-2015-sony-world-photography-awards-the-atlantic/) - Last week, the Sony World Photography Awards announced this year's list of winners. Source: Winners of the 2015 Sony World Photography Awards - The Atlantic
- [Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge review: Top-ranking Smartphone has the Edge - DxOMark](https://photographyicon.com/samsung-galaxy-s6-edge-review-top-ranking-smartphone-has-the-edge-dxomark/) - Source: Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge review: Top-ranking Smartphone has the Edge - DxOMark
- [APOD: 2015 April 30 - Across the Sun](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-april-30-across-the-sun/) - A different astronomy and space sciencerelated image is featured each day, along with a brief explanation. Source: APOD: 2015 April 30 - Across the Sun
- [Seaside Image, United Arab Emirates -- National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/seaside-image-united-arab-emirates-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Men sit by a fire on the seaside in the United Arab Emirates in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from our Your Shot community. Source: Seaside Image, United Arab Emirates -- National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Rescue and Recovery in Nepal - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/rescue-and-recovery-in-nepal-the-atlantic/) - Five days have passed since Nepal suffered a magnitude 7.8 earthquake, and rescue teams are still discovering trapped victims alive in the rubble and rescuing them. Source: Rescue and Recovery in Nepal - The Atlantic
- [Snowboarder Image, Austria -- National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/snowboarder-image-austria-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - A snowboarder is seen through the entrance of an ice cave in Austria in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from our Your Shot community: Snowboarder Image, Austria -- National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Photo of the Day: Best of April | PROOF](https://photographyicon.com/photo-of-the-day-best-of-april-proof/) - National Geographic Photo Blog Source: Photo of the Day: Best of April | PROOF
- [Jellyfish Lake Image, Palau -- National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/jellyfish-lake-image-palau-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - A snorkeler swims among golden jellyfish in Palau’s Jellyfish Lake in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from our Your Shot community. Source: Jellyfish Lake Image, Palau -- National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [From Dinosaur Footprints in Bolivia to Earthquake in Nepal, the Week in Photos - Photo Journal - WSJ](https://photographyicon.com/from-dinosaur-footprints-in-bolivia-to-earthquake-in-nepal-the-week-in-photos-photo-journal-wsj/) - Baltimore Orioles play to an empty ballpark, dinosaur footprints in Bolivia, earthquake in Nepal, and more. Source: From Dinosaur Footprints in Bolivia to Earthquake in Nepal, the Week in Photos - Photo Journal - WSJ
- [Photos of the Week: 4/25-5/1 - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-the-week-425-51-the-atlantic/) - This week we have images from the disaster in Nepal, a pangolin released into the wild in Sumatra, the protests in Baltimore, a rainbow in Bolivia, unrest in Burundi, newlyweds in Egypt, May Day protests in Turkey, and much more. Source: Photos of the Week: 4/25-5/1 - The Atlantic
- [Globe photos of the month, April 2015 - The Big Picture - The Boston Globe](https://photographyicon.com/globe-photos-of-the-month-april-2015-the-big-picture-the-boston-globe/) - Here’s a look at some of the best images taken by Globe photographers last month including celebrating Easter, the Boston Marathon, and opening day at Fenway Park. Source: Globe photos of the month, April 2015 - The Big Picture - The Boston Globe
- [APOD: 2015 May 3 - Moonrise Through Mauna Keas Shadow](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-may-3-moonrise-through-mauna-keas-shadow/) - A different astronomy and space sciencerelated image is featured each day, along with a brief explanation. Source: APOD: 2015 May 3 - Moonrise Through Mauna Keas Shadow
- [Vegetarian Festival Image, Phuket -- National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/vegetarian-festival-image-phuket-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - A ceremony takes place in the courtyard of the Put Jaw Chinese Temple in Phuket, Thailand, in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from our Your Shot community. Source: Vegetarian Festival Image, Phuket -- National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [APOD: 2015 May 4 - An Unexpected Aurora over Norway](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-may-4-an-unexpected-aurora-over-norway/) - A different astronomy and space sciencerelated image is featured each day, along with a brief explanation. Source: APOD: 2015 May 4 - An Unexpected Aurora over Norway
- [Fan Girls -- National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/fan-girls-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Girls shout into a large fan on a summer day in Roswell, Georgia, in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from our Your Shot community. Source: Girls With Fan Image, Georgia -- National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [BTS Joe McNally Gitzo Shoot](https://photographyicon.com/bts-joe-mcnally-gitzo-shoot/) - Source: A Tripod in the Desert! « Joe McNally's Blog
- [Pictures of the Day — May 4, 2015 - NYTimes.com](https://photographyicon.com/pictures-of-the-day-may-4-2015-nytimes-com/) - Photos from Nepal, Burundi, North Korea and England. Source: Pictures of the Day — May 4, 2015 - NYTimes.com
- [The Forgotten Pyramids of Meroë](https://photographyicon.com/the-forgotten-pyramids-of-meroe/) - In a desert in eastern Sudan, along the banks of the Nile River, lies a collection of nearly 200 ancient pyramids - many of them tombs of the kings and queens of the Meroitic Kingdom which ruled the area for more than 900 years. Source: The Forgotten Pyramids of Meroë - The Atlantic
- [Robber Fly Image, South Africa -- National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/robber-fly-image-south-africa-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - A robber fly rests on a bottlebrush flower in Boksburg, South Africa, in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from our Your Shot community. Source: Robber Fly Image, South Africa -- National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [On Mount Everest, Surviving an Earthquake and an Avalanche - NYTimes.com](https://photographyicon.com/on-mount-everest-surviving-an-earthquake-and-an-avalanche-nytimes-com/) - Roberto Schmidt had gone to Mount Everest to work on stories a year after Sherpa guides died in an avalanche. Then a massive earthquake hit, triggering an avalanche that buried the base camp. Source: On Mount Everest, Surviving an Earthquake and an Avalanche - NYTimes.com
- [What to Say When the Police Tell You to Stop Filming Them - (USA)](https://photographyicon.com/what-to-say-when-the-police-tell-you-to-stop-filming-them-usa/) - “Photography is a form of power, and people are loath to give up power, including police officers.” Source: What to Say When the Police Tell You to Stop Filming Them - The Atlantic
- [APOD: 2015 May 6 - Summer Triangles over Japan](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-may-6-summer-triangles-over-japan/) - A different astronomy and space sciencerelated image is featured each day, along with a brief explanation. Source: APOD: 2015 May 6 - Summer Triangles over Japan
- [Torpedo Station Image, Poland -- National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/torpedo-station-image-poland-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - An abandoned World War II torpedo station sits off the coast of Poland in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from our Your Shot community. Source: Torpedo Station Image, Poland -- National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Canon EOS 5DS R added to studio test scene comparison: Digital Photography Review](https://photographyicon.com/canon-eos-5ds-r-added-to-studio-test-scene-comparison-digital-photography-review/) - Ever since Canon announced its 50MP EOS 5DS R, we've been eager to get it into our studio and in front of our test scene. The wait is over and the 5DS R has been added to our studio scene comparison tool alongside the likes of the Nikon D810 and Pentax 645Z. Read more Source: Canon EOS
- [Visualizing the Fast Lane From Above | PROOF](https://photographyicon.com/visualizing-the-fast-lane-from-above-proof/) - National Geographic Photo Blog Source: Visualizing the Fast Lane From Above | PROOF
- [Biophilia Collages Inspire Love for Even the Most Creepy of Crawlers - Feature Shoot](https://photographyicon.com/biophilia-collages-inspire-love-for-even-the-most-creepy-of-crawlers-feature-shoot/) - When Salem, Oregon-based designer and photographer Christopher Marley was a child, he frolicked across the countryside in search of scampering reptiles and scurrying feet that dove in and out of sight with the blink of an eye. With the passage of years, his affection for the earth and its many inhabitants has deepened, his eye
- [The Chinese Art of the Crowd - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/the-chinese-art-of-the-crowd-the-atlantic/) - After viewing news photographs from China for years, one of my favorite visual themes is "large crowds in formation." Source: The Chinese Art of the Crowd - The Atlantic
- [Funky Focus Effects](https://photographyicon.com/funky-focus-effects/) - Video by Adorama
- [APOD: 2015 May 7 - At the Limit of Diffraction](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-may-7-at-the-limit-of-diffraction/) - A different astronomy and space sciencerelated image is featured each day, along with a brief explanation. Source: APOD: 2015 May 7 - At the Limit of Diffraction
- [Night Moves - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/night-moves-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - The southern Milky Way competes with a firefly display near Tanzania’s Lake Natron in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from our Your Shot community. Source: Lake Natron Fireflies Image, Tanzania -- National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [National Geographic: Celebrating One Billion Likes On Instagram](https://photographyicon.com/national-geographic-celebrating-one-billion-likes-on-instagram/) - National Geographic Photo Blog Source: Instagram Spotlight: Celebrating One Billion Likes | PROOF
- [The Saudi Arabia-Yemen War of 2015 - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/the-saudi-arabia-yemen-war-of-2015-the-atlantic/) - The recent civil war in Yemen prompted neighboring Saudi Arabia to intervene militarily six weeks ago, launching airstrikes, bombing targets from border stations, shelling from the sea, and establishing a blockade. Source: The Saudi Arabia-Yemen War of 2015 - The Atlantic (graphic images ahead)
- [APOD: 2015 May 8 - When Vega is North](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-may-8-when-vega-is-north/) - A different astronomy and space sciencerelated image is featured each day, along with a brief explanation. Source: APOD: 2015 May 8 - When Vega is North
- [Diving Surfer Image, Hawaii -- National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/diving-surfer-image-hawaii-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - A woman duck dives beneath a wave on a wooden alaia, in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from Proof. Source: Diving Surfer Image, Hawaii -- National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Photographer Jorge Cervera Hauser Captures Sea Creatures Against Sun-Drenched Oceanscapes | Colossal](https://photographyicon.com/photographer-jorge-cervera-hauser-captures-sea-creatures-against-sun-drenched-oceanscapes-colossal/) - Jorge Cervera Hauser produces intimate snapshots of underwater creatures, effortlessly capturing their magnificence as they glide through the sea in schools or pairs. Each image displays moments that look as if they were captured in a split-second, yet simultaneously appear dramatically staged. M Source: Photographer Jorge Cervera Hauser Captures Sea Creatures Against Sun-Drenched Oceanscapes | Colossal
- [Spring Snowfall Image, Russia -- National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/spring-snowfall-image-russia-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Sunlight shines through falling snow in Vladimir, Russia, in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from our Your Shot community. Source: Spring Snowfall Image, Russia -- National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Flickr Head Departs Yahoo Just as Latest Redesign of Photo Service Rolls Out](https://photographyicon.com/flickr-head-departs-yahoo-just-as-latest-redesign-of-photo-service-rolls-out/) - Source: Flickr Head Departs Yahoo Just as Latest Redesign of Photo Service Rolls Out Today | Re/code
- [Bridging the Gap - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/bridging-the-gap-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - A Kashmiri man pulls a sledge across a bridge in Sonamarg, India, in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from our Your Shot community. Source: Sonamarg Bridge Image, India -- National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Want to be on a digital billboard in Times Square this Monday? Then keep reading…](https://photographyicon.com/want-to-be-on-a-digital-billboard-in-times-square-this-monday-then-keep-reading/) - Source: Want to be on a digital billboard in Times Square this Monday? Then keep reading… « Vincent Laforet's Blog
- [APOD: 2015 May 11 - The Sky from Mauna Kea](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-may-11-the-sky-from-mauna-kea/) - A different astronomy and space sciencerelated image is featured each day, along with a brief explanation. Source: APOD: 2015 May 11 - The Sky from Mauna Kea
- [Peaceful Outlook- National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/peaceful-outlook-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Low clouds move across a desert landscape near Ta’if, Saudi Arabia, in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from our Your Shot community. Source: Desert Landscape Image, Saudi Arabia -- National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Photographer Examines Her Dual Role As Mom and Artist In This Decade Long Photo Series - Feature Shoot](https://photographyicon.com/photographer-examines-her-dual-role-as-mom-and-artist-in-this-decade-long-photo-series-feature-shoot/) - At twenty-six, Tucson-based photographer Shannon Smith had built for herself a life she never anticipated: she was an artist in her third year at graduate school and the mother of a one-year-old daughter, expecting the arrival of a son. Parenthood, and by extension, belonging to newly emerging family, was for her a kind of terra
- [May 11, 2015 — Pictures of the Day - NYTimes.com](https://photographyicon.com/may-11-2015-pictures-of-the-day-nytimes-com/) - Photos from Indonesia, Macedonia, Yemen and Gaza City. Source: May 11, 2015 — Pictures of the Day - NYTimes.com
- [The Mediterranean Migrant Crisis: Risking Everything for a Chance at a Better Life - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/the-mediterranean-migrant-crisis-risking-everything-for-a-chance-at-a-better-life-the-atlantic/) - People from impoverished and war-torn countries in Africa, the Middle East and central and south Asia, continue to flee their homes in huge numbers, making perilous journeys to Europe, hoping for security, opportunity, and a new home. Source: The Mediterranean Migrant Crisis: Risking Everything for a Chance at a Better Life - The Atlantic
- [Gorgeous Macro Video: O D Y S S E Y](https://photographyicon.com/gorgeous-macro-video-o-d-y-s-s-e-y/) - Video by Ruslan Khasanov (via Colossal)
- [APOD: 2015 May 12 - Two Worlds One Sun](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-may-12-two-worlds-one-sun/) - A different astronomy and space sciencerelated image is featured each day, along with a brief explanation. Source: APOD: 2015 May 12 - Two Worlds One Sun
- [Waterfall of the Gods - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/waterfall-of-the-gods-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - A low winter sun illuminates Iceland’s Godafoss in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from our Your Shot community. Source: Goðafoss Image, Iceland -- National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [The Best Way to Organize a Lifetime of Photos - WSJ](https://photographyicon.com/the-best-way-to-organize-a-lifetime-of-photos-wsj/) - Apple Photos, Adobe Lightroom, Shoebox, Lyve and Mylio put your entire picture library in your pocket. Source: The Best Way to Organize a Lifetime of Photos - WSJ
- [Tornadoes rip through US - The Big Picture](https://photographyicon.com/tornadoes-rip-through-us-the-big-picture/) - Strong spring storms producing multiple tornadoes and flooding have hit the United States over the last week. In Texas, a twister struck the town of Van last night damaging 30 percent of the community and killing two, according to authorities. Source: Tornadoes rip through US - The Big Picture - The Boston Globe
- [Gorgeous Sony A7s Underwater Video Footage](https://photographyicon.com/sony-a7s-underwater/) - Some nice footage shot with the Sony A7s. Video by nauticam
- [Facebook Doesn’t Own Your Photos No Matter What That Viral E-Mail Says](https://photographyicon.com/facebook-doesnt-own-your-photos-no-matter-what-that-viral-e-mail-says/) - The internet says Facebook now owns your photos. They don't. Here's Facebook's official statement Source: Facebook Doesn’t Own Your Photos No Matter What That Viral E-Mail Says | Popular Photography
- [Spring Powered - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/spring-powered-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - A powerful spring pushes up through the ice of a Platte River backwater in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from Proof. Source: Platte River Spring Image, Nebraska -- National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Amtrak derailment - The Big Picture - The Boston Globe](https://photographyicon.com/amtrak-derailment-the-big-picture-the-boston-globe/) - Authorities continue to investigate the scene of a fatal train derailment on a route between Washington and New York last night. The death toll stood at seven Wednesday afternoon with more than 200 injured from the accident that occurred in Philadelphia at a notorious curve on the line. Source: Amtrak derailment - The Big Picture
- [From Smiles to Terror: A Moment in Syria - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/from-smiles-to-terror-a-moment-in-syria-the-atlantic/) - On May 6, Reuters photographer Bassam Khabieh was in Damascus, Syria, covering the arrival of a Red Crescent convoy carrying medical aid and supplies used for activities to give psychological support to children affected by the war. Source: From Smiles to Terror: A Moment in Syria - The Atlantic
- [Interview: Sally Mann, Author Of 'Hold Still: A Memoir With Photographs' : NPR](https://photographyicon.com/interview-sally-mann-author-of-hold-still-a-memoir-with-photographs-npr/) - Mann has published pictures that show her young children naked, her husband's muscular dystrophy and dead bodies decomposing. She reflects on her life and work in a new memoir called Hold Still. Source: Interview: Sally Mann, Author Of 'Hold Still: A Memoir With Photographs' : NPR
- [Great White Shark Explores Film Crew With Its Mouth : Discovery News](https://photographyicon.com/great-white-shark-explores-film-crew-with-its-mouth-discovery-news/) - The 13.5-foot female was checking out the camera equipment during Shark Week filming in Australia. → Source: Great White Shark Explores Film Crew With Its Mouth : Discovery News
- [Photos From The Biggest Tribal Gathering In The World](https://photographyicon.com/photos-from-the-biggest-tribal-gathering-in-the-world/) - I travelled to Papua New Guinea for 1 month and went to see the biggest tribal gathering in the world. It happen every year in the highlands of the country, a town call Goroka.The festival bring thousand of people coming from all over the country to share the traditional way of life from the different
- [2015 National Geographic Traveler Photo Contest - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/2015-national-geographic-traveler-photo-contest-the-atlantic/) - The 27th annual National Geographic Traveler Photo Contest is under way, and entries will be accepted for another seven weeks, until June 30, 2015. First prize winner will receive an eight-day photo expedition for two, to Costa Rica and the Panama Canal. National Geographic was once again kind enough to allow me to share some
- [Canon EOS 5DS R Real World Samples Gallery: Digital Photography Review](https://photographyicon.com/canon-eos-5ds-r-real-world-samples-gallery-digital-photography-review/) - Source: Canon EOS 5DS R Real World Samples Gallery (beta): dpreview review samples: Galleries: Digital Photography Review
- [Tale out of School - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/tale-out-of-school-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Source: School Image, Kolkata -- National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [APOD: 2015 May 14 - Dwarf Planet, Bright Spot](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-may-14-dwarf-planet-bright-spot/) - A different astronomy and space sciencerelated image is featured each day, along with a brief explanation. Source: APOD: 2015 May 14 - Dwarf Planet, Bright Spot
- [China's Superrich: The Bling Dynasty - NYTimes.com](https://photographyicon.com/chinas-superrich-the-bling-dynasty-nytimes-com/) - Forget old money. China’s fabulously wealthy are playing catch-up, learning how to acquire — and use — the trappings of the good life. Source: China's Superrich: The Bling Dynasty - NYTimes.com
- [Your pictures: Abstract shapes - BBC News](https://photographyicon.com/your-pictures-abstract-shapes-bbc-news/) - Readers' photographs on the theme of abstract shapes. Source: Your pictures: Abstract shapes - BBC News
- [Photographs Capture the Worldwide Phenomenon Known as 'Dark Tourism' - Feature Shoot](https://photographyicon.com/photographs-capture-the-worldwide-phenomenon-known-as-dark-tourism-feature-shoot/) - For I Was Here, Paris-based photographer Ambroise Tézenas delves the practice of grief tourism (or dark tourism), a global phenomenon whereby sightseers are drawn to the scenes of mass tragedies, from the sites of genocides to those of natural disasters. Shedding the privileges normally afforded to members of the press, he chose to embark on
- [Beautiful Abstract Bird Plumage Photographs by Thomas Lohr](https://photographyicon.com/beautiful-abstract-bird-plumage-photographs-by-thomas-lohr/) - Photographer Thomas Lohr is known mostly for his high-profile fashion shoots for clients like Vogue, Le Monde d’Hermès, and i-D, but somewhere in his grueling shooting schedule he still finds time for personal projects, the most recent of which is a collection of bird plumage photos gathered in Source: Beautiful Abstract Bird Plumage Photographs by
- [DSLR Toting Fan Causes Crash at Huge Bike Race In Italy](https://photographyicon.com/dslr-toting-fan-causes-crash-at-huge-bike-race-in-italy/) - Fan causes crash at Giro d'Italia - Business Insider
- [New Bee - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/new-bee-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - A honeybee emerges from a brood cell in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from photographer Anand Varma. Source: Honeybee Image, Brood Cell -- National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Week in pictures: 9-15 May 2015 - BBC News](https://photographyicon.com/week-in-pictures-9-15-may-2015-bbc-news/) - A selection of the best news photographs from around the world, taken over the past week. Source: Week in pictures: 9-15 May 2015 - BBC News
- [Photos of the Week: 5/9-5/15 - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-the-week-59-515-the-atlantic/) - This week, we have photographs of jet-men flying over Dubai, a spring snowstorm in Colorado, archery in the Amazon, airstrikes in Yemen, rebuilding in Nepal, migrant ships adrift in the Andaman sea and the Mediterranean, B-25 bombers over Washington, D.C., the Victory Day parade in Moscow, and much more. Source: Photos of the Week: 5/9-5/15
- [Living with creatures - The Big Picture](https://photographyicon.com/living-with-creatures-the-big-picture/) - Photographers have documented the relationships between humans and animals in countless ways. Some photos depict how animals depend on us and others show how we rely on animals. The ways in which we share this world and interact with other living things is endless and sometimes very unique. Source: Living with creatures - The Big
- [Eye Sight - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/eye-sight-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - A scanning electron microscope captures the intricacies of a fruit fly’s eye in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from Martin Oeggerli. Source: Close-Up Image, Fruit Fly Eye -- National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [APOD: 2015 May 18 - Auroras and Star Trails over Iceland](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-may-18-auroras-and-star-trails-over-iceland/) - A different astronomy and space sciencerelated image is featured each day, along with a brief explanation. Source: APOD: 2015 May 18 - Auroras and Star Trails over Iceland
- [Double Trouble - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/double-trouble-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - A Great Dane attempts to catch colorful balls in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from our Your Shot community. Source: Playing Great Dane Image, Kentucky -- National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Clever New Way To Make Timelapses](https://photographyicon.com/clever-new-way-to-make-timelapses/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wptzVm0tngc Mine photos from the internet! Researchers the University of Washington and google downloaded images from the open web and used them to make this video. Learn more about the project here.
- [The Eruption of Mount St. Helens, 35 Years ago - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/the-eruption-of-mount-st-helens-35-years-ago-the-atlantic/) - On May 18, 1980, 35 years ago today, an earthquake struck below the north face of Mount St. Helens in Washington state, triggering the largest landslide in recorded history, and a major volcanic eruption that scattered ash across a dozen states. Source: The Eruption of Mount St. Helens, 35 Years ago - The Atlantic
- [May 19, 2015 — Pictures of the Day - NYTimes.com](https://photographyicon.com/may-19-2015-pictures-of-the-day-nytimes-com/) - Photos from Burundi, Indonesia, Azerbaijan and Nepal. Source: May 19, 2015 — Pictures of the Day - NYTimes.com
- [APOD: 2015 May 19 - Globular Star Cluster 47 Tuc](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-may-19-globular-star-cluster-47-tuc/) - A different astronomy and space sciencerelated image is featured each day, along with a brief explanation. Source: APOD: 2015 May 19 - Globular Star Cluster 47 Tuc
- [Dome Light- National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/dome-light-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - A yellow tent glows beneath Yosemite National Park’s Half Dome in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from our Your Shot community. Source: Half Dome Image, Yosemite -- National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Turmoil in Burundi - The Big Picture - The Boston Globe](https://photographyicon.com/turmoil-in-burundi-the-big-picture-the-boston-globe/) - Since Burundi President Pierre Nkurunziza announced that he was seeking a third term, protests and violence erupted. The political crisis brought on last week’s attempted coup, and has forced many to flee the country to seek refuge. Source: Turmoil in Burundi - The Big Picture - The Boston Globe
- [APOD: 2015 May 20 - A Cliff Looming on Comet 67P](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-may-20-a-cliff-looming-on-comet-67p/) - A different astronomy and space sciencerelated image is featured each day, along with a brief explanation. Source: APOD: 2015 May 20 - A Cliff Looming on Comet 67P
- [Market Talk - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/market-talk-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Vendors stand with their wares at the Noryangjin Fish Market in Seoul, South Korea, in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from our Your Shot community. Source: Noryangjin Fish Market Image, Seoul -- National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Cities in the clouds - The Big Picture - The Boston Globe](https://photographyicon.com/cities-in-the-clouds-the-big-picture-the-boston-globe/) - Here is a selection of images the Reuters news agency pulled from its files showing cities shrouded in weather that make them appear to be living among the clouds. Source: Cities in the clouds - The Big Picture - The Boston Globe
- [An Oil Spill Fouls the California Coastline - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/an-oil-spill-fouls-the-california-coastline-the-atlantic/) - A pipeline burst yesterday, spilling an estimated 21,000 gallons (79,500 liters) of crude oil into the Pacific Ocean near Santa Barbara. Source: An Oil Spill Fouls the California Coastline - The Atlantic
- [Goddess Dressing - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/goddess-dressing-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - A Newari girl worshipped as a living goddess applies makeup in this National Geographic Photo of the Day by Stephanie Sinclair. Source: Kumari Image, Nepal -- National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [The Best Latin American Photography - NYTimes.com](https://photographyicon.com/the-best-latin-american-photography-nytimes-com/) - Mauricio Lima took top honors in Pictures of the Year Latin America, which highlights work done around the world by photographers from Latin America. Source: The Best Latin American Photography - NYTimes.com
- [Ancient African Trees Illuminated by Starlight - Feature Shoot](https://photographyicon.com/ancient-african-trees-illuminated-by-starlight-feature-shoot/) - San Francisco-based photographer Beth Moon has spent more than a decade of her life hunting down our planet’s aboriginal trees, chasing them to their isolated and solitary bowers at the edges of civilization. After devoting fourteen years to shooting ancient trees by day, the photographer embarked on Diamond Nights, capturing the looming plants under the
- [Flickr faces complaints over 'offensive' auto-tagging for photos - The Guardian](https://photographyicon.com/flickr-faces-complaints-over-offensive-auto-tagging-for-photos-the-guardian/) - Auto-tagging system slaps ‘animal’ and ‘ape’ labels on images of black people, and tags concentration camps with ‘jungle gym’ and ‘sport’ Source: Flickr faces complaints over 'offensive' auto-tagging for photos | Technology | The Guardian
- [Mother of the Forest - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/mother-of-the-forest-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - A girl stands near towering baobab trees on Madagascar in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from our Your Shot community. Source: Baobab Trees Image, Madagascar -- National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [The Spectacular Seda Monastery - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/the-spectacular-seda-monastery-the-atlantic/) - High in a treeless valley in China's remote Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture lies the largest Tibetan Buddhist school in the world. Source: The Spectacular Seda Monastery - The Atlantic
- [Week in pictures: 16-22 May 2015 - BBC News](https://photographyicon.com/week-in-pictures-16-22-may-2015-bbc-news/) - A selection of the best news photographs from around the world, taken over the past week. Source: Week in pictures: 16-22 May 2015 - BBC News
- [May 21, 2015 — Pictures of the Day - NYTimes.com](https://photographyicon.com/may-21-2015-pictures-of-the-day-nytimes-com/) - Photos from Gaza City, Turkey, Burundi and Indonesia. Source: May 21, 2015 — Pictures of the Day - NYTimes.com
- [Friendly Reflection - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/friendly-reflection-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Children view their reflections in a pool of water in Luanda, Angola, in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from our Your Shot community. Source: Reflection Image, Angola -- National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [From Lightning in Australia to a Sinkhole in China, the Week in Photos](https://photographyicon.com/from-lightning-in-australia-to-a-sinkhole-in-china-the-week-in-photos/) - In this week’s photos, lightning strikes in Australia, a Chinese sinkhole develops its own ecosystem, and more. A photo from Australian emergency services officer Scott H. Murrayn captures the moment lightning shot up into the sky. MEDIA DRUM WORLD/ZUMA PRESS A dancer performs on a glass ceiling during the show ‘Claraboia (Skylight)’, created by Brazilian
- [Cracking the Surface - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/cracking-the-surface-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - A crack breaks the surface of frozen Lake Baikal in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from our Your Shot community. Source: Frozen Lake Baikal Image, Russia -- National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [APOD: 2015 May 24 - Space Shuttle Rising](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-may-24-space-shuttle-rising/) - A different astronomy and space sciencerelated image is featured each day, along with a brief explanation. Source: APOD: 2015 May 24 - Space Shuttle Rising
- [Pure Life - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/pure-life-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Laborers work among the dust and debris at a brick field in Kolkata, India, in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from our Your Shot community. Source: Brick Field Image, India -- National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [APOD: 2015 May 25 - The Galaxy Tree](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-may-25-the-galaxy-tree/) - A different astronomy and space sciencerelated image is featured each day, along with a brief explanation. Source: APOD: 2015 May 25 - The Galaxy Tree
- [Robert De Niro To NYU Grads: "You're Fucked"](https://photographyicon.com/robert-de-niro-to-nyu-grads-youre-fucked/) - Here is a an amazing graduation speech from Robert Deniro to NYU arts grads.
- [A Fatal Month for Selfie Photographers; Why is it So Dangerous?](https://photographyicon.com/a-fatal-month-for-selfie-photographers-why-is-it-so-dangerous/) - Selfies have become enormously popular in recent years and are everywhere these days. Wherever there’s a beach, a famous landmark, a rainbow or even just oxygen, you’re likely to see someone taking a selfie. Even elephants are doing it now! Two major problems have emerged hand-in-hand with the often duck-faced photos. The first is that
- [These 40 Hiking Photos From Around the World Will Give You Serious Wanderlust - Feature Shoot](https://photographyicon.com/these-40-hiking-photos-from-around-the-world-will-give-you-serious-wanderlust-feature-shoot/) - Hiking and art-making might seem at first like unrelated pastimes, but a small glimpse through history will reveal the two recreations are often inextricably intertwined. Hiking for sport came into prominence in the late 1700s, born in large part from the Romanticism that permeated contemporary art movements. As European cities became increasingly industrial, creative minds
- [Staring at the Sun - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/staring-at-the-sun-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - A meerkat family stands in the sunlight in Oudtshoorn, South Africa, in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from our Your Shot community. Source: Meerkats Image, South Africa -- National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Texas flooding - The Big Picture](https://photographyicon.com/texas-flooding-the-big-picture/) - Major rainfall over the past few days has caused severe flooding and property damage in parts of Texas. Houston received more than 10 inches of rain overnight, which closed highways, shut schools, and suspended public transportation. Authorities have reported 11 people killed from the recent storms that hit both Texas and Oklahoma with others still
- [The Masks We Wear - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/the-masks-we-wear-the-atlantic/) - We wear masks for many reasons: for fun, for protection, or to make a statement. Source: The Masks We Wear - The Atlantic
- [Cow-Eyed - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/cow-eyed-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - A boy holds his calf in a field of wildflowers in West Bengal, India, in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from our Your Shot community. Source: Boy and Calf Image, India -- National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Titillating Portraits of Female Burlesque Performers Of a Certain Age - Feature Shoot](https://photographyicon.com/titillating-portraits-of-female-burlesque-performers-of-a-certain-age-feature-shoot/) - It’s no secret there’s a consistent lapse in recognizing the sexuality of people who have become known as “women of a certain age,” especially in the entertainment industry. French-born, Los Angeles-based photographer Marie Baronnet slaps that idea in the face, however, with her series Legends. For Legends, Baronnet photographed former burlesque performers, who are all
- [Calvin Klein model Ben Fiberesima jailed upon UK return | Daily Mail Online](https://photographyicon.com/calvin-klein-model-ben-fiberesima-jailed-upon-uk-return-daily-mail-online/) - Ben Fiberesima, pictured, who also enjoyed some success as a grime artist known as 'Roky Million', was arrested after police lured him to a fake swimwear photoshoot in north London. Source: Calvin Klein model Ben Fiberesima jailed upon UK return | Daily Mail Online
- [Light in the Dark - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/light-in-the-dark-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Dancers pause during the Sinulog Festival in Cebu City, Philippines, in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from our Your Shot community. Source: Light in the Dark - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Bird Feeders - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/bird-feeders-china-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - A man fishes with cormorants on China’s Li River in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from our Your Shot community. Source: Bird Feeders - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Model Behavior - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/model-behavior-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Models walk on the beach in Port Royal, Jamaica, in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from our Your Shot community. Source: Port Royal Beach Image, Jamaica -- National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [The Power of Few - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/the-power-of-few-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - White rhinos graze at the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary in Uganda in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from our Your Shot community. Source: White Rhinos Image, Uganda -- National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [What Feeds Beneath - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/what-feeds-beneath-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - A Hawaiian petrel feeds on crustaceans in Baja California, Mexico, in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from the 2015 Traveler Photo Contest. Source: Hawaiian Petrel Image, Baja California - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [In pictures: Drones take whale science to new heights - BBC News](https://photographyicon.com/in-pictures-drones-take-whale-science-to-new-heights-bbc-news/) - Scientists are using drones to monitor gray whales of the coast of California. Source: In pictures: Drones take whale science to new heights - BBC News
- [The Walking (and Running) Dead - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/the-walking-and-running-dead-the-atlantic/) - The popularity of zombies as fearsome characters in movies, video games, and television series continues to grow worldwide — gathered here are photos from zombie events around the world. Source: The Walking (and Running) Dead - The Atlantic
- [Caitlyn Jenner on the Cover of Vanity Fair | Vanity Fair](https://photographyicon.com/caitlyn-jenner-on-the-cover-of-vanity-fair-vanity-fair/) - See Vanity Fair's July 2015 cover. Shot by Annie Leibovitz, the cover features the first photo of Caitlyn Jenner, formerly known as Bruce. Source: Caitlyn Jenner on the Cover of Vanity Fair | Vanity Fair
- [Meeting of Shadows - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/meeting-of-shadows-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Shadows converge on a sunny day in Istanbul, Turkey, in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from our Your Shot community. Source: Shadows Image, Turkey - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Best of May | PROOF](https://photographyicon.com/best-of-may-proof/) - National Geographic Photo Blog Source: Photo of the Day: Best of May | PROOF
- [Battery Powered Mobile Hard Drive With SD Card Slot](https://photographyicon.com/battery-powered-mobile-hard-drive-with-sd-card-slot/) - This thing is pretty awesome if you're on the road: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CU0mvId0_9s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1O-TPSuw-Qk Check prices here.
- [Hundreds Are Missing After a Ship Sinks in China's Yangtze River - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/hundreds-are-missing-after-a-ship-sinks-in-chinas-yangtze-river-the-atlantic/) - A passenger ship carrying 458 people sank in a storm on Monday night in the Yangtze River in China. Source: Hundreds Are Missing After a Ship Sinks in China's Yangtze River - The Atlantic
- [Fleeing by the Millions: Migration Crises Around the World - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/fleeing-by-the-millions-migration-crises-around-the-world-the-atlantic-2/) - Unprecedented numbers of people across the globe are leaving their homes in dangerous or poor regions, seeking security and opportunity by escaping to other countries, despite the numerous risks involved. Source: Fleeing by the Millions: Migration Crises Around the World - The Atlantic
- [Dancing With the Moon - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/dancing-with-the-moon-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - The aurora borealis shares the sky with a bright moon in Iceland in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from the 2015 Traveler Photo Contest. Source: Aurora Borealis Image, Iceland - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [APOD: 2015 June 3 - Flyby Image of Saturns Sponge Moon Hyperion](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-june-3-flyby-image-of-saturns-sponge-moon-hyperion/) - A different astronomy and space sciencerelated image is featured each day, along with a brief explanation. Source: APOD: 2015 June 3 - Flyby Image of Saturns Sponge Moon Hyperion
- [Thousands Gather for the Centuries-Old Appleby Horse Fair - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/thousands-gather-for-the-centuries-old-appleby-horse-fair-the-atlantic/) - For hundreds of years, members of the travelers community in the United Kingdom have gathered by the thousands in Appleby-in-Westmorland, in northern England, to sell and trade horses and celebrate as a community. Source: Thousands Gather for the Centuries-Old Appleby Horse Fair - The Atlantic
- [Fleeing by the Millions: Migration Crises Around the World - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/fleeing-by-the-millions-migration-crises-around-the-world-the-atlantic/) - Unprecedented numbers of people across the globe are leaving their homes in dangerous or poor regions, seeking security and opportunity by escaping to other countries, despite the numerous risks involved. Source: Fleeing by the Millions: Migration Crises Around the World - The Atlantic
- [Residence Life - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/residence-life-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Monastic dormitories crowd a Chinese mountain that’s home to the Tibetan Buddhist Seda Monastery in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from our Your Shot community. Source: Seda Monastery Image, China - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Hull-o - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/hull-o-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - A diver gazes at the Hilma Hooker shipwreck off Bonaire in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from the 2015 Traveler Photo Contest. Source: Hilma Hooker Image, Bonaire - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Photos of the Week: 5/30-6/5 - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-the-week-530-65-the-atlantic/) - This week we have images of renewed fighting in Ukraine, people trying to capture "Manhattanhenge," a simulated bomb attack in Israel, a robotic teacher in China, attacks on gay rights activists in Moscow, Parkour among Greek ruins in Libya, the rescue of a suicidal man in China, a Red Panda in Italy, and much more.
- [Imperial Blossoms - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/imperial-blossoms-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - A weeping cherry tree blooms on the grounds of the Imperial Palace in Kyoto, Japan, in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from the 2015 Traveler Photo Contest. Source: Weeping Cherry Tree Image, Japan - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Islands in the Sea - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/islands-in-the-sea-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Sunlight paints a rock formation in the Galápagos Islands in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from the 2015 Traveler Photo Contest. Source: Rock Formation Image, Galapagos Islands - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [June 8, 2015 — Pictures of the Day - NYTimes.com](https://photographyicon.com/june-8-2015-pictures-of-the-day-nytimes-com/) - Photos from Germany, Ukraine, Turkey and New York. Source: June 8, 2015 — Pictures of the Day - NYTimes.com
- [Ocean World - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/ocean-world-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - A drone captures a bird’s-eye view of a surfer at Brazil’s Praia Mole in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from the 2015 Traveler Photo Contest. Source: Praia Mole Surfer, Brazil - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [APOD: 2015 June 8 - The Milky Way over the Temple of Poseidon](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-june-8-the-milky-way-over-the-temple-of-poseidon/) - A different astronomy and space sciencerelated image is featured each day, along with a brief explanation. Source: APOD: 2015 June 8 - The Milky Way over the Temple of Poseidon
- [Under African Skies - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/under-african-skies-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - A Hamar woman and her son stand beneath a dramatic sky in Ethiopia’s Omo Valley in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from the 2015 Traveler Photo Contest. Source: Omo Valley Hamars Image, Ethiopia - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Colorful Corpus Christi Celebrations - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/colorful-corpus-christi-celebrations-the-atlantic/) - The feast of Corpus Christi is a festival where Catholics celebrate the presence of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist. Source: Colorful Corpus Christi Celebrations - The Atlantic
- [15 Legendary Photographers You Should Know | Resource Magazine](https://photographyicon.com/15-legendary-photographers-you-should-know-resource-magazine/) - Source: 15 Legendary Photographers You Should Know | Resource Magazine
- [New York State of Light - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/new-york-state-of-light-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - A long exposure captures a dynamic sunset over New York City in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from the 2015 Traveler Photo Contest. Source: Sunset Image, New York City - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Unusual Homes Around the World - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/unusual-homes-around-the-world-the-atlantic/) - Images of where people live—from cave dwellings and tree houses to soccer-ball-shaped shelters, toilet-shaped homes, and portable domiciles. Source: Unusual Homes Around the World - The Atlantic
- [Photoshelter Has A Brand New App](https://photographyicon.com/photoshelter-has-a-brand-new-app/) - Check out the new Photoshelter mobile app.
- [Leica Q First Impressions Review: Digital Photography Review](https://photographyicon.com/leica-q-first-impressions-review-digital-photography-review/) - Source: Leica Q First Impressions Review: Digital Photography Review
- [June 10, 2015 — Pictures of the Day - NYTimes.com](https://photographyicon.com/june-10-2015-pictures-of-the-day-nytimes-com/) - Photos from Turkey, the West Bank, Chile and Mongolia. Source: June 10, 2015 — Pictures of the Day - NYTimes.com
- [2015 National Geographic Traveler Photo Contest, Part II - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/2015-national-geographic-traveler-photo-contest-part-ii-the-atlantic/) - More amazing photography from this year’s competition. Source: 2015 National Geographic Traveler Photo Contest, Part II - The Atlantic
- [2015 National Geographic Traveler Photo Contest Part I - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/2015-national-geographic-traveler-photo-contest-part-i-the-atlantic/) - The 27th annual National Geographic Traveler Photo Contest is under way, and entries will be accepted for another seven weeks, until June 30, 2015. First prize winner will receive an eight-day photo expedition for two, to Costa Rica and the Panama Canal. National Geographic was once again kind enough to allow me to share some
- [Sony a7R II has 42.4MP on 4K-capable full frame BSI CMOS sensor: Digital Photography Review](https://photographyicon.com/sony-a7r-ii-has-42-4mp-on-4k-capable-full-frame-bsi-cmos-sensor-digital-photography-review/) - Sony has announced the a7R II, a 42.4MP mirrorless camera with an image stabilized full-frame BSI CMOS sensor. Unlike its predecessor, the camera includes on-sensor phase detection elements for faster autofocus, which continues to work with other brands' lenses. The camera also has a revised shutter mechanism, rated to 500,000 actuations but also promising less
- [Lines of Moravia - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/lines-of-moravia-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Undulating fields tell an agricultural tale in the Czech Republic’s Moravia region in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from our Your Shot community. Source: Moravian Fields Image, Czech Republic - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [The Lights Go Out on Candlestick Park - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/the-lights-go-out-on-candlestick-park-the-atlantic/) - San Francisco’s Candlestick Park is nearly gone. Only a few sections of the 55-year-old stadium remain standing as a months-long demolition is underway, making room for a new mall and housing units. Source: The Lights Go Out on Candlestick Park - The Atlantic
- [Light at the End - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/light-at-the-end-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Sunlight streams into Grubug Cave in Indonesia in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from the 2015 Traveler Photo Contest. Source: Grubug Cave Image, Indonesia - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Buffalo Head - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/buffalo-head-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - A buffalo pauses at a pool of water in South Dakota in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from the 2015 Traveler Photo Contest. Source: Drinking Buffalo Image, South Dakota - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Photos of the Week: 6/6-6/12 - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-the-week-66-612-the-atlantic/) - Images from Iraq, Austria, Sumatra, South Korea, the United States, and much more. Source: Photos of the Week: 6/6-6/12 - The Atlantic
- [Twilight in Bukhara - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/twilight-in-bukhara-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - A woman passes a Bukhara mosque at twilight in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from the 2015 Traveler Photo Contest. Source: Bukhara Mosque Image, Uzbekistan - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [APOD: 2015 June 14 - M101: The Pinwheel Galaxy](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-june-14-m101-the-pinwheel-galaxy/) - A different astronomy and space sciencerelated image is featured each day, along with a brief explanation. Source: APOD: 2015 June 14 - M101: The Pinwheel Galaxy
- [Zoo Animals Escape Amid Heavy Flooding in Tbilisi, Georgia - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/zoo-animals-escape-amid-heavy-flooding-in-tbilisi-georgia-the-atlantic/) - Heavy rainfall and flooding in the Georgian capital of Tbilisi left at least 12 people dead on Sunday, ravaging the city's zoo and setting animals free into the streets of Tbilisi. Source: Zoo Animals Escape Amid Heavy Flooding in Tbilisi, Georgia - The Atlantic
- [Bowl of Mountains - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/bowl-of-mountains-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Sunlight falls on rocky surfaces surrounding Canada’s Lake O’Hara in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from Peter Essick. Source: Lake O’Hara Image, Yoho National Park - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Syrian Refugees Crash Through Turkish Border Fence - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/syrian-refugees-crash-through-turkish-border-fence-the-atlantic/) - Thousands of Syrians cut through a border fence and crossed into Turkey on Sunday, fleeing intense fighting in northern Syria between Kurdish fighters and ISIS militants. Source: Syrian Refugees Crash Through Turkish Border Fence - The Atlantic
- [Pilgrims’ Party - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/pilgrims-party-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Musicians perform during the Gitan Pilgrimage Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from the 2015 Traveler Photo Contest. Source: Gitan Pilgrimage Image, France - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Spectacular Wildlife Photography: Winners and Runners-up From the 2015 Audubon Photography Awards - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/spectacular-wildlife-photography-winners-and-runners-up-from-the-2015-audubon-photography-awards-the-atlantic/) - Winners and runners-up from the 2015 Audubon Photography Awards competition. Source: Spectacular Wildlife Photography: Winners and Runners-up From the 2015 Audubon Photography Awards - The Atlantic
- [Snow Falls - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/snow-falls-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Ice and snow cover Niagara Falls in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from the 2015 Traveler Photo Contest. Source: Niagara Falls Image, Ontario - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [The First European Games Are Underway in Baku, Azerbaijan - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/the-first-european-games-are-underway-in-baku-azerbaijan-the-atlantic/) - Azerbaijan is hosting the first-ever European Games in its capital city of Baku. Source: The First European Games Are Underway in Baku, Azerbaijan - The Atlantic
- [Terraces of Yunnan - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/terraces-of-yunnan-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - China’s Yuangyang rice terraces are seen from the top of a nearby mountain in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from the 2015 Traveler Photo Contest. Source: Yuanyang Rice Terraces Image, China - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [APOD: 2015 June 18 - M64: The Black Eye Galaxy](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-june-18-m64-the-black-eye-galaxy/) - A different astronomy and space sciencerelated image is featured each day, along with a brief explanation. Source: APOD: 2015 June 18 - M64: The Black Eye Galaxy
- [Photos of the Week: 6/13-6/19 - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-the-week-613-619-the-atlantic/) - A double rainbow over the Sydney Harbour Bridge, swimming in the Mediterranean, refugees in Syria and Europe, volcanic eruptions in North Sumatra, sorrow in Charleston, and much more. Source: Photos of the Week: 6/13-6/19 - The Atlantic
- [Camel at Pyramids Image, Egypt - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/camel-at-pyramids-image-egypt-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - A camel yawns in front of the Pyramids at Giza in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from our Your Shot community. Source: Camel at Pyramids Image, Egypt - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [APOD: 2015 June 19 - LightSail A](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-june-19-lightsail-a/) - A different astronomy and space sciencerelated image is featured each day, along with a brief explanation. Source: APOD: 2015 June 19 - LightSail A
- [Dome Sweet Dome - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/dome-sweet-dome-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Istanbul’s Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia are captured in a single frame in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from the 2015 Traveler Photo Contest. Source: Blue Mosque Image, Istanbul - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Killer Tails - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/killer-tails-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - A pod of orcas hunts for herring in Norway’s Andfjorden in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from photographer Paul Nicklen. Source: Orca Pod Image, Norway - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [APOD: 2015 June 21 - Rings and Seasons of Saturn](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-june-21-rings-and-seasons-of-saturn/) - A different astronomy and space sciencerelated image is featured each day, along with a brief explanation. Source: APOD: 2015 June 21 - Rings and Seasons of Saturn
- [Energy Flow - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/energy-flow-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - A woman stands in a misty forest on a spring morning in Aomori, Japan, in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from the 2015 Traveler Photo Contest. Source: Aomori Forest Image, Japan - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Reenacting the Battle of Waterloo - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/reenacting-the-battle-of-waterloo-the-atlantic/) - Two hundred years ago, the decisive Battle of Waterloo was fought near Brussels, commemorated over the weekend by thousands of reenactors staging battles in period uniforms. Source: Reenacting the Battle of Waterloo - The Atlantic
- [A Peek at Yoho - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/a-peek-at-yoho-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Snowy Michael Peak is reflected in Yoho National Park’s Emerald Lake in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from photographer Peter Essick. Source: Emerald Lake Image, Yoho National Park - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Power Lines - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/power-lines-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Two power plant workers walk over a generator cover in Itaipu in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from the 2015 Traveler Photo Contest. Source: Power Plant Image, Itaipu - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [The Antarctic Snow Cruiser - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/the-antarctic-snow-cruiser-the-atlantic/) - The massive Antarctic Snow Cruiser was designed and built for Antarctic exploration in 1939, but failed to live up to expectations. Source: The Antarctic Snow Cruiser - The Atlantic
- [Sony's Innovative Journey in Camera Design and Technology](https://photographyicon.com/sonys-innovative-journey-in-camera-design-and-technology/) - When the digital camera revolution took hold at the turn of the century, the never-ending technological race among camera manufacturers sped up and, with no sign of that race ever slowing down, some runners dropped out; the order of who was leading and who was lagging changed in ways that surprised photographers everywhere. Source: Sony's
- [Expanding the Panama Canal - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/expanding-the-panama-canal-the-atlantic/) - Work on Panama's massive $5 billion Third Locks project is nearly complete. Source: Expanding the Panama Canal - The Atlantic
- [Videos Showing The Epic Zoom On The Nikon Coolpix P900](https://photographyicon.com/nikon-coolpix-p900/) - Epic 83x zoom showcased in these videos. It has amazing power.
- [Morning Swim - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/morning-swim-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Swimmers take to the water at sunrise on Sydney’s Bondi Beach in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from the 2015 Traveler Photo Contest. Source: Bondi Beach Image, Australia - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Bay Breach - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/bay-breach-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - A humpback whale breaches at sunset on Canada’s Witless Bay in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from the 2015 Traveler Photo Contest. Source: Humpback Whale Image, Canada - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Tree Top - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/tree-top-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - A tree grows on a pillar of rock in China’s Zhangjiajie National Forest Park in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from the 2015 Traveler Photo Contest. Source: Zhangjiajie Image, China - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Peak of Dawn - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/peak-of-dawn-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Shirley poppies bloom in a field near Japan’s Mount Tsukuba in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from the 2015 Traveler Photo Contest. Source: Mount Tsukuba Image, Japan - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Put a Wing on It - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/put-a-wing-on-it-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - A willow warbler splashes in a pool of water in Kuwait in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from the 2015 Traveler Photo Contest. Source: Willow Warbler Image, Kuwait - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Harold Feinstein Dies at 84; Froze New York Moments in Black and White - The New York Times](https://photographyicon.com/harold-feinstein-dies-at-84-froze-new-york-moments-in-black-and-white-the-new-york-times/) - Although Mr. Feinstein immortalized a period in the history of Coney Island, especially, he turned his lens on a wide variety of subjects. Source: Harold Feinstein Dies at 84; Froze New York Moments in Black and White - The New York Times
- [Making a Confederate Flag Invisible - The New York Times](https://photographyicon.com/making-a-confederate-flag-invisible-the-new-york-times/) - Removing the Confederate flag from the public square is but a first step toward deeper reflection on race. Source: Making a Confederate Flag Invisible - The New York Times
- [Insane Deals At B&H On Memory Cards Right Now](https://photographyicon.com/insane-deals-at-bh-on-memory-cards-right-now/) - Heavily discounter memory cards at BandH
- [Tinder Dry: An Early Start to Wildfire Season in the West - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/tinder-dry-an-early-start-to-wildfire-season-in-the-west-the-atlantic/) - Wildfires have already burned more than 1.6 million acres in Alaska this season, and blazes in Washington, Oregon, and bone-dry California have scorched thousands more. Source: Tinder Dry: An Early Start to Wildfire Season in the West - The Atlantic
- [Getting Their Shot - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/getting-their-shot-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Tourists photograph the Oslo Opera House in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from the 2015 Traveler Photo Contest. Source: Oslo Opera House Image, Norway - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [The Best Seat in Yosemite](https://photographyicon.com/the-best-seat-in-yosemite/) - A man takes in the landscape of Yosemite National Park in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from our Your Shot community. Source: Diving Board Image, Yosemite
- [Child Labor in America 100 Years Ago - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/child-labor-in-america-100-years-ago-the-atlantic/) - In 1908, photographer Lewis Hine traveled across the U.S. to document child laborers and their workplaces. His portraits were used by reformers to drive legislation that would protect young workers or prohibit their employment. Source: Child Labor in America 100 Years Ago - The Atlantic
- [Ballerina Rainbow](https://photographyicon.com/ballerina-rainbow/) - Young ballerinas sit before dressing room mirrors in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from our Your Shot community. Source: Young Ballerinas Image, Florida
- [All-Request Photos: Sharks, Intoxication, Guacamole, Soccer, Scalia... - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/all-request-photos-sharks-intoxication-guacamole-soccer-scalia-the-atlantic/) - Reader-requested images, including playful raccoons, Soviet armies leaving Lithuania in the 1990s, Donald Trump’s hair, a Fennec fox, and much more. Source: All-Request Photos: Sharks, Intoxication, Guacamole, Soccer, Scalia... - The Atlantic
- [USA Wins the 2015 Women's World Cup - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/usa-wins-the-2015-womens-world-cup-the-atlantic/) - On Sunday, the United States defeated Japan 5-2 to take their third World Cup title in front of 53,300 spectators at BC Place Stadium in Vancouver, Canada. Source: USA Wins the 2015 Women's World Cup - The Atlantic
- [Alaska's Climate Refugees - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/alaskas-climate-refugees-the-atlantic/) - The village of Newtok, Alaska, sits on increasingly unstable land affected by erosion and melting permafrost. To escape the predicted collapse of the village site, residents will soon have to relocate to more stable ground. Source: Alaska's Climate Refugees - The Atlantic
- [Photos: The Fate of Electronic Waste - Photo Journal - WSJ](https://photographyicon.com/photos-the-fate-of-electronic-waste-photo-journal-wsj/) - As electronics further permeate every aspect of human living, their own life spans shorten, leaving the question: Where do electronics go when they die? For tons of e-waste annually, the last stop is one of the most polluted places on earth: Agbogbloshie, a digital dumping ground in Ghana. Source: Photos: The Fate of Electronic Waste
- [Skies Below](https://photographyicon.com/skies-below/) - A man rows a boat on a river in Bangladesh in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from our Your Shot community. Source: Fisherman Image, Bangladesh
- [Running of the Bulls 2015: The Fiesta de San Fermin - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/running-of-the-bulls-2015-the-fiesta-de-san-fermin-the-atlantic/) - The annual Fiesta de San Fermin, including the famous "Running of the Bulls," began in Spain this week. Source: Running of the Bulls 2015: The Fiesta de San Fermin - The Atlantic
- [Artist Installs Flocks of Surveillance Cameras and Satellite Dishes in Outdoor Settings | Colossal](https://photographyicon.com/artist-installs-flocks-of-surveillance-cameras-and-satellite-dishes-in-outdoor-settings-colossal/) - From far away Czech artist Jakub Geltner's works appear as flocks of birds, seagulls and pigeons gathered on clusters of rocks or resting just beneath a busy overpass. When one looks closer however they realize the groupings are not perched birds, but rather surveillance cameras and satelli Source: Artist Installs Flocks of Surveillance Cameras and
- [Planet Iceland - Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/planet-iceland-photo-of-the-day/) - The sun sets over Vestrahorn at Stokksnes in southeastern Iceland in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from the Traveler Photo Contest. Source: Vestrahorn Image, Iceland
- [APOD: 2015 July 10 - Messier 43](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-july-10-messier-43/) - A different astronomy and space sciencerelated image is featured each day, along with a brief explanation. Source: APOD: 2015 July 10 - Messier 43
- [Photos of the Week: 7/4-7/10 - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-the-week-74-710-the-atlantic/) - Rehabilitation for an orangutan in Indonesia, a ticker-tape parade for the World Cup winning U.S. women's football team in NYC, Dave Grohl rocks out on a throne of guitars, winter in Australia, wildfires in Saskatchewan, the Confederate battle flag comes down in South Carolina, & much more Source: Photos of the Week: 7/4-7/10 - The
- [July 10, 2015 — Pictures of the Day - The New York Times](https://photographyicon.com/july-10-2015-pictures-of-the-day-the-new-york-times/) - Photos from the United States, Iran, Bolivia and China. Source: July 10, 2015 — Pictures of the Day - The New York Times
- [30 Years Of National Geographic Traveller Photos](https://photographyicon.com/30-years-of-national-geographic-traveller-photos/) - A video discussion of the most memorable photographs from National Geographic Traveller.
- [The Voyage of New Horizons: Jupiter, Pluto, and Beyond - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/the-voyage-of-new-horizons-jupiter-pluto-and-beyond-the-atlantic/) - After traveling nearly 3 billion miles over the past nine and a half years, NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft is within hours of its rendezvous with Pluto. Source: The Voyage of New Horizons: Jupiter, Pluto, and Beyond - The Atlantic
- [Photo of the Day Poster Dolphins](https://photographyicon.com/photo-of-the-day-poster-dolphins/) - A pod of spinner dolphins swims off Makua Beach, Hawaii, in this National Geographic Photo of the Day from our Your Shot community. Source: Spinner Dolphins Image, Makua
- [Amazon Prime Day 2015](https://photographyicon.com/amazon-prime-day-2015/) - Amazon has some crazy deals going today. If you need some new photo gear check it out.
- [Photo of the Day - White Hot](https://photographyicon.com/photo-of-the-day-white-hot/) - Cars seek shade in the blinding landscape of White Sands National Monument in this National Geographic Photo of the Day. Source: Photo of the Day White Hot
- [Images of Ramadan 2015 - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/images-of-ramadan-2015-the-atlantic/) - Photographs of Muslims observing Ramadan around the world, from Japan to Iran, Pakistan to Italy, and more Source: Images of Ramadan 2015 - The Atlantic
- [Photos of the Week: 7/11-7/17 - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-the-week-711-717-the-atlantic/) - The massive ice mountains of Pluto, Bastille Day in Paris, the Pan Am Games in Toronto, brush fires above Athens, celebrating a nuclear deal in Tehran, a Jaffa candy race in New Zealand, and much more. Source: Photos of the Week: 7/11-7/17 - The Atlantic
- [Photo of the Day - Perfect Ride](https://photographyicon.com/photo-of-the-day-perfect-ride/) - A surfer rides a wave at Sydney’s Tamarama Beach in this National Geographic Photo of the Day. Source: Surfer Image, Tamarama Beach
- [Photo of the Day - Warring Weather](https://photographyicon.com/photo-of-the-day-warring-weather/) - A rainbow and lightning collide in a composite image of an Iowa storm in this National Geographic Photo of the Day. Source: Photo of the Day - Warring Weather
- [Photo of the Day - Mirrored Gazes](https://photographyicon.com/photo-of-the-day-mirrored-gazes/) - A man sells mirrors in Kenya’s Kakuma Refugee Camp in this National Geographic Photo of the Day. Source: Photo of the Day Mirrored Gazes
- [Photo of the Day - River of Ten Thousand Souls](https://photographyicon.com/photo-of-the-day-river-of-ten-thousand-souls/) - Yaqing Temple Source: Photo of the Day - River of Ten Thousand Souls
- [Photo of the Day - Step Sellers](https://photographyicon.com/photo-of-the-day-step-sellers/) - Women work on market steps in the mountain city of Dalat, Vietnam, in this National Geographic Photo of the Day. Source: Photo of the Day - Step Sellers
- [Viewing Earth From Above - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/viewing-earth-from-above-the-atlantic/) - Today, simply, I present recent images of the Earth, as seen from above. Shot from as close as a few hundred feet away, or as far as a million miles, the variety and beauty of our home planet depicted in these photos continues to amaze. Source: Viewing Earth From Above - The Atlantic
- [What Professional Photographers Wish They Knew When Starting Out](https://photographyicon.com/what-professional-photographers-wish-they-knew-when-starting-out/) - We talked to 14 professional photographers about what they wish they knew when they first started their business. Source: What Professional Photographers Wish They Knew When Starting Out
- [Wildfires Rage Across Greece - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/wildfires-rage-across-greece-the-atlantic/) - Around Athens and in other parts of southern Greece, about 50 forest fires have broken out in recent days, fanned by strong winds and high temperatures Source: Wildfires Rage Across Greece - The Atlantic
- [Hot Summer Days - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/hot-summer-days-the-atlantic/) - People and animals trying to beat the heat across the Northern Hemisphere. Source: Hot Summer Days - The Atlantic
- [Photo of the Day - The Boatman](https://photographyicon.com/photo-of-the-day-the-boatman/) - A boatman plies the Ganges River in West Bengal, India, in this National Geographic Photo of the Day. Source: Photo of the Day The Boatman
- [Photo of the Day Over Yellowstone](https://photographyicon.com/photo-of-the-day-over-yellowstone/) - Seen from above, tourists walk the path around Yellowstone’s Grand Prismatic Spring in this National Geographic Photo of the Day. Source: Photo of the Day Over Yellowstone
- [Images of the Ocean Blue: Photographs from NOAA - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/images-of-the-ocean-blue-photographs-from-noaa-the-atlantic/) - The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is an American scientific agency with roots that reach back to 1807. Over the years, NOAA has amassed a sizable library of photographs, some of which I've selected here. Source: Images of the Ocean Blue: Photographs from NOAA - The Atlantic
- [APOD: 2015 July 28 - Rainbows and Rays over Bryce Canyon](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-july-28-rainbows-and-rays-over-bryce-canyon/) - A different astronomy and space sciencerelated image is featured each day, along with a brief explanation. Source: APOD: 2015 July 28 - Rainbows and Rays over Bryce Canyon
- [Photo of the Day Black-Hat Dancer](https://photographyicon.com/photo-of-the-day-black-hat-dancer/) - A monk pauses before performing in the black-hat dance at a Bhutan festival in this National Geographic Photo of the Day. Source: Photo of the Day Black-Hat Dancer
- [Photo of the Day Audience Unmasked](https://photographyicon.com/photo-of-the-day-audience-unmasked/) - Young folk dancers perform in the Andrean town of Ollantaytambo, Peru, in this National Geographic Photo of the Day. Source: Photo of the Day Audience Unmasked
- [Bioluminescent Plankton Image, Iran](https://photographyicon.com/bioluminescent-plankton-image-iran/) - Bioluminescent plankton glow on the shore of the island of Larak, Iran, in this National Geographic Photo of the Day. Source: Bioluminescent Plankton Image, Iran
- [Photo of the Day The People’s Pope](https://photographyicon.com/photo-of-the-day-the-peoples-pope/) - Pope Francis rides in a popemobile at a general audience in St. Peter’s Square in this National Geographic Photo of the Day. Source: Photo of the Day The People’s Pope
- [The Flying Machines of Flugtag - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/the-flying-machines-of-flugtag-the-atlantic/) - Since 1992, Red Bull has been organizing Flugtag (“flying day”) events around the world, where participants build and pilot homemade flying machines off a 28-foot-high flight deck above a body of water. The aerodynamic qualities of many of the creatively built aircraft are questionable, and most do not so much fly as... plummet. Source: The
- [Photo of the Day Painting With Land](https://photographyicon.com/photo-of-the-day-painting-with-land/) - Terraced rice fields are seen from above in Lao Cai Province in this National Geographic Photo of the Day. Source: Photo of the Day Painting With Land
- [Nepal, Three Months After the Earthquakes - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/nepal-three-months-after-the-earthquakes-the-atlantic/) - Nearly three million survivors, many in mountainous, hard-to-reach areas, still need urgent help according to a U.N. report, several months after massive twin earthquakes struck Nepal, killing more than 8,800 people, injuring more than 22,000. Source: Nepal, Three Months After the Earthquakes - The Atlantic
- [Photo of the Day Passing By](https://photographyicon.com/photo-of-the-day-passing-by/) - A skier passes a lone tree in the Austrian Alps in this National Geographic Photo of the Day. Source: Skier Image, Austrian Alps
- [APOD: 2015 July 30 - Milky Way over Uluru](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-july-30-milky-way-over-uluru/) - A different astronomy and space sciencerelated image is featured each day, along with a brief explanation. Source: APOD: 2015 July 30 - Milky Way over Uluru
- [The Abandoned Fishing Village of Houtouwan - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/the-abandoned-fishing-village-of-houtouwan-the-atlantic/) - On Shengshan Island, east of Shanghai, China, only a handful of people still live in a village that was once home to more than 2,000 fishermen. Source: The Abandoned Fishing Village of Houtouwan - The Atlantic
- [Elephants on Parade - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/elephants-on-parade-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Female elephants and their young cross the plains of Kenya’s Amboseli National Park in this National Geographic Photo of the Day. Source: Elephants Image, Amboseli National Park - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [APOD: 2015 July 31 - The ISS and a Colorful Moon](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-july-31-the-iss-and-a-colorful-moon/) - A different astronomy and space sciencerelated image is featured each day, along with a brief explanation. Source: APOD: 2015 July 31 - The ISS and a Colorful Moon
- [Photos of the Week: 7/25-7/31 - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-the-week-725-731-the-atlantic/) - An alpenhorn performance in Switzerland, a portrait of Vladimir Putin made of spent ammunition from Ukraine, Prince Charles surprised by an eagle, wildfire in California, a sunset in Crimea, and much more. Source: Photos of the Week: 7/25-7/31 - The Atlantic
- [Photo of the Day Hands of Time - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/photo-of-the-day-hands-of-time-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - A close-up shot shows the hands of an elderly man in Bangladesh in this National Geographic Photo of the Day. Source: Hands Image, Bangladesh - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Winners of the 2015 National Geographic Traveler Photo Contest - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/winners-of-the-2015-national-geographic-traveler-photo-contest-the-atlantic/) - The winners of the 27th annual National Geographic Traveler Photo Contest have just been announced. Source: Winners of the 2015 National Geographic Traveler Photo Contest - The Atlantic
- [Photos of Empty Chinese Amusement Parks - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-empty-chinese-amusement-parks-the-atlantic/) - What happens when the crowds go home? Source: Photos of Empty Chinese Amusement Parks - The Atlantic
- [Photo of the Day Swanlike End](https://photographyicon.com/photo-of-the-day-swanlike-end/) - A swan swims on Slovenia’s Lake Bled in this National Geographic Photo of the Day. Source: Lake Bled Image, Slovenia - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Photographer Captures Individuals at Their Most Vulnerable: Just After Waking Up](https://photographyicon.com/photographer-captures-individuals-at-their-most-vulnerable-just-after-waking-up/) - Kelsy Gossett's Wake Up series documents a tepid space between living and sleep, punctuated by the confused, scared or vulnerable emotions of the people she is photographing. Kelsy photographs couples, individuals, and friends in their safest space of recuperation: their bed. The bedroom is political;, it is where the individual crafts their identity, cultivates a
- [Human Impact on the Earth: Switzerland's Great Aletsch Glacier](https://photographyicon.com/human-impact-on-the-earth-switzerlands-great-aletsch-glacier/) - Ahead of the UN Climate Conference in December, Reuters has released the fourth of their "Earthprints" series focusing how humans change the landscape of the planet, featuring Switzerland's Great Aletsch Glacier. Source: Human Impact on the Earth: Switzerland's Great Aletsch Glacier - The Atlantic
- [LightTrac App](https://photographyicon.com/lighttrac-app/) - LightTrac for iPad, iPhone and Android is a must have for all outdoor photographers. Source: LightTrac for iPad, iPhone, iPod touch and Android | Rivolu
- [Canon 250MP APS-H CMOS sensor demo (video) | Photo Rumors](https://photographyicon.com/canon-250mp-aps-h-cmos-sensor-demo-video-photo-rumors/) - Check out this demo of the new 250MP APS-H-sized CMOS sensor during the 2015 Canon Expo in Italy: Source: Canon 250MP APS-H CMOS sensor demo (video) | Photo Rumors
- [Come Up for Air - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/come-up-for-air-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Families sleep on rooftops in Varanasi, India, in this National Geographic Photo of the Day. Source: People Sleeping on Rooftops Image, India - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Thousands of Migrants Are Crossing the Balkans on Foot - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/thousands-of-migrants-are-crossing-the-balkans-on-foot-the-atlantic/) - On October 17, Hungary closed its border with Croatia, blocking thousands of refugees still traveling from Mediterranean landing points to central and northern European countries. An estimated 58,000 migrants have arrived in Slovenia over the last week alone. Source: Thousands of Migrants Are Crossing the Balkans on Foot - The Atlantic
- [Photo of the Day A Show on Ice - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/photo-of-the-day-a-show-on-ice-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - In Greenland, people bundled in sealskin watch a movie projected onto the side of an iceberg in this National Geographic Photo of the Day. Source: Movie on Iceberg Image, Greenland - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Photos of the Week: 10/24-10/30 - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-the-week-1024-1030-the-atlantic/) - Black bears in Florida, prayers for rain in Indonesia, the Halloween Dog Parade in New York, the aftermath of Hurricane Patricia in Mexico, Chewbacca under arrest in Ukraine, and much more. Source: Photos of the Week: 10/24-10/30 - The Atlantic
- [Karen Marshall: Between Girls A Passage to Womanhood - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/karen-marshall-between-girls-a-passage-to-womanhood-the-atlantic/) - Photographer Karen Marshall began photographing a group of girls in 1985—and hasn’t stopped. Source: Karen Marshall: Between Girls A Passage to Womanhood - The Atlantic
- [Photos of Halloween 2015 - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-halloween-2015-the-atlantic/) - Images of people parading, trick-or-treating, partying, or getting scared silly in haunted houses, dressed in spooky or whimsical costumes—from the U.S., China, Germany, Spain, Japan, France, and more. Source: Photos of Halloween 2015 - The Atlantic
- [2015 National Geographic Photo Contest, Part II - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/2015-national-geographic-photo-contest-part-ii-the-atlantic/) - National Geographic Magazine’s annual photo contest is still open, but the deadline for submissions coming up on November 16, 2015. Source: 2015 National Geographic Photo Contest, Part II - The Atlantic
- [Sand Dunes and Trees Image, Iran - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/sand-dunes-and-trees-image-iran-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - See the early morning sun cast a gentle light on sand dunes and a stand of trees in the Iranian desert in this National Geographic Photo of the Day. Source: Sand Dunes and Trees Image, Iran - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Photos of the Red Sludge That Smothered a Town in Brazil - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-the-red-sludge-that-smothered-a-town-in-brazil-the-atlantic/) - On November 5, two dams retaining tons of iron mining waste near the Brazilian town of Bento Rodrigues burst, releasing a massive flood of thick, red toxic mud that flattened buildings and trees, smothered the small town, killed at least four, and left another 28 still missing. Source: Photos of the Red Sludge That Smothered
- [Photos of the Week: 11/07-11/13 - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-the-week-1107-1113-the-atlantic/) - McSleepers in Hong Kong, sturgeon in Iran, Kurdish soldiers in Syria, Diwali in New Delhi, a militant from the Bird Protection League, hit by a shovel in France, Guatemala's Fuego Volcano, and much more. Source: Photos of the Week: 11/07-11/13 - The Atlantic
- [Lightroom CC 2015.3 / 6.3 now available](https://photographyicon.com/lightroom-cc-2015-3-6-3-now-available/) - Heads up! Source: Lightroom CC 2015.3 / 6.3 now available
- [China From Above - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/china-from-above-the-atlantic/) - A collection of recent aerial images showing the vast diversity of landscapes across China, from cities to mountains, desert to sea shores, and much more. Source: China From Above - The Atlantic
- [Photographs of the Volunteers Welcoming Refugees to Europe - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/photographs-of-the-volunteers-welcoming-refugees-to-europe-the-atlantic/) - As politicians debate the status of refugees, volunteers are working tirelessly to provide them with basic care. Source: Photographs of the Volunteers Welcoming Refugees to Europe - The Atlantic
- [Steve McCurry's India Photographs Will Display in Rubin Museum of Art - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/steve-mccurrys-india-photographs-will-display-in-rubin-museum-of-art-the-atlantic/) - A new exhibit focuses on the famed photographer’s work on the subcontinent. Source: Steve McCurry's India Photographs Will Display in Rubin Museum of Art - The Atlantic
- [Photo of the Day Riding High](https://photographyicon.com/photo-of-the-day-riding-high/) - Men travel home atop a Bangladesh train in this National Geographic Photo of the Day. Source: Dhaka Train Image, Bangladesh - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Lightning Strike Image, Horseshoe Bend - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/lightning-strike-image-horseshoe-bend-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - A lightning storm fills the sky above Arizona’s Horseshoe Bend in this National Geographic Photo of the Day. Source: Lightning Strike Image, Horseshoe Bend - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [15 Of The Most Expensive Pictures In The World](https://photographyicon.com/15-of-the-most-expensive-pictures-in-the-world/) - Yes. One is a million dollar photo of a seashell. Source: 15 Of The Most Expensive Pictures In The World
- [Video About Cristina Mittermeier](https://photographyicon.com/video-about-cristina-mittermeier/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P8R9q9V5tLo Here is a short video about photographer Cristina Mittermeier. Source: DPReview
- [Flickr’s Top-25 photos in 2015 | Flickr Blog](https://photographyicon.com/flickrs-top-25-photos-in-2015-flickr-blog/) - As part of our Year in Review, we're happy to share the Top-25 photos uploaded to Flickr in 2015. Source: Flickr’s Top-25 photos in 2015 | Flickr Blog
- [Apple iPhone 6s Plus camera review DPReview](https://photographyicon.com/apple-iphone-6s-plus-camera-review-dpreview/) - Our review of the Apple iPhone 6s Plus covers its modest camera improvements, including 4K video capture and increased 12MP resolution.Source: Introduction: Apple iPhone 6s Plus camera review: Connect
- [Volcanic Ghost Villages in Indonesia - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/volcanic-ghost-villages-in-indonesia-the-atlantic/) - AP photographer Binsar Bakkara recently visited newly-formed ghost villages near Indonesia’s Mount Sinabing, documenting the crumbling houses left behind that serve as “eerie reminders of how life suddenly stopped when the volcano erupted and everyone was forced to evacuate their homes.” Source: Volcanic Ghost Villages in Indonesia - The Atlantic
- [Photo of the Day Supreme Sunlight - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/photo-of-the-day-supreme-sunlight-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - A statue of Hindu deity Shiva is lit by the sun in Kauai, Hawaii, in this National Geographic Photo of the Day. Source: Shiva Statue in Sunlight Image, Kauai, Hawaii - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [What Killed Editorial Sports Photography?](https://photographyicon.com/what-killed-editorial-sports-photography/) - Bruce Kluckhohn Professional sports photography for the editorial market is an endangered species. Unfortunately, a lot of it has to do with editorial clients turning away from the professional photographer to sports enthusiasts who are willing to trade their photos for season tickets. Source: What Killed Editorial Sports Photography?: You’ve Got To Hustle As A
- [Phase One buys Mamiya](https://photographyicon.com/phase-one-buys-mamiya/) - Digital medium format brand Phase One has bought the whole of the Mamiya Digital Imaging Company and has taken over Mamiya's Saku factory for its Japanese HQ. The Danish company has had a long-standing relationship with the Japanese camera and lens manufacturer, and since 2009 has owned 45% of the company's shares. Read more Source:
- [Top 25 News Photos of 2015 - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/top-25-news-photos-of-2015-the-atlantic/) - The past year has been a series of tumultuous news stories, from the massive migration crisis and the war and terror those migrants are fleeing, to historic images of faraway Pluto, a U.S. Supreme Court ruling supporting same-sex marriage, and widespread protests about continued inequality. Source: Top 25 News Photos of 2015 - The Atlantic
- [58 Minute Long Video Lecture About Becoming A Great Photographer](https://photographyicon.com/58-minute-long-video-lecture-about-becoming-a-great-photographer/) - A wonderful video about 10 ways to become a great photographer.
- [2015: The Year in Photos, January-April - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/2015-the-year-in-photos-january-april-the-atlantic/) - As the year comes to a close, it's time to take a look back at some of the most memorable events and images of 2015, starting with the months of January through April. Source: 2015: The Year in Photos, January-April - The Atlantic
- [Top 100 Photos of 2015 -TIME](https://photographyicon.com/top-100-photos-of-2015-time/) - TIME presents an unranked selection of the top 100 images of the year Source: TIME Picks the Top 100 Photos of 2015 | TIME
- [2015: The Year in Photos, May-August - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/2015-the-year-in-photos-may-august-the-atlantic/) - As the year comes to a close, it's time to take a look back at some of the most memorable events and images of 2015, starting with the months of May through August.Source: 2015: The Year in Photos, May-August - The Atlantic
- [Photographs of Somali Refugee Community in America - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/photographs-of-somali-refugee-community-in-america-the-atlantic/) - Photographs of new AmericansSource: Photographs of Somali Refugee Community in America - The Atlantic
- [Hopeful Images From 2015 - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/hopeful-images-from-2015-the-atlantic/) - After a year of news stories that produced photos that can often be difficult or disturbing to view, I thought I’d take the time to compose an essay of uplifting images from the past year.Source: Hopeful Images From 2015 - The Atlantic
- [Photographing the Refugee Trail by Drone - The New York Times](https://photographyicon.com/photographing-the-refugee-trail-by-drone-the-new-york-times/) - Rocco Rorandelli’s life has been shaped by immigration. But when he decided to photograph the current migrant crisis in Europe, he took a step back and went above, using a drone.Source: Photographing the Refugee Trail by Drone - The New York Times
- [20 More Movies About Photography That Every Photographer Should Watch – Resource Magazine](https://photographyicon.com/20-more-movies-about-photography-that-every-photographer-should-watch-resource-magazine/) - 20 More Movies About Photography That Every Photographer Should Watch – Resource Magazine
- [One Man's Quest to Photograph 12,000 Species Before They Disappear | WIRED](https://photographyicon.com/one-mans-quest-to-photograph-12000-species-before-they-disappear-wired/) - From the naked mole rate to Malayan tigers, Joe Sartore has set out to capture 12,000 species of animals around the world, and he's almost halfway there. Source: One Man's Quest to Photograph 12,000 Species Before They Disappear | WIRED
- [The Year in Pictures 2015 - The New York Times](https://photographyicon.com/the-year-in-pictures-2015-the-new-york-times/) - A selection of the year’s most riveting photographs.Source: The Year in Pictures 2015 - The New York Times
- [Photography Without a Lens? Future of Images May Lie in Data - The New York Times](https://photographyicon.com/photography-without-a-lens-future-of-images-may-lie-in-data-the-new-york-times/) - The camera as we know it is changing: We are already seeing elements of computational photography, which relies on the idea that if you can capture visual data instead of a true image, the picture can be reconstructed with software.Source: Photography Without a Lens? Future of Images May Lie in Data - The New York
- [15 Photography Training Exercises Guaranteed to Improve Your Skills](https://photographyicon.com/15-photography-training-exercises-guaranteed-to-improve-your-skills/) - If you want to become good at anything you need to practice. Photography is no exception.[mainimage]With so many skills to get to grips with, practice isn't just a good idea – it’s a necessity. All the best photographers practice regularly in ordeSource: 15 Photography Training Exercises Guaranteed to Improve Your Skills | InstantShift
- [2015 National Geographic Photo Contest Winners](https://photographyicon.com/2015-national-geographic-photo-contest-winners/) - 2015 National Geographic Photo Contest | National Geographic
- [Your Best Shot 2015: Starry Night](https://photographyicon.com/your-best-shot-2015-starry-night/) - The Your Best Shot 2015 Flickr group is growing impressively and we are delighted to see thousands of amazing captures and dozens of beautiful galleries curated by members of the group. We are happy to add our own with this selection of our favorite Starry nights.Source: Your Best Shot 2015: Starry Night | Flickr Blog
- [A Guiding Light - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/a-guiding-light-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Sunlight breaks through storm clouds on the Snaefellsnes Peninsula in Iceland in this National Geographic Photo of the Day.Source: Parting Storm Clouds and Mountains Image, Iceland - National Geographic Photo of the Day
- [Year in pictures 2015 - BBC News](https://photographyicon.com/year-in-pictures-2015-bbc-news/) - Here is a selection of some striking and thought-provoking pictures taken during the past year around the world. Source: Year in pictures 2015 - BBC News
- [10 Tips for New Drone Flyers](https://photographyicon.com/10-tips-for-new-drone-flyers/) - Source: 10 Tips for New Drone Flyers | Photofocus
- [In pictures: Preparations for Harbin Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival 2016](https://photographyicon.com/in-pictures-preparations-for-harbin-ice-and-snow-sculpture-festival-2016/) - Workers put the final touches to sculptures at the Harbin International Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival.Source: In pictures: Preparations for Harbin Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival 2016 - BBC News
- [APOD: 2016 January 4 - Earthset from the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2016-january-4-earthset-from-the-lunar-reconnaissance-orbiter/) - A different astronomy and space science related image is featured each day, along with a brief explanation. Source: APOD: 2016 January 4 - Earthset from the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter
- [11 TED Talks on Photography Worth Watching](https://photographyicon.com/11-ted-talks-on-photography-worth-watching/) - Need some inspiration to start off the new year? Try these 11 TED talks on photography. Source: 11 TED Talks on Photography Worth Watching
- [Human Eye VS A7s ii In Low Light](https://photographyicon.com/human-eye-vs-a7s-ii-in-low-light/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HX8SgqblA4k The Sony A7SII has remarkable low light capabilities. This video shows how it would roughly compare to the human eye. Video by VideoArt GR
- [WD-40 and microwaved tampons: secrets of food photography revealed](https://photographyicon.com/wd-40-and-microwaved-tampons-secrets-of-food-photography-revealed/) - It’s the job of a food stylist to make products look delicious on camera – even if the makeover leaves the meal inedible. Source: WD-40 and microwaved tampons: secrets of food photography revealed | Life and style | The Guardian
- [Parrot DISCO Drone](https://photographyicon.com/parrot-disco-drone/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=imtqooJj0I4 New drone from Parrot that claims 45 minute flight times and a 14 Megapixel camera. Article about it on The Verge Video by Parrot
- [Samsung Portable SSD T3](https://photographyicon.com/samsung-portable-ssd-t3/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GsVHSykXB0Y New SSD from Samsung.
- [Your Best Shot 2015: The Great Outdoors | Flickr Blog](https://photographyicon.com/your-best-shot-2015-the-great-outdoors-flickr-blog/) - Take a look at the selection of our favorite outdoor moments from Your Best Shot group pool.Source: Your Best Shot 2015: The Great Outdoors | Flickr Blog
- [Behold the Glitz and Grandeur of Russia's Metro Stations Built by Stalin in the 1930s](https://photographyicon.com/behold-the-glitz-and-grandeur-of-russias-metro-stations-built-by-stalin-in-the-1930s/) - In the early 1930s, Joseph Stalin and his longtime associate Lazar Kaganovich conceived of and oversaw the building of the the Moscow Metro, a palatial underground network designed in large part to inspire reverence and devotion for the Communist Party of the Soviet Union. Eighty years since its opening in 1935, Vancouver-based photographer David Burdeny
- [Your Best Shot 2015: Macros and Close-Ups | Flickr Blog](https://photographyicon.com/your-best-shot-2015-macros-and-close-ups-flickr-blog/) - Check out our favorite macro and close-up pictures from the Your Best Shot 2015 group pool. Source: Your Best Shot 2015: Macros and Close-Ups | Flickr Blog
- [4 Million Photos and a Lot of Love: 21 Years as a Photo Editor](https://photographyicon.com/4-million-photos-and-a-lot-of-love-21-years-as-a-photo-editor/) - In 21 years as a photo editor at National Geographic, Elizabeth Krist has worked on more than 108 stories and edited at least four million photographs. She has been an inspiring mentor to me. Eliza… Source: 4 Million Photos and a Lot of Love: 21 Years as a Photo Editor | PROOF
- [The Best Of CES According To DPReview](https://photographyicon.com/the-best-of-ces-according-to-dpreview/) - CES 2016 just wrapped up in Las Vegas over the weekend. During the course of the week-long trade show we had the chance to roam the floor a bit and check out a lot of cool new products, from big releases like the Nikon D500 and D5 to pleasant surprises like the prototype Kodak Super
- [Your Best Shot 2015: Long Exposure | Flickr Blog](https://photographyicon.com/your-best-shot-2015-long-exposure-flickr-blog/) - The Your Best Shot 2015 group pool has left us with plenty of stunning examples of Long Exposure photography. These are some of our favorites! Thank you once again to all of you who took part in Your Best Shot 2015. Source: Your Best Shot 2015: Long Exposure | Flickr Blog
- [India Mumbai identifies 'no selfie' zones after woman dies](https://photographyicon.com/india-mumbai-identifies-no-selfie-zones-after-woman-dies/) - Police in India's Mumbai city identify 15 places where taking selfies "can be dangerous", a week after an 18-year-old drowned while taking a selfie. Source: India Mumbai identifies 'no selfie' zones after woman dies - BBC News
- [Masashi Wakui's Tokyo Night Photography](https://photographyicon.com/masashi-wakuis-tokyo-night-photography/) - Tokyo is a city best viewed at night, and these stunning pictures prove it. Source: Magical Night Photography Of Tokyo’s Streets by Masashi Wakui | Bored Panda
- [Where the Bullets Go - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/where-the-bullets-go-the-atlantic/) - A photo catalog of scars and stories. Source: Where the Bullets Go - The Atlantic
- [These Surreal Folding Landscapes Were Made Using Drone Photos](https://photographyicon.com/these-surreal-folding-landscapes-were-made-using-drone-photos/) - You know that mind-bending scene in the movie Inception in which the dream world is folding up on itself. Source: These Surreal Folding Landscapes Were Made Using Drone Photos
- [YoCam is world's smallest waterproof 'life' camera](https://photographyicon.com/yocam-is-worlds-smallest-waterproof-life-camera/) - A new pocket-sized camera called YoCam, claiming to be the world's smallest waterproof wearable camera, has been successfully funded through Indiegogo. Available for pre-order now, Molify’s YoCam features a versatile design suitable for a variety of situations, including underwater recording. Source: YoCam is world's smallest waterproof 'life' camera: Digital Photography Review
- [Tour The Fujifilm Camera and Lens Factory](https://photographyicon.com/tour-the-fujifilm-camera-and-lens-factory/) - A tour of Fujifilm's factory tour provides a fascinating look into how the company's products are made Source: Photo Gallery: Take a Tour of a Fujifilm Camera and Lens Factory | Popular Photography
- [Over 15 Years, One Photographer Makes the Most Astonishing Portraits of Africa's Wild Animals - Feature Shoot](https://photographyicon.com/over-15-years-one-photographer-makes-the-most-astonishing-portraits-of-africas-wild-animals-feature-shoot/) - Nearly one decade ago, an adolescent zebra frolicked amongst the 8 thousand square kilometers that make up the Ngorongoro Conservation Area in Tanzania’s Crater Highlands. Staying close to the grown zebras, the energetic youngster moved wildly about, until at the very moment French photographer Laurent Baheux approached, he took the air, leaping clear over his
- [Monochrome Photography Awards - International Black and White Photography Contest - GrandPrize Winners Gallery](https://photographyicon.com/monochrome-photography-awards-international-black-and-white-photography-contest-grandprize-winners-gallery/) - Source: Monochrome Photography Awards - International Black and White Photography Contest - GrandPrize WinnersGallery
- [Scenes From 21st-Century China](https://photographyicon.com/scenes-from-21st-century-china/) - A small view of people and places across China over the past few months. Source: Scenes From 21st-Century China - The Atlantic
- [Photos of the Week: 1/30-2/5 - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-the-week-130-25-the-atlantic/) - Revelers in Brazil prepare for Carnival, Dutch police train an eagle to capture drones in midair, a captured monkey menace in Mumbai, Russian infantry training with reindeer, a mock zebra escape in a Tokyo zoo, and much more. Source: Photos of the Week: 1/30-2/5 - The Atlantic
- [Free Guide to Action & Adventure Sports Photography](https://photographyicon.com/free-guide-to-action-adventure-sports-photography/) - We’ve partnered with Red Bull Illume to release The Guide to Action & Adventure Sports Photography. Inside, hear from photographers who have won the most exclusive action and adventure sports p… Source: New! The Guide to Action & Adventure Sports Photography | PhotoShelter Blog
- [360 TB Of Data On One Small Glass Disc](https://photographyicon.com/360-tb-of-data-on-one-small-glass-disc/) - Scientists at the University of Southampton have made a major step forward in the development of digital data storage that is capable of surviving for billions of years.Source: Eternal 5D data storage could record the history of humankind | University of Southampton
- [Lomo'Instant Wide Review](https://photographyicon.com/lomoinstant-wide-review/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hVLt2MvoQA8 In this video Matt Day reviews the Lomo'Instant Wide. Buy the camera here.
- [You May Be A Photographer, But Are You An Artist?](https://photographyicon.com/you-may-be-a-photographer-but-are-you-an-artist/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sieUlqQIxT8 Interesting question posed by Roger Ballen in this video which is designed to make your uncomfortable. *Note some of the images in this video may be NSFW/disturbing* Video by COOPH.
- [In pictures: Women making technology work for them](https://photographyicon.com/in-pictures-women-making-technology-work-for-them/) - On International Women's Day, leading women in technology around the world speak about opportunities for those looking to enter the sector.Source: In pictures: Women making technology work for them - BBC News
- [Underwater Photographer Of The Year 2016](https://photographyicon.com/underwater-photographer-of-the-year-2016/) - 2016 Underwater photographer of the year winners Source: Underwater Photographer Of The Year
- [The Dizzying Cityscape of Hong Kong](https://photographyicon.com/the-dizzying-cityscape-of-hong-kong/) - In Hong Kong, space has always been at a premium. The small autonomous territory houses more than 7.3 million residents within just 426 square miles. Source: The Dizzying Cityscape of Hong Kong - The Atlantic
- [Scenes From Underground](https://photographyicon.com/scenes-from-underground/) - Caves and tunnels have always been part of human life. Source: Scenes From Underground - The Atlantic
- [Photos of the Week: 3/5-3/11 - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-the-week-35-311-the-atlantic/) - Photos of the Week: 3/5-3/11 - The Atlantic
- [Riksgränsen: Swedish Ski Resort for Refugees](https://photographyicon.com/riksgransen-swedish-ski-resort-for-refugees/) - More than 100 miles north of the Arctic Circle, an out-of-season Swedish retreat became a temporary home for 600 migrants.Source: Riksgränsen: Swedish Ski Resort for Refugees - The Atlantic
- [The Breathtaking Urban Density of Hong Kong, As Seen From Above ](https://photographyicon.com/the-breathtaking-urban-density-of-hong-kong-as-seen-from-above/) - Landscape photographer Andy Yeung has lived in Hong Kong for his entire life, but it wasn’t until he gazed out his window on a recent flight that he realized the extend and implications of the metropolis’s population density. Source: The Breathtaking Urban Density of Hong Kong, As Seen From Above - Feature Shoot
- [Photos: Holy Week and Easter, 2016](https://photographyicon.com/photos-holy-week-and-easter-2016/) - Church services, processions of hooded penitents, Easter eggs hunts, Catholic passion plays, and more.Source: Holy Week and Easter, 2016 - The Atlantic
- [World Backup Day](https://photographyicon.com/world-backup-day/) - https://vimeo.com/97489098 I'm not sure if this is a legit thing or not but I like the idea of reminding everyone to backup all their data. Can you imagine losing all your data? Backup everything today! Take a look at Backblaze for all your online backup needs. It's the best!
- [Photos of the Week: 3/26-4/1](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-the-week-326-41/) - Office chair street racing in Japan, protests across France, the ruins of Palmyra in Syria, Bactrian camel racing in Mongolia, President Obama reads from “Where the Wild Things Are,” and much more.Source: Photos of the Week: 3/26-4/1 - The Atlantic
- [Still Cleaning Up: 30 Years After the Chernobyl Disaster](https://photographyicon.com/still-cleaning-up-30-years-after-the-chernobyl-disaster/) - Recent images of the ongoing cleanup work and the ghost towns being reclaimed by nature within the 1,000-square-mile (2,600-square-kilometers) exclusion zone in Ukraine.Source: Still Cleaning Up: 30 Years After the Chernobyl Disaster - The Atlantic
- [In the Future, We Will Photograph Everything and Look at Nothing](https://photographyicon.com/in-the-future-we-will-photograph-everything-and-look-at-nothing/) - As our relationship with photography shifts, will desktop-based photo-editing programs like the Google Nik Collection go the way of the film camera? Source: In the Future, We Will Photograph Everything and Look at Nothing - The New Yorker
- [The Masks We Wear](https://photographyicon.com/the-masks-we-wear/) - We wear masks for many reasons: for fun, for protection, or to make a statement.Source: The Masks We Wear - The Atlantic
- [Cubans React to President Obama's Visit](https://photographyicon.com/cubans-react-to-president-obamas-visit/) - Following President Barack Obama’s historic trip to Cuba in March, Reuters photographer Ueslei Marcelino set up his camera on the streets of Havana and asked passing residents what they thought of Obama’s visit.Source: Cubans React to President Obama's Visit - The Atlantic
- [What It’s Like to Chase Storms Through the Great Plains in an Ambulance](https://photographyicon.com/what-its-like-to-chase-storms-through-the-great-plains-in-an-ambulance/) - Source: What It’s Like to Chase Storms Through the Great Plains in an Ambulance – Resource Magazine
- [In Defense of Steve McCurry](https://photographyicon.com/in-defense-of-steve-mccurry/) - New York Times Magazine photography critic, Teju Cole, recently penned what could only be construed as a takedown of National Geographic photographer Steve McCurry. Source: In Defense of Steve McCurry
- [Photos of the Week: 4/2-4/8](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-the-week-42-48/) - International Pillow Fight Day, Panamanian reflections, the self-defense army of Nagorno-Karabakh, a hedgehog cafe in Tokyo, calf-swimming in Lebanon, and much more.Source: Photos of the Week: 4/2-4/8 - The Atlantic
- [Dual-camera phones are the future of mobile photography](https://photographyicon.com/dual-camera-phones-are-the-future-of-mobile-photography/) - Source: Dual-camera phones are the future of mobile photography | The Verge
- [Photos of the Week: 4/9-4/15](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-the-week-49-415/) - Massive Buddhist sculptures in China, an enormous stone ball in Bosnia and Herzegovina, the leader of the Loch Ness Project in Scotland, a small figure of a a Mayan death god, and much more. Source: Photos of the Week: 4/9-4/15 - The Atlantic
- [One Photo For Every Year Of The Queen's Life](https://photographyicon.com/one-photo-for-every-year-of-the-queens-life/) - As the Queen celebrates her 90th birthday, we present an image from every year of her life. Source: In pictures: Queen Elizabeth II at 90 in 90 images - BBC News
- [Photos of the Week: 4/23-4/29](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-the-week-423-429/) - A shepherd pulls a lamb into the sea in Gaza City, President Obama meets Prince George in London, the aftermath of Ecuador’s earthquake, and much more.Source: Photos of the Week: 4/23-4/29 - The Atlantic
- [2016 National Geographic Travel Photographer of the Year Contest](https://photographyicon.com/2016-national-geographic-travel-photographer-of-the-year-contest/) - The Travel Photographer of the Year Contest is now underway at National Geographic, and entries will be accepted until the end of the month, May 27, 2016. Source: 2016 National Geographic Travel Photographer of the Year Contest - The Atlantic
- [CMOS VS CCD Infographic](https://photographyicon.com/cmos-vs-ccd-infographic/) - Interesting infographic here on the differene between CMOS and CCD
- [Animals in the News - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/animals-in-the-news-the-atlantic/) - It’s time once more for a look at the animal kingdom and our interactions with the countless species that share our planet. Source: Animals in the News - The Atlantic
- [2016 National Geographic Travel Photographer of the Year](https://photographyicon.com/2016-national-geographic-travel-photographer-of-the-year/) - See the winning photos from the 2016 National Geographic Travel Photographer of the Year contest.Source: 2016 National Geographic Travel Photographer of the Year | National Geographic
- [How We Spot Altered Pictures](https://photographyicon.com/how-we-spot-altered-pictures/) - National Geographic’s top editors explain how to keep photography honest in the era of Photoshop—and why they’ll never move the pyramids again.Source: How We Spot Altered Pictures
- [Photos of the Week 7/2-7/8](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-the-week-72-78/) - Tears for Alton Sterling, haute-couture Paris fashion, a swollen river in China, and much more. Source: Photos of the Week 7/2-7/8
- [A Week of Bloodshed in America](https://photographyicon.com/a-week-of-bloodshed-in-america/) - Photographs of the shootings, the protests, the police and the trauma. Source: Alton Sterling, Philando Castile, Dallas Police: Photographs of the shootings, the protests, the police, and the trauma - The Atlantic
- [Photos of the Week 7/16 - 7/22](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-the-week-716-722/) - Unrest in Turkey, a Santa Claus competition in Denmark, virtual reality in Israel, kite running in Rio, and much more. Source: Photos of the Week 7/16 - 7/22 - The Atlantic
- [Flying Around the World in a Solar Powered Plane](https://photographyicon.com/flying-around-the-world-in-a-solar-powered-plane/) - Pilots Bertrand Piccard and Andre Borschberg successfully landed the Solar Impulse 2 aircraft in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday, after flying around the world using only the power of the Sun.Source: Flying Around the World in a Solar Powered Plane - The Atlantic
- [Photos of the Week: 10/1-10/7](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-the-week-101-107/) - Fall colors in New England, famine in Yemen, hurricane Matthew aftermath in Cuba and Haiti, exploding mannequins in South Korea, and much more. Source: Photos of the Week: 10/1-10/7 - The Atlantic
- [Great Article On Fall Color Photography](https://photographyicon.com/great-article-on-fall-color-photography/) - Steve Perry has a great article about shooting in Fall: Fall Photo Basics
- [Portraits of Bollywood's Biggest Stars](https://photographyicon.com/portraits-of-bollywoods-biggest-stars/) - An intimate look at the stars of the world's largest film industry Source: Mark Bennington: Portraits of Bollywood's Biggest Stars - The Atlantic
- [GoPro Karma vs DJI Mavic Pro: Compared](https://photographyicon.com/gopro-karma-vs-dji-mavic-pro-compared/) - See our infographic to compare the pros and cons of the GoPro Karma and the DJI Mavic Pro, including each drones' size, camera, flight ability, and more: Source: GoPro Karma vs DJI Mavic Pro: Compared [INFOGRAPHIC]
- [Animals in the News](https://photographyicon.com/animals-in-the-news-2/) - It’s time once again for a look at the animal kingdom and our interactions with the countless species that share our planet. Source: Animals in the News - The Atlantic
- [Fall Is in the Air Part 1](https://photographyicon.com/fall-is-in-the-air-part-1/) - It’s starting to feel like my favorite time of year once more—the autumnal equinox took place last week.Source: Fall Is in the Air - The Atlantic
- [Fall Is in the Air Part 2](https://photographyicon.com/fall-is-in-the-air-part-2/) - Fall Is in the Air, Part ISource: Fall Is in the Air, Part II - The Atlantic
- [Photos of the Week: 10/15–10/21](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-the-week-1015-1021/) - Diwali lights in England, a pair of scary clown masks in Nicaragua, a rat stuck in a New York garbage can, a bioluminescent jellyfish in the Marianas Trench, a little Hitler, and much more.Source: Photos of the Week: 10/15–10/21
- [Daily Overview Satellite Images](https://photographyicon.com/daily-overview-satellite-images/) - Can satellite images of our planet's varied terrain make humanity's impact apparent?Source: Daily Overview book Benjamin Grant Satellite Images - The Atlantic
- [Human Landscapes of the American Southwest](https://photographyicon.com/human-landscapes-of-the-american-southwest/) - Snapshots of human impact on the landscape in Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, Utah, and Nevada. Source: Human Landscapes of the American Southwest - The Atlantic
- [Photos of the Week: 11/5–11/11](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-the-week-115-1111/) - An ear being regrown on the arm of a patient in China, a historic presidential election in the United States, a giant fried egg art installation in Chile, remembrance ceremonies on Armistice Day, and much more.Source: Photos of the Week: 11/5–11/11 - The Atlantic
- [The Week in Pictures: Nov. 11, 2016](https://photographyicon.com/the-week-in-pictures-nov-11-2016/) - Photos from The New York Times and photographers from around the world.Source: The Week in Pictures: Nov. 11, 2016 - The New York Times
- [World War I in Photos: The Western Front, Part II, and Armistice](https://photographyicon.com/world-war-i-in-photos-the-western-front-part-ii-and-armistice/) - Nearly four years of deadly stalemate on the Western Front slowly came to an end in 1918, as Allied armies pushed into Germany at enormous cost, leading the Central Powers to finally seek an armistice.Source: World War I in Photos: The Western Front, Part II, and Armistice - The Atlantic
- [World War I in Photos: A Century Later](https://photographyicon.com/world-war-i-in-photos-a-century-later/) - One hundred years after the start of the Great War, none of the participants remain alive, and we are left with aging relics, fading photographs, scarred landscapes being reclaimed by nature, and memorials and graveyards across the globe.Source: World War I in Photos: A Century Later - The Atlantic
- [Photos of the Week: 11/12–11/18](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-the-week-1112-1118/) - Protests worldwide, floating lanterns in Thailand, ‘balloon fishing’ with condoms in Cuba, ‘acqua-alta’ in Venice, Trump’s name removed from buildings in New York, and much more.Source: Photos of the Week: 11/12–11/18 - The Atlantic
- [Photos of the Week: 11/19–11/25](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-the-week-1119-1125/) - Hong Kong’s skyline, a holiday lightshow in London, wildfire in Israel, a newborn giraffe in Amsterdam, a foamy ‘snowstorm’ in Santa Clara, California, and much more.Source: Photos of the Week: 11/19–11/25 - The Atlantic
- [Photos of the Week: 11/26–12/2](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-the-week-1126-122/) - Mendenhall Glacier in Alaska, a beard and mustache competition organized by the Bangalore Beard Club, wildfires in Tennessee and Israel, Cubans mourn Fidel Castro, a monkey buffet in Thailand, and much more.Source: Photos of the Week: 11/26–12/2 - The Atlantic
- [Top Flickr Photos from 2016 On Flickr](https://photographyicon.com/top-flickr-photos-from-2016-on-flickr/) - These are the Top Flickr Photos from 2016 Source: Top Flickr Photos from 2016 | Flickr Blog
- [75% Off On Prints](https://photographyicon.com/75-off-on-prints/) - There is an amazing deal going on at Amazon right now for prints. A whopping 75% off. Check it out!
- [Cool: Photography-Themed Hotel in Paris](https://photographyicon.com/cool-photography-themed-hotel-in-paris/) - The Black & White Room. All photos ©abaca press, courtesy Hôtel Déclic. The Hôtel Déclic is a photographer’s theme park wrapped in the luxury of an elegant 4-star hotel in Paris, France. I discovered it as I was planning a trip to the City of Lights for the publication of a new book of my
- [Removing Skin Blemishes With Photoshop](https://photographyicon.com/removing-skin-blemishes-with-photoshop/) - Cleaning up small and large skin blemishes in Photoshop is an incredibly easy process. It’s actually quite fun to do as well because you have complete control over how much you clean up the skin in the photograph. Unlike retouching the entire area of skin, cleaning up blemishes requires no Photoshop filters or layer masks.
- [Documentary About Ansel Adams from 1958](https://photographyicon.com/documentary-about-ansel-adams/) - A fascinating documentary about legendary photography Ansel Adams shot in 1958.
- [Taking Advantage Of Magic Hour](https://photographyicon.com/taking-advantage-of-magic-hour/) - A short video with Corey Rich about magic hour and capturing great images.
- [Google Camera App Blur Example Before And After](https://photographyicon.com/google-camera-app/) - A comparison of the google camera app fake depth of field blur effect.
- [Great Travel Photography Tips](https://photographyicon.com/travel-photography-tips/) - Street Photography with Zack Arias in Marrakech Morocco.
- [How To Instantly Scan Photos Using Your Phone](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-instantly-scan-photos-using-your-phone/) - A new app that allows you to scan photos using your phone.
- [The White House 2014: Year in Photos](https://photographyicon.com/the-white-house-2014-year-in-photos/) - Pete Souza's (Official White House Photographer) 2014: Year in Photos
- [Adding layers of dimension with the Lightroom brush](https://photographyicon.com/adding-layers-of-dimension-with-the-lightroom-brush/) - Scott Wyden Kivowitz demonstrates a technique for adding some dimension to an image using a Lightroom brush.
- [How Does JPG Compression Work?](https://photographyicon.com/how-does-jpg-compression-work/) - Nerd Alert! If you are really smart and want to understand how JPG compression works check out this video from Computerphile.
- [Chasing Light With Joe McNally](https://photographyicon.com/chasing-light-with-joe-mcnally/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PTjJtsl4fdc Joe McNally is such a legend!
- [Problems With The New Sony A7RII Firmware Speed](https://photographyicon.com/problems-with-the-new-sony-a7rii-firmware-speed/) - Watch this before you update your firmware on the Sony A7RII.
- [Using A MIDI Controller To Use Lightroom](https://photographyicon.com/using-a-midi-controller-to-use-lightroom/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5GPgVE49rQU Reddit user cle_idiot modified his MIDI system to edit photos in Lightroom! Via Reddit
- [Video: The Properties of Camera Lenses](https://photographyicon.com/video-the-properties-of-camera-lenses/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CGGUXAMliqM Here is a wonderful video that goes into the properties of camera lenses and explains the features of the modern camera lens for both photography and cinematography. Topics include Focal Length, Aperture, Primes vs. Zooms as well as some specialty features. Video by Filmaker IQ
- [Volcano Steaming From Space](https://photographyicon.com/volcano-steaming-from-space/) - Nice image by Scott Kelly / NASA
- [Steve McCurry's Blog: On Portraiture](https://photographyicon.com/steve-mccurrys-blog-on-portraiture/) - Steve McCurry just posted some amazing portraits over here: On Portraiture | Steve McCurry's Blog
- [The Story Behind Some Famous Photographs](https://photographyicon.com/the-story-behind-some-famous-photographs/) - Great video about the history and story behind some of the most famous photos ever.
- [Asus Zenfone Zoom VS iPhone 6s](https://photographyicon.com/asus-zenfone-zoom-vs-iphone-6s/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_krn4zHiv-8 video by fstoppers Learn more about taking photos with a mobile device.
- [New Features In Lightroom 6.6 - CC2015.6](https://photographyicon.com/new-features-in-lightroom-6-6-cc2015-6/) - Videos about the latest version of Lightroom 6.6 - CC2015.6
- [Photography Crash Course](https://photographyicon.com/photography-course/) - Icon Photography School provides an opportunity for photographers to get an online photography education for a small fraction of the price that other photography courses charge. We offer a comprehensive course that covers all of the aspects of photography from idea conceptualization and color control to composition and lighting. Best of all, we offer 1
- [Depth of Field Video Tutorial](https://photographyicon.com/depth-of-field-video-tutorial/) - This is a handy video that explores the concept of depth of field in photography.
- [What It Takes To Be A Successful Photographer](https://photographyicon.com/success/) - Video featuring professional photographers discussing what it takes to become a successful photographer.
- [Documentary: Sam Abell The Life of a Photograph](https://photographyicon.com/the-life-of-a-photograph-documentary/) - Fascinating documentary about Sam Abell and what he sees is the life of a photography.
- [How To Shoot A Panorama Portrait](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-shoot-a-panorama-portrait/) - Video with professional photographer Joe Mcnally discussing panorama portraits.
- [A Tribute to Discomfort: Cory Richards](https://photographyicon.com/a-tribute-to-discomfort-cory-richards/) - A brilliant video about photographer Cory Richards and his fantastic career and images.
- [How Colour Depth Affects Image Quality](https://photographyicon.com/how-colour-depth-affects-image-quality/) - A fun video explaining how color and bit depth work.
- [iOS 8 Camera Features](https://photographyicon.com/ios-8-camera/) - A video outlining the new feartures of the iOS camera.
- [A Life With Leica Video](https://photographyicon.com/a-life-with-leica-video/) - A great video about creating a unique perspective using photography.
- [100 Years Of Leica](https://photographyicon.com/100-years-of-leica/) - A great video about the history of Leica.
- [Photographers Discuss Their Fears](https://photographyicon.com/photographers-discuss-their-fears/) - Great short little video about fear and photograpy.
- [How To Quiet Your Internal Critic](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-quiet-your-internal-critic/) - An interesting video about self acceptance and photography.
- [A GoPro In A Bubble In Space](https://photographyicon.com/a-gopro-in-a-bubble-in-space/) - A fun video of a gopro in a bubble, in space.
- [Street Photography With Steve Huff](https://photographyicon.com/street-photography-with-steve-huff/) - Photographer steve huff talks about street photography.
- [From Above - Astronaut Photography with Don Pettit](https://photographyicon.com/from-above-astronaut-photography-with-don-pettit/) - Great video about astronaut photography.
- [BTS: Making of ZEISS Art Calendar 2015](https://photographyicon.com/bts-making-of-zeiss-art-calendar-2015/) - A behind the scenes video about making a calendar.
- [Jim Graham’s Gorgeous Photos of Cuba](https://photographyicon.com/jim-grahams-gorgeous-photos-of-cuba/) - Check out Jim Graham's Gorgeous Photos Of Cuba
- [Ten Years Since the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami](https://photographyicon.com/ten-years-since-the-2004-indian-ocean-tsunami/) - A quick link to the Atlantic.
- [LensCulture's 14 Favorite Street Photography Features from 2014](https://photographyicon.com/lenscultures-14-favorite-street-photography-features-from-2014/) - A quick link to LensCulture's 14 Favorite Street Photography Features from 2014.
- [The Best Drone Videos Of 2014](https://photographyicon.com/the-best-drone-videos-of-2014/) - Here is a collection of some of the best drone videos of 2014.
- [Jellyfish Madness!](https://photographyicon.com/jellyfish-madness/) - Some great images of Jellyfish at this link.
- [New Year’s Resolutions for Photographers](https://photographyicon.com/new-years-resolutions-for-photographers/) - Quick link to Photojojo new years resolutions.
- [2015: Ringing in the New Year](https://photographyicon.com/2015-ringing-in-the-new-year/) - A quick link to some great new years photos
- [Photographer Builds Amazing Sets in the Streets of NYC Using Discarded Items](https://photographyicon.com/photographer-builds-amazing-sets-in-the-streets-of-nyc-using-discarded-items/) - A quick link to a photographer who is doing clever things with recycled materials in New York City.
- [The most important cardboard box ever?](https://photographyicon.com/the-most-important-cardboard-box-ever/) - A quick link to an article in the BBC on the Brownie camera.
- [APOD: 2015 January 5 - A Fox Fur, a Unicorn, and a Christmas Tree](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-january-5-a-fox-fur-a-unicorn-and-a-christmas-tree/) - There is a particularly delightful APOD today.
- [Heavy Metals by Alberto Seveso](https://photographyicon.com/heavy-metals-by-alberto-seveso/) - Quick link: Heavy Metals is a new series based on my need of exploring new fluids, forms, liquids, inks and metals.
- [Bald Eagles - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/bald-eagles-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - A link to Nat Geo photo of the day.
- [APOD: 2015 January 6 - 100 Million Stars in the Andromeda Galaxy](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-january-6-100-million-stars-in-the-andromeda-galaxy/) - Just a quick like to APOD for the day and a video. It's a nice one.
- [A World Transfixed by Screens](https://photographyicon.com/a-world-transfixed-by-screens/) - Quick link to a series of photos featuring people looking at screens.
- [These are the top-25 photos from Flickr in 2014](https://photographyicon.com/these-are-the-top-25-photos-from-flickr-in-2014/) - Flickr Most Popular Images From 2014
- [Nat Geo Photo Of The Day: Stokksnes Lava Dunes, Iceland](https://photographyicon.com/stokksnes-lava-dunes-iceland/) - Quick link to Nat Geo Photo Of The Day: Stokksnes Lava Dunes, Iceland
- [In Paris: A Massive Rally of Defiance and Sorrow](https://photographyicon.com/in-paris-a-massive-rally-of-defiance-and-sorrow/) - Quick link to a series of photos in the Atlantic: In Paris: A Massive Rally of Defiance and Sorrow
- [Gotham 7.5K by Vincent Laforet](https://photographyicon.com/gotham-7-5k-by-vincent-laforet/) - A quick link to a blog post from Vincent LaForet about his experience shooting NYC at night from a helicopter.
- [Photos Of The 2015 Dakar Rally](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-the-2015-dakar-rally/) - Quick link to The Atlantic Photos Of The 2015 Dakar Rally
- [Camera ownership on Flickr in 2014](https://photographyicon.com/camera-ownership-on-flickr-in-2014/) - Quick link to a blog post about camera ownership on Flickr in 2014.
- [Nat Geo Photo Of The Day: Two to Tonga](https://photographyicon.com/nat-geo-photo-of-the-day-two-to-tonga/) - Quick link to nat geo photo of the day Jan 14 2015.
- [GoPro Stock Plunges After Apple Gains Remote Camera Patent](https://photographyicon.com/gopro-stock-plunges-after-apple-gains-remote-camera-patent/) - A quick link to an article about GoPro
- [A New Golden Ratio?](https://photographyicon.com/a-new-golden-ratio/) - The golden ratio has spawned a beautiful new curve: the Harriss spiral.
- [Top photos on Flickr in 2014 By Country](https://photographyicon.com/top-photos-on-flickr-in-2014-by-country/) - Top photos on Flickr by country.
- [Remembering Martin Luther King Jr. in Photos](https://photographyicon.com/remembering-martin-luther-king-jr-in-photos/) - Remembering Martin Luther King Jr. in Photos - The Atlantic.
- [Strange Visions of the Hyper-Congested Megacities of the Future](https://photographyicon.com/strange-visions-of-the-hyper-congested-megacities-of-the-future/) - Strange Visions of the Hyper-Congested Megacities of the Future.
- [Day in pictures: 20 January 2015](https://photographyicon.com/day-in-pictures-20-january-2015/) - Day in pictures: 20 January 2015 - BBC.
- [Bokeh All The Things](https://photographyicon.com/bokeh-all-the-things/) - A video by Kevin McGloughlin made from still frames shot from a car at night.
- [In pictures: Infrastructure in focus](https://photographyicon.com/in-pictures-infrastructure-in-focus/) - In pictures: Infrastructure in focus - BBC.
- [Day in pictures: 21 January 2015](https://photographyicon.com/day-in-pictures-21-january-2015/) - Day in pictures: 21 January 2015 - BBC.
- [Astronomy Picture of the Day January 21](https://photographyicon.com/astronomy-picture-of-the-day-january-21/) - Astronomy Picture of the Day.
- [Photos of the Week: 1/17-1/23](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-the-week-117-123/) - Photos of the Week: 1/17-1/23 - The Atlantic.
- [Week in pictures: 17-23 January 2015](https://photographyicon.com/week-in-pictures-17-23-january-2015/) - \Week in pictures: 17-23 January 2015 BBC.
- [2014 DPReview Readers' Best Shots: Things: Digital Photography Review](https://photographyicon.com/2014-dpreview-readers-best-shots-things-digital-photography-review/) - 2014 DPReview Readers' Best Shots: Things: Digital Photography Review.
- [2014 DPReview Readers' Best Shots: Places: Digital Photography Review](https://photographyicon.com/2014-dpreview-readers-best-shots-places-digital-photography-review/) - 2014 DPReview Readers' Best Shots: Places: Digital Photography Review.
- [2014 DPReview Readers' Best Shots: People: Digital Photography Review](https://photographyicon.com/2014-dpreview-readers-best-shots-people-digital-photography-review/) - 2014 DPReview Readers' Best Shots: People: Digital Photography Review.
- [Day in pictures: 26 January 2015](https://photographyicon.com/day-in-pictures-26-january-2015/) - Day in pictures: 26 January 2015 - BBC.
- [Macro Photography Guessing Game Video](https://photographyicon.com/macro-photography-guessing-game-video/) - In this video a series of macro images are presented. After a few moments what subject is revealed in text.
- [Drone Crashes On Whitehouse Lawn](https://photographyicon.com/drone-crashes-on-whitehouse-lawn-youtube-video/) - If you're going to be out there flying drones please do not be an idiot and do things like this....
- [Princess Culture: Portraits of Little Girls Dressed Up as Their Favorite Disney Princesses](https://photographyicon.com/princess-culture-portraits-of-little-girls-dressed-up-as-their-favorite-disney-princesses/) - Princess Culture: Portraits of Little Girls Dressed Up as Their Favorite Disney Princesses - Feature Shoot.
- [Day in pictures: 28 January 2015](https://photographyicon.com/day-in-pictures-28-january-2015/) - Day in pictures: 28 January 2015 - BBC.
- [Next Stop Atlantic - A Stunning Series by Stephen Mallon](https://photographyicon.com/next-stop-atlantic-a-stunning-series-by-stephen-mallon/) - Next Stop Atlantic - A Stunning Series by Stephen Mallon.
- [Craig Semetko On The Leica M Camera](https://photographyicon.com/craig-semetko-on-the-leica-m-camera/) - Craig Semetko explains the Leica M Camera and why he loves it.
- [David Liittschwager: Making the Ordinary Extraordinary](https://photographyicon.com/david-liittschwager-making-the-ordinary-extraordinary/) - David Liittschwager: Making the Ordinary Extraordinary - Photo Impact - National Geographic.
- [The Amazing Diversity of New York City's Barbershops](https://photographyicon.com/the-amazing-diversity-of-new-york-citys-barbershops/) - Photo Series Looks at the Amazing Diversity of New York City's Barbershops - Feature Shoot.
- [Let It Snow! 4 Tips For Super Snow Photos](https://photographyicon.com/let-it-snow-4-tips-for-super-snow-photos/) - Let It Snow! 4 Tips For Super Snow Photos - Photojojo.
- [Jan. 28, 2015 — Pictures of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/jan-28-2015-pictures-of-the-day/) - Jan. 28, 2015 — Pictures of the Day - NYTimes.com.
- [The Slow Mo Guys Expose The Inner Workings Of A DSLR](https://photographyicon.com/the-slow-mo-guys-expose-the-inner-workings-of-a-dslr/) - Absolutely incredible mechanics of SLR cameras in super slow motion.
- [Nat Geo Photo of the Day: Fire Flies](https://photographyicon.com/nat-geo-photo-of-the-day-fire-flies/) - Nat Geo Photo of the Day: Fire Flies.
- [Dakar Rally 2015](https://photographyicon.com/dakar-rally-2015/) - Dakar Rally 2015 via Dakar Rally 2015 - The Big Picture - The Boston Globe.
- [Bird’s Eye View](https://photographyicon.com/birds-eye-view/) - Bird’s Eye View - The Big Picture - The Boston Globe.
- [Week in pictures: 24-30 January 2015](https://photographyicon.com/week-in-pictures-24-30-january-2015/) - BBC News - Week in pictures: 24-30 January 2015.
- [Photos of the Week: 1/24-1/30](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-the-week-124-130/) - Photos of the Week: 1/24-1/30 - The Atlantic.
- [Some Great Images Of Owls](https://photographyicon.com/some-great-images-of-owls/) - Who's Who | Audubon.
- [Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2015](https://photographyicon.com/wildlife-photographer-of-the-year-2015/) - Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2015 - The Atlantic.
- [Animation About Light Traveling Across The Solar System](https://photographyicon.com/animation-about-light-traveling-across-the-solar-system/) - Animation that follows the realtime journey of a photon of light emitted from the sun as it travels across a section of the solar system.
- [Day in pictures: 2 February 2015](https://photographyicon.com/day-in-pictures-2-february-2015/) - Day in pictures: 2 February 2015 - BBC.
- [Feb. 3, 2015 — Pictures of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/feb-3-2015-pictures-of-the-day/) - Feb. 3, 2015 — Pictures of the Day - NYTimes.com.
- [In pictures: Living beside the tracks](https://photographyicon.com/in-pictures-living-beside-the-tracks/) - In pictures: Living beside the tracks - BBC.
- [3,200 megapixel LSST camera gets construction approval](https://photographyicon.com/3200-megapixel-lsst-camera-gets-construction-approval/) - 3,200 megapixel LSST camera gets construction approval: Digital Photography Review.
- [Shooting the Moon](https://photographyicon.com/shooting-the-moon/) - Shooting the Moon - NYTimes.com.
- [Day in pictures: 3 February 2015](https://photographyicon.com/day-in-pictures-3-february-2015/) - Day in pictures: 3 February 2015 - BBC.
- [Getting the shot: landscapes](https://photographyicon.com/getting-the-shot-landscapes/) - Getting the shot: landscapes | Flickr Blog.
- [Mikko Lagerstedt (@mikkolagerstedt)](https://photographyicon.com/mikko-lagerstedt-mikkolagerstedt/) - Mikko Lagerstedt (@mikkolagerstedt) | Instagram photos.
- [Performing Symmetry](https://photographyicon.com/performing-symmetry/) - Gorgeous images of symmetrical theatres by Gilles Alonso.
- [Why does our Instagram generation think its snaps are so special?](https://photographyicon.com/why-does-our-instagram-generation-think-its-snaps-are-so-special/) - Why does our Instagram generation think its snaps are so special? | The Guardian.
- [Astronomy Picture of the Day Feb 4 2015](https://photographyicon.com/astronomy-picture-of-the-day-feb-4-2015/) - Astronomy Picture of the Day.
- [Photographer Jessica Hines Discovers Beauty on the Surface of a Swamp](https://photographyicon.com/photographer-jessica-hines-discovers-beauty-on-the-surface-of-a-swamp/) - Photographer Jessica Hines Discovers Beauty on the Surface of a Swamp.
- [James Nachtwey: How Photography Can Change the World](https://photographyicon.com/james-nachtwey-how-photography-can-change-the-world/) - James Nachtwey: How Photography Can Change the World | TIME.
- [Brandon Stanton From Humans Of New York Raises Over $1M](https://photographyicon.com/brandon-stanton-from-humans-of-new-york-raises-over-1m/) - Photographer Brandon Stanton from Humans Of New York has raised over a million dollars for a struggling school in Brooklyn!
- [Astronomy Picture of the Day Feb 5 2015](https://photographyicon.com/astronomy-picture-of-the-day-feb-5-2015/) - APOD: 2015 February 5 - M104: The Sombrero Galaxy.
- [Basic Portrait Lighting Tutorial](https://photographyicon.com/basic-portrait-lighting-tutorial/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G8pjLS8b-Yk Basic Portrait Lighting Tutorial from Brian Wilson show at 500px.
- [Photographer Visualizes Vitamins With Foods That Contain Those Nutrients](https://photographyicon.com/photographer-visualizes-vitamins-with-foods-that-contain-those-nutrients/) - Vitamins on Behance.
- [2014 in 60 Seconds](https://photographyicon.com/2014-in-60-seconds/) - Vine master has shared his best vines of 2014 on Medium.
- [Welcome to SubTropolis: The Business Complex Buried Under Kansas City](https://photographyicon.com/welcome-to-subtropolis-the-business-complex-buried-under-kansas-city/) - Welcome to SubTropolis: The Business Complex Buried Under Kansas City - Bloomberg Business. (some gorgeous images of this fascinating place)
- [Photos of couples who have been together for more than 50 years](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-couples-who-have-been-together-for-more-than-50-years/) - Photos of couples who have been together for more than 50 years. | NYT.
- [Day in pictures: 5 February 2015](https://photographyicon.com/day-in-pictures-5-february-2015/) - Day in pictures: 5 February 2015 | BBC.
- [Apple is finally killing iPhoto — and this is the replacement](https://photographyicon.com/apple-is-finally-killing-iphoto-and-this-is-the-replacement/) - Apple is finally killing iPhoto — and this is the replacement | The Verge.
- [Globe photos of the month, January 2015](https://photographyicon.com/globe-photos-of-the-month-january-2015/) - Globe photos of the month, January 2015 - The Big Picture - The Boston Globe.
- [Photos of the Week: 1/31-2/6](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-the-week-131-26/) - Photos of the Week: 1/31-2/6 - The Atlantic.
- [Week in pictures: 31 January - 6 February 2015](https://photographyicon.com/week-in-pictures-31-january-6-february-2015/) - Week in pictures: 31 January - 6 February 2015 | BBC.
- [Wundershine](https://photographyicon.com/wundershine/) - Wundershine | Smart Picture Framing.
- [The Week in Photos](https://photographyicon.com/the-week-in-photos/) - From a Blizzard in Boston to TransAsia Crash in Taiwan, the Week in Photos - Photo Journal - WSJ.
- [LensCulture Portrait Awards 2015](https://photographyicon.com/lensculture-portrait-awards-2015/) - LensCulture Portrait Awards 2015 — Selected Entries | Volume 4.
- [Landscapes, After Katrina's Storm](https://photographyicon.com/landscapes-after-katrinas-storm/) - Landscapes, After Katrina's Storm - NYTimes.com.
- [Human Landscapes of Canada](https://photographyicon.com/human-landscapes-of-canada/) - Human Landscapes of Canada - The Atlantic.
- [Affinity Photo Beta available now](https://photographyicon.com/affinity-photo-beta-available-now/) - Affinity Photo Beta available now. (I for one welcome as much competition as possible in the photo editing/processing arena)
- [APOD: 2015 February 10](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-february-10/) - APOD: 2015 February 10 - An Extremely Long Filament on the Sun.
- [WaterPower - Pierre Carreau](https://photographyicon.com/waterpower-pierre-carreau/) - WaterPower - Pierre Carreau.
- [Aerial photography of the labor dispute at the Port of LA and Long Beach](https://photographyicon.com/aerial-photography-of-the-labor-dispute-at-the-port-of-la-and-long-beach/) - Aerial photography of the labor dispute at the Port of LA and Long Beach — Michael Kelley Photography Inc..
- [This Is What Happens When You Upload the Same Photo to Instagram Hundreds of Times](https://photographyicon.com/this-is-what-happens-when-you-upload-the-same-photo-to-instagram-hundreds-of-times/) - This Is What Happens When You Upload the Same Photo to Instagram Hundreds of Times | Popular Photography.
- [Snow keeps piling up in New England](https://photographyicon.com/snow-keeps-piling-up-in-new-england/) - Snow keeps piling up in New England - The Big Picture - The Boston Globe.
- [Hubble Sees A Smiling Lens](https://photographyicon.com/hubble-sees-a-smiling-lens/) - Hubble Sees A Smiling Lens | NASA.
- [Dramatic Photos Capture the Transformations of Burlesque Performers (NSFW)](https://photographyicon.com/dramatic-photos-capture-the-transformations-of-burlesque-performers-nsfw/) - Dramatic Photos Capture the Transformations of Burlesque Performers. (NSFW)
- [APOD: 2015 February 11](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-february-11/) - APOD: 2015 February 11 - M100: A Grand Design Spiral Galaxy.
- [2015 World Press Photo Contest Gallery](https://photographyicon.com/2015-world-press-photo-contest-gallery/) - 2015 World Press Photo Contest Gallery.
- [Photos of the Week: 2/7-2/13](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-the-week-27-213/) - Photos of the Week: 2/7-2/13 - The Atlantic.
- [Week in pictures: 7-13 February 2015](https://photographyicon.com/week-in-pictures-7-13-february-2015/) - BBC News - Week in pictures: 7-13 February 2015.
- [Tokyo Dense Fog: A NIKKOR Motion Gallery by WOW](https://photographyicon.com/tokyo-dense-fog-a-nikkor-motion-gallery-by-wow/) - A short film about from Nikon about fog in Tokyo.
- [Darkroom iOS App](https://photographyicon.com/darkroom-ios-app/) - Interesting new iOS app for editing photos on your mobile device.
- [CP+ 2015: Canon shows off new EOS 5DS and 5DS R](https://photographyicon.com/cp-2015-canon-shows-off-new-eos-5ds-and-5ds-r/) - CP+ 2015: Canon shows off new EOS 5DS and 5DS R: Digital Photography Review.
- [Flickr Camera Roll](https://photographyicon.com/flickr-camera-roll/) - Flickr has a new way for you to look at your images.
- [From Smartphones to Museum Walls](https://photographyicon.com/from-smartphones-to-museum-walls/) - From Smartphones to Museum Walls - NYTimes.com.
- [National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Salt Desert Image, Bolivia -- National Geographic Photo of the Day.
- [Reuters: 30 Years of Pictures](https://photographyicon.com/reuters-30-years-of-pictures/) - Reuters: 30 Years of Pictures | Reuters.com.
- [APOD: 2015 February 16](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-february-16/) - APOD: 2015 February 16 - M106: A Spiral Galaxy with a Strange Center.
- [National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/national-geographic-photo-of-the-day-2/) - Sheep Portrait Image, New Zealand -- National Geographic Photo of the Day.
- [LaVine Wins Dunk Contest With Effortless Style](https://photographyicon.com/lavine-wins-dunk-contest-with-effortless-style/) - LaVine Wins Dunk Contest With Effortless Style - NYTimes.com.
- [100 Portraits of Women Artists by Barbara Yoshida](https://photographyicon.com/100-portraits-of-women-artists-by-barbara-yoshida/) - 100 Portraits of Women Artists by Barbara Yoshida.
- [Epic Dubai 'Flow Motion' Timelapse](https://photographyicon.com/epic-dubai-flow-motion-timelapse/) - Amazing time-lapse from Dubai.
- [Secret Shadow Trick In Lightroom](https://photographyicon.com/secret-shadow-trick-in-lightroom/) - A video showing your a neat hidden trick in Lightroom
- [Day in pictures: 16 February 2015](https://photographyicon.com/day-in-pictures-16-february-2015/) - BBC News - Day in pictures: 16 February 2015.
- [APOD: 2015 February 17](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-february-17/) - APOD: 2015 February 17 - Fibrils Flower on the Sun.
- [National Geographic Photo of the Day February 17 2015](https://photographyicon.com/national-geographic-photo-of-the-day-february-17-2015/) - Canyoning Image, Indonesia -- National Geographic Photo of the Day.
- [Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Review: Digital Photography Review](https://photographyicon.com/samsung-galaxy-camera-2-review-digital-photography-review/) - Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Review: Digital Photography Review. (This camera is interesting because it continues to blur the lines between smartphone and traditional camera)
- [Debating the Rules and Ethics of Digital Photojournalism](https://photographyicon.com/debating-the-rules-and-ethics-of-digital-photojournalism/) - Debating the Rules and Ethics of Digital Photojournalism - NYTimes.com.
- [Street Photography Aphorisms, Heuristics, and Sayings](https://photographyicon.com/street-photography-aphorisms-heuristics-and-sayings/) - Street Photography Aphorisms, Heuristics, and Sayings.
- [Make Magical Photo Special FX (no spells required)](https://photographyicon.com/make-magical-photo-special-fx-no-spells-required/) - Make Magical Photo Special FX (no spells required) | Photojojo.
- [Romina Ressia: What Do You Hide?](https://photographyicon.com/romina-ressia-what-do-you-hide/) - Romina Ressia: What Do You Hide? uses color and patterns to express honest emotions (PHOTOS)..
- [Day in pictures: 17 February 2015](https://photographyicon.com/day-in-pictures-17-february-2015/) - BBC News - Day in pictures: 17 February 2015.
- [LensCulture Exposure Awards 2014](https://photographyicon.com/lensculture-exposure-awards-2014/) - LensCulture Exposure Awards 2014.
- [Sew Wanderlust](https://photographyicon.com/sew-wanderlust/) - TERESA LIM | Sew Wanderlust.
- [National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/national-geographic-photo-of-the-day-3/) - Ghost Town Image, Namibia -- National Geographic Photo of the Day.
- [International Garden Photographer of the Year: Winning photos of nature's beauty](https://photographyicon.com/international-garden-photographer-of-the-year-winning-photos-of-natures-beauty/) - BBC News - International Garden Photographer of the Year: Winning photos of nature's beauty.
- [Day in pictures: 18 February 2015](https://photographyicon.com/day-in-pictures-18-february-2015/) - BBC News - Day in pictures: 18 February 2015.
- [Portraits Capture the Pride and Grace of Samburu Warriors of Kenya](https://photographyicon.com/portraits-capture-the-pride-and-grace-of-samburu-warriors-of-kenya/) - Portraits Capture the Pride and Grace of Samburu Warriors of Kenya - Feature Shoot.
- [Beehive Picture Hangers](https://photographyicon.com/beehive-picture-hangers/) - Beehive Picture Hangers by Matt Bigelow — Kickstarter.
- [Your pictures: Black and white](https://photographyicon.com/your-pictures-black-and-white/) - BBC News - Your pictures: Black and white.
- [Day in pictures: 19 February 2015](https://photographyicon.com/day-in-pictures-19-february-2015/) - BBC News - Day in pictures: 19 February 2015.
- [Carnival 2015 Around the World](https://photographyicon.com/carnival-2015-around-the-world/) - Carnival 2015 Around the World - The Atlantic.
- [Carnival 2015, Part II: Mardi Gras and More](https://photographyicon.com/carnival-2015-part-ii-mardi-gras-and-more/) - Carnival 2015, Part II: Mardi Gras and More - The Atlantic.
- [Keep Your Night Light Looking Natural](https://photographyicon.com/keep-your-night-light-looking-natural/) - Keep Your Night Light Looking Natural | Photojojo.
- [Around the Solar System](https://photographyicon.com/around-the-solar-system/) - Around the Solar System - The Atlantic.
- [Portraits of New York Fashion Week’s Faithful](https://photographyicon.com/portraits-of-new-york-fashion-weeks-faithful/) - Portraits of New York Fashion Week’s Faithful - Photo Journal - WSJ.
- [Week in pictures: 14-20 February 2015](https://photographyicon.com/week-in-pictures-14-20-february-2015/) - BBC News - Week in pictures: 14-20 February 2015.
- [Photos of the Week: 2/14-2/20](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-the-week-214-220/) - Photos of the Week: 2/14-2/20 - The Atlantic.
- [Snow blankets the Middle East](https://photographyicon.com/snow-blankets-the-middle-east/) - BBC News - In pictures: Snow blankets the Middle East.
- [Free E-Book: Letters from a Street Photographer](https://photographyicon.com/free-e-book-letters-from-a-street-photographer/) - Free E-Book: Letters from a Street Photographer.
- [Photo of the Day Monumental Storm](https://photographyicon.com/photo-of-the-day-monumental-storm/) - Mitten Buttes Image, Monument Valley -- National Geographic Photo of the Day.
- [National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/national-geographic-photo-of-the-day-4/) - Flashing Fireflies Image, Tennessee -- National Geographic Photo of the Day.
- [Photography Project: Boil Your Film For Fascinating Photographic Results](https://photographyicon.com/photography-project-boil-your-film-for-fascinating-photographic-results/) - Photography Project: Boil Your Film For Fascinating Photographic Results | Popular Photography.
- [APOD: 2015 February 21 - 45 Days in the Sun](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-february-21-45-days-in-the-sun/) - APOD: 2015 February 21 - 45 Days in the Sun.
- [National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/national-geographic-photo-of-the-day-5/) - Moonlit Mountain Image, Tyrolean Alps -- National Geographic Photo of the Day.
- [Day in pictures: 23 February 2015](https://photographyicon.com/day-in-pictures-23-february-2015/) - BBC News - Day in pictures: 23 February 2015.
- [National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/national-geographic-photo-of-the-day-6/) - Ermine in Winter Image, Italy -- National Geographic Photo of the Day.
- [Astronomy Picture of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/astronomy-picture-of-the-day/) - Astronomy Picture of the Day.
- [Peter Lik’s Recipe for Success: Sell Prints. Print Money](https://photographyicon.com/peter-liks-recipe-for-success-sell-prints-print-money/) - Peter Lik’s Recipe for Success: Sell Prints. Print Money. - NYTimes.com.
- [Matt Day Question And Answer](https://photographyicon.com/matt-day-question-and-answer/) - Matt Day has a great video blog about photography and in this video he answers some questions sent in by his viewers.
- [Photos: Six Sports and a Cloud of Dust](https://photographyicon.com/photos-six-sports-and-a-cloud-of-dust/) - Photos: Six Sports and a Cloud of Dust - NYTimes.com.
- [Watching a Shaky Cease-Fire in Ukraine](https://photographyicon.com/watching-a-shaky-cease-fire-in-ukraine/) - Watching a Shaky Cease-Fire in Ukraine - The Atlantic.
- [Sony World Photography Awards: 2015 shortlist](https://photographyicon.com/sony-world-photography-awards-2015-shortlist/) - BBC News - Sony World Photography Awards: 2015 shortlist.
- [Moving from Still to Video or Both with Ian Spanier](https://photographyicon.com/moving-from-still-to-video-or-both-with-ian-spanier/) - Moving from Still to Video or Both with Ian Spanier.
- [Photos of the week from Explore](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-the-week-from-explore/) - Photos of the week from Explore | Flickr Blog.
- [How’d He Do That? A Technical Breakdown of the Perfect Shot](https://photographyicon.com/howd-he-do-that-a-technical-breakdown-of-the-perfect-shot/) - How’d He Do That? A Technical Breakdown of the Perfect Shot | PROOF.
- [Investigating the Mysteries of Antarctica](https://photographyicon.com/investigating-the-mysteries-of-antarctica/) - Investigating the Mysteries of Antarctica - The Atlantic.
- [A Filmmaker’s Epic Journey to the Peak of Meru](https://photographyicon.com/a-filmmakers-epic-journey-to-the-peak-of-meru/) - A Filmmaker’s Epic Journey to the Peak of Meru | PROOF.
- [Photographer Robin Schwartz Chronicles Her Daughter's Connection with Animals](https://photographyicon.com/photographer-robin-schwartz-chronicles-her-daughters-connection-with-animals/) - Photographer Robin Schwartz Chronicles Her Daughter's Connection with Animals - Feature Shoot.
- [Waiting for the sea](https://photographyicon.com/waiting-for-the-sea/) - BBC News - Waiting for the sea.
- [The 2015 Sony World Photography Awards](https://photographyicon.com/the-2015-sony-world-photography-awards/) - The 2015 Sony World Photography Awards - The Atlantic.
- [How Upcoming 'Modern Family' Episode Was Shot Entirely on iPhone and iPad Cameras](https://photographyicon.com/how-upcoming-modern-family-episode-was-shot-entirely-on-iphone-and-ipad-cameras/) - How Upcoming 'Modern Family' Episode Was Shot Entirely on iPhone and iPad Cameras - Mac Rumors.
- [Photographer Reflects Upon His Deployment into the Navy and the Dissolution of a Long-Distance Relationship](https://photographyicon.com/photographer-reflects-upon-his-deployment-into-the-navy-and-the-dissolution-of-a-long-distance-relationship/) - Photographer Reflects Upon His Deployment into the Navy and the Dissolution of a Long-Distance Relationship - Feature Shoot.
- [National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/national-geographic-photo-of-the-day-7/) - Beaver in Snow Image, Montana -- National Geographic Photo of the Day.
- [Astronomy Picture of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/astronomy-picture-of-the-day-2/) - Astronomy Picture of the Day.
- [Snag Yourself aPhoto Job!](https://photographyicon.com/snag-yourself-aphoto-job/) - Snag Yourself aPhoto Job! | Photojojo.
- [Lytro plans to shed jobs as it shifts focus to video](https://photographyicon.com/lytro-plans-to-shed-jobs-as-it-shifts-focus-to-video/) - Lytro plans to shed jobs as it shifts focus to video: Digital Photography Review.
- [Feb. 25, 2015 — Pictures of the Day - NYTimes.com](https://photographyicon.com/feb-25-2015-pictures-of-the-day-nytimes-com/) - Feb. 25, 2015 — Pictures of the Day - NYTimes.com.
- [Chinese New Year 2015 - The Big Picture](https://photographyicon.com/chinese-new-year-2015-the-big-picture/) - Chinese New Year 2015 - The Big Picture - The Boston Globe.
- [Preservation Book by Blake Little Photography](https://photographyicon.com/preservation-book-by-blake-little-photography/) - Preservation Book by Blake Little Photography.
- [These are the top-25 mobile photos from Flickr in 2014](https://photographyicon.com/these-are-the-top-25-mobile-photos-from-flickr-in-2014/) - These are the top-25 mobile photos from Flickr in 2014 | Flickr Blog.
- [A Year of War Completely Destroyed the Donetsk Airport](https://photographyicon.com/a-year-of-war-completely-destroyed-the-donetsk-airport/) - A Year of War Completely Destroyed the Donetsk Airport - The Atlantic.
- [Photos of the Week: 2/21-2/27](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-the-week-221-227/) - Photos of the Week: 2/21-2/27 - The Atlantic.
- [Week in pictures: 21-27 February 2015](https://photographyicon.com/week-in-pictures-21-27-february-2015/) - BBC News - Week in pictures: 21-27 February 2015.
- [Whats going on with #TheDress?](https://photographyicon.com/whats-going-on-with-thedress/) - Whats going on with #TheDress? | Flickr Blog.
- [National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/national-geographic-photo-of-the-day-8/) - Plitvice Lakes Image, Croatia -- National Geographic Photo of the Day.
- [Apple - iPhone 6 - World Gallery](https://photographyicon.com/apple-iphone-6-world-gallery/) - Apple - iPhone 6 - World Gallery.
- [National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/national-geographic-photo-of-the-day-9/) - Sun Halo Image, Greenland -- National Geographic Photo of the Day.
- [See New Yorkers Dwarfed by Huge Advertisements](https://photographyicon.com/see-new-yorkers-dwarfed-by-huge-advertisements/) - See New Yorkers Dwarfed by Huge Advertisements | TIME.
- [Day in pictures: 2 March 2015](https://photographyicon.com/day-in-pictures-2-march-2015/) - BBC News - Day in pictures: 2 March 2015.
- [A Winter in Siberia](https://photographyicon.com/a-winter-in-siberia/) - A Winter in Siberia - The Atlantic.
- [The Evocative Photography Of Elliot Erwitt, A Master Of Color](https://photographyicon.com/the-evocative-photography-of-elliot-erwitt-a-master-of-color/) - The Evocative Photography Of Elliot Erwitt, A Master Of Color.
- [Pictures Of Chile The Volcano Villarrica Eruption](https://photographyicon.com/pictures-of-chile-the-volcano-villarrica-eruption/) - En images : l'éruption du volcan Villarrica au Chili.
- [Day in pictures: 3 March 2015](https://photographyicon.com/day-in-pictures-3-march-2015/) - BBC News - Day in pictures: 3 March 2015.
- [APOD: 2015 March 4 - Pillars and Jets in the Pelican Nebula](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-march-4-pillars-and-jets-in-the-pelican-nebula/) - APOD: 2015 March 4 - Pillars and Jets in the Pelican Nebula.
- [National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/national-geographic-photo-of-the-day-10/) - Cayapas Mataje Mangrove Image, Ecuador -- National Geographic Photo of the Day.
- [Vince Vaughn and Co-stars Pose for Idiotic Stock Photos](https://photographyicon.com/vince-vaughn-and-co-stars-pose-for-idiotic-stock-photos/) - Vince Vaughn and Co-stars Pose for Idiotic Stock Photos You Can Have for Free | Adweek.
- [Invader's Artwork Climbs Aboard The International Space Station](https://photographyicon.com/invaders-artwork-climbs-aboard-the-international-space-station/) - Invader's Artwork Climbs Aboard The International Space Station | The Creators Project.
- [Globe photos of the month, February 2015](https://photographyicon.com/globe-photos-of-the-month-february-2015/) - Globe photos of the month, February 2015 - The Big Picture - The Boston Globe.
- [Cape Town wildfires in pictures](https://photographyicon.com/cape-town-wildfires-in-pictures/) - BBC News - Cape Town wildfires in pictures.
- [Day in pictures: 5 March 2015](https://photographyicon.com/day-in-pictures-5-march-2015/) - BBC News - Day in pictures: 5 March 2015.
- [National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/national-geographic-photo-of-the-day-11/) - Polar Bear With Prey Image, Alaska -- National Geographic Photo of the Day.
- [APOD: 2015 March 5 - Enhanced Color Caloris](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-march-5-enhanced-color-caloris/) - APOD: 2015 March 5 - Enhanced Color Caloris.
- [A Timeless Portrait of Nepal](https://photographyicon.com/a-timeless-portrait-of-nepal/) - A Timeless Portrait of Nepal - NYTimes.com.
- [The Symmetry and Shapes of Makha Bucha at Wat Dhammakaya](https://photographyicon.com/the-symmetry-and-shapes-of-makha-bucha-at-wat-dhammakaya/) - The Symmetry and Shapes of Makha Bucha at Wat Dhammakaya - The Atlantic.
- [Tent City: Photographer Provides a Glimpse at Life Inside a New Jersey Homeless Camp](https://photographyicon.com/tent-city-photographer-provides-a-glimpse-at-life-inside-a-new-jersey-homeless-camp/) - Tent City: Photographer Provides a Glimpse at Life Inside a New Jersey Homeless Camp - Feature Shoot.
- [Week in pictures: 28 February - 6 March 2015](https://photographyicon.com/week-in-pictures-28-february-6-march-2015/) - BBC News - Week in pictures: 28 February - 6 March 2015.
- [Dawn at Grand Canyon Image, South Rim](https://photographyicon.com/dawn-at-grand-canyon-image-south-rim/) - Dawn at Grand Canyon Image, South Rim -- National Geographic Photo of the Day.
- [Podo - The First Stick and Shoot Camera by Podo Labs](https://photographyicon.com/podo-the-first-stick-and-shoot-camera-by-podo-labs/) - Podo - The First Stick and Shoot Camera by Podo Labs — Kickstarter.
- [Photos of the Week: 2/28-3/6](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-the-week-228-36/) - Photos of the Week: 2/28-3/6 - The Atlantic.
- [Testing SD Cards](https://photographyicon.com/testing-sd-cards/) - The folks over at LinusTechTips do some real stress testing of SD cards and present their results.
- [Holi Celebrations 2015](https://photographyicon.com/holi-celebrations-2015/) - Holi Celebrations 2015 - The Big Picture - The Boston Globe.
- [March 9, 2015 — Pictures of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/march-9-2015-pictures-of-the-day/) - March 9, 2015 — Pictures of the Day - NYTimes.com.
- [National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/national-geographic-photo-of-the-day-12/) - Strobe Rocket Image, Iowa Thunderstorm -- National Geographic Photo of the Day.
- [Free Lenses For Everyone!](https://photographyicon.com/free-lenses-for-everyone/) - Photojojo is throwing in a free phone lens with every order TODAY ONLY (it’s March 9th 2015)!.
- [The art of science - Wellcome Images 2015](https://photographyicon.com/the-art-of-science-wellcome-images-2015/) - BBC News - The art of science - Wellcome Images 2015.
- [Day in pictures: 9 March 2015](https://photographyicon.com/day-in-pictures-9-march-2015/) - BBC News - Day in pictures: 9 March 2015.
- [xkcd: Art Project](https://photographyicon.com/xkcd-art-project/) - xkcd: Art Project.
- [Solar Plane Takes Off on Round-the-World Quest](https://photographyicon.com/solar-plane-takes-off-on-round-the-world-quest/) - Solar Plane Takes Off on Round-the-World Quest.
- [For The Times, a New Beginning on Instagram](https://photographyicon.com/for-the-times-a-new-beginning-on-instagram/) - For The Times, a New Beginning on Instagram - NYTimes.com.
- [APOD: 2015 March 10 - Aurora over Icelandic Glacier](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-march-10-aurora-over-icelandic-glacier/) - APOD: 2015 March 10 - Aurora over Icelandic Glacier.
- [National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/national-geographic-photo-of-the-day-13/) - Snow Monkey Image, Nagano -- National Geographic Photo of the Day.
- [March 10, 2015 — Pictures of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/march-10-2015-pictures-of-the-day/) - March 10, 2015 — Pictures of the Day - NYTimes.com.
- [Want Authentic Portraits? Go to a Local Festival](https://photographyicon.com/want-authentic-portraits-go-to-a-local-festival/) - Want Authentic Portraits? Go to a Local Festival – On Assignment.
- [Day in pictures: 10 March 2015](https://photographyicon.com/day-in-pictures-10-march-2015/) - BBC News - Day in pictures: 10 March 2015.
- [CP+ 2015: Canon Interview - 'every day I'm saying 'speed up!''](https://photographyicon.com/cp-2015-canon-interview-every-day-im-saying-speed-up/) - CP+ 2015: Canon Interview - 'every day I'm saying 'speed up!" Digital Photography Review.
- [Syngenta Photography Award](https://photographyicon.com/syngenta-photography-award/) - BBC News - In pictures: Syngenta Photography Award.
- [APOD: 2015 March 11 - Volcano of Fire Erupts Under the Stars](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-march-11-volcano-of-fire-erupts-under-the-stars/) - APOD: 2015 March 11 - Volcano of Fire Erupts Under the Stars.
- [Smithsonian Magazine's 2014 Photo Contest](https://photographyicon.com/smithsonian-magazines-2014-photo-contest/) - Smithsonian Magazine's 2014 Photo Contest - The Atlantic.
- [Photos: Inside the Dangerous Lives of Underage Gold Miners](https://photographyicon.com/photos-inside-the-dangerous-lives-of-underage-gold-miners-wsj/) - Photos: Inside the Dangerous Lives of Underage Gold Miners - WSJ.
- [March 11, 2015 — Pictures of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/march-11-2015-pictures-of-the-day/) - March 11, 2015 — Pictures of the Day - NYTimes.com.
- [Capturing the Diverse Beauty of Marine Life with NatGeo Photographer @thomaspeschak](https://photographyicon.com/capturing-the-diverse-beauty-of-marine-life-with-natgeo-photographer-thomaspeschak/) - Capturing the Diverse Beauty of Marine Life with NatGeo Photographer @thomaspeschak | Resource Magazine.
- [Day in pictures: 11 March 2015](https://photographyicon.com/day-in-pictures-11-march-2015/) - BBC News - Day in pictures: 11 March 2015.
- [50 Years Ago: A Look Back at 1965](https://photographyicon.com/50-years-ago-a-look-back-at-1965/) - 50 Years Ago: A Look Back at 1965 - The Atlantic.
- [APOD: 2015 March 12 - Along the Cygnus Wall](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-march-12-along-the-cygnus-wall/) - APOD: 2015 March 12 - Along the Cygnus Wall.
- [National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/national-geographic-photo-of-the-day-14/) - Fox Image, Torres del Paine National Park -- National Geographic Photo of the Day.
- [Hitting the Slopes](https://photographyicon.com/hitting-the-slopes/) - Hitting the Slopes - The Big Picture - The Boston Globe.
- [Stuck Inside? Indoor Photo Ideas Save the Day](https://photographyicon.com/stuck-inside-indoor-photo-ideas-save-the-day/) - Stuck Inside?Indoor Photo Ideas Save the Day | Photojojo.
- [Day in pictures: 13 March 2015](https://photographyicon.com/day-in-pictures-13-march-2015/) - BBC News - Day in pictures: 13 March 2015.
- [National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/national-geographic-photo-of-the-day-15/) - Flamingo Flock Image, Gujarat -- National Geographic Photo of the Day.
- [APOD: 2015 March 13 - The Great Wall by Moonlight](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-march-13-the-great-wall-by-moonlight/) - APOD: 2015 March 13 - The Great Wall by Moonlight.
- [People not talking to each other](https://photographyicon.com/people-not-talking-to-each-other/) - BBC News - People not talking to each other.
- [The Best Links of the Week (March 7-13) - Feature Shoot](https://photographyicon.com/the-best-links-of-the-week-march-7-13-feature-shoot/) - The Best Links of the Week (March 7-13) - Feature Shoot.
- [Photos of the Week: 3/7-3/13](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-the-week-37-313/) - Photos of the Week: 3/7-3/13 - The Atlantic.
- [Week in pictures: 7-13 March 2015](https://photographyicon.com/week-in-pictures-7-13-march-2015/) - BBC News - Week in pictures: 7-13 March 2015.
- [APOD: 2015 March 14 - Return at Sunrise](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-march-14-return-at-sunrise/) - APOD: 2015 March 14 - Return at Sunrise.
- [National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/national-geographic-photo-of-the-day-16/) - Sailfish Image, Gulf of Mexico -- National Geographic Photo of the Day.
- [Children of war](https://photographyicon.com/children-of-war/) - Children of war - The Big Picture - The Boston Globe. (graphic)
- [Camera Maker Leica Survives the Digital Shift](https://photographyicon.com/camera-maker-leica-survives-the-digital-shift/) - Camera Maker Leica Survives the Digital Shift - WSJ.
- [Leprechaun Approved Gear for St Patty’s Day](https://photographyicon.com/leprechaun-approved-gear-for-st-pattys-day/) - Leprechaun Approved Gear for St Patty’s Day | Photojojo.
- [Three Basic Photography Lighting Tips](https://photographyicon.com/three-basic-photography-lighting-tips/) - Photographer Tim Mantoani provides three basic tips for portrait lighting in this video from the Sports Shooter Academy.
- [APOD: 2015 March 15 - A Total Eclipse at the End of the World](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-march-15-a-total-eclipse-at-the-end-of-the-world/) - APOD: 2015 March 15 - A Total Eclipse at the End of the World.
- [National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/national-geographic-photo-of-the-day-17/) - Self-Portrait at Reata Pass, Arizona -- National Geographic Photo of the Day.
- [Meteor photographed from Loch Ness](https://photographyicon.com/meteor-photographed-from-loch-ness/) - BBC News - Meteor photographed from Loch Ness.
- [Still Photographs Of NYC Combined Into One Amazing Video](https://photographyicon.com/still-photographs-of-nyc-combined-into-one-amazing-video/) - This is a fantastic example of how to use still photographs to create a compelling video. Video by Ynon Lan.
- [For St. Patrick's Day, 16 Pictures That Transport You to Ireland](https://photographyicon.com/for-st-patricks-day-16-pictures-that-transport-you-to-ireland/) - For St. Patrick's Day, 16 Pictures That Transport You to Ireland.
- [Day in pictures: 16 March 2015](https://photographyicon.com/day-in-pictures-16-march-2015/) - BBC News - Day in pictures: 16 March 2015.
- [Gorgeous Northern Lights Timelapse](https://photographyicon.com/northern-lights-timelapse/) - Breathtaking Northern Lights Timelapse shot by Alexis Coram.
- [APOD: 2015 March 17 - The Big Dipper Enhanced](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-march-17-the-big-dipper-enhanced/) - APOD: 2015 March 17 - The Big Dipper Enhanced.
- [National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/national-geographic-photo-of-the-day-18/) - Snowfall at Blue Pond Image, Japan -- National Geographic Photo of the Day.
- [Seeing white: A historic winter](https://photographyicon.com/seeing-white-a-historic-winter/) - Seeing white: A historic winter - The Big Picture - The Boston Globe.
- [The Magnificent Lads on the Side of the Tower!](https://photographyicon.com/the-magnificent-lads-on-the-side-of-the-tower/) - The Magnificent Lads on the Side of the Tower! « Joe McNally's Blog.
- [Category 5 Cyclone Pam Devastates Vanuatu](https://photographyicon.com/category-5-cyclone-pam-devastates-vanuatu/) - Category 5 Cyclone Pam Devastates Vanuatu - The Atlantic.
- [APOD: 2015 March 18 - Earth During a Total Eclipse of the Sun](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-march-18-earth-during-a-total-eclipse-of-the-sun/) - APOD: 2015 March 18 - Earth During a Total Eclipse of the Sun.
- [National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/national-geographic-photo-of-the-day-19/) - Sally Lightfoot Crab Image, Galapagos Islands -- National Geographic Photo of the Day.
- [Novo to produce filter range using sapphire crystal and Gorilla Glass](https://photographyicon.com/novo-to-produce-filter-range-using-sapphire-crystal-and-gorilla-glass/) - Novo to produce filter range using sapphire crystal and Gorilla Glass: Digital Photography Review.
- [APOD: 2015 March 19 - Aurora in the Backyard](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-march-19-aurora-in-the-backyard/) - APOD: 2015 March 19 - Aurora in the Backyard.
- [Day in pictures: 18 March 2015](https://photographyicon.com/day-in-pictures-18-march-2015/) - BBC News - Day in pictures: 18 March 2015.
- [Day in pictures: 19 March 2015](https://photographyicon.com/day-in-pictures-19-march-2015/) - BBC News - Day in pictures: 19 March 2015.
- [National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/national-geographic-photo-of-the-day-20/) - Panda in a Tree Image, China -- National Geographic Photo of the Day.
- [Colors in the Sky - The Big Picture](https://photographyicon.com/colors-in-the-sky-the-big-picture/) - Colors in the Sky - The Big Picture - The Boston Globe.
- [Ruskin's daguerreotypes](https://photographyicon.com/ruskins-daguerreotypes/) - BBC News - Ruskin's daguerreotypes.
- [Animals in the News](https://photographyicon.com/animals-in-the-news/) - Animals in the News - The Atlantic.
- [Spring scenes](https://photographyicon.com/spring-scenes/) - Spring scenes - The Big Picture - The Boston Globe.
- [National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/national-geographic-photo-of-the-day-21/) - Tiger Cubs Image, Ranthambore Tiger Reserve -- National Geographic Photo of the Day.
- [In pictures: Solar eclipse](https://photographyicon.com/in-pictures-solar-eclipse/) - BBC News - In pictures: Solar eclipse.
- [ESA views the eclipse](https://photographyicon.com/esa-views-the-eclipse/) - ESA views the eclipse / Highlights / ESA.
- [Solar Eclipse, March 20th](https://photographyicon.com/solar-eclipse-march-20th/) - Solar Eclipse, March 20th | Flickr Blog.
- [Double Fantasy: Rarely Seen Photos of Yoko Ono and John Lennon](https://photographyicon.com/double-fantasy-rarely-seen-photos-of-yoko-ono-and-john-lennon/) - Double Fantasy: Rarely Seen Photos of Yoko Ono and John Lennon | Vanity Fair.
- [Week in pictures: 14-20 March 2015](https://photographyicon.com/week-in-pictures-14-20-march-2015/) - BBC News - Week in pictures: 14-20 March 2015.
- [March 20th 2015 Eclipse Timelpase](https://photographyicon.com/march-20th-2015-eclipse-timelpase/) - This timelapse video shows the two minutes of darkness caused by the total solar eclipse in Tórshavn, Faroe Islands on March 20th 2015.
- [March 20th 2015 Eclipse Video Footage](https://photographyicon.com/march-20th-2015-eclipse-video-footage/) - A video from the BBC on the eclipse
- [Eclipse from a Cockpit](https://photographyicon.com/eclipse-from-a-cockpit/) - Eclipse from a Cockpit - Album on Imgur.
- [SpaceX makes photos freely available on Flickr](https://photographyicon.com/spacex-makes-photos-freely-available-on-flickr/) - SpaceX makes photos freely available on Flickr | Flickr Blog.
- [A European Supertide](https://photographyicon.com/a-european-supertide/) - A European 'Supertide' - The Atlantic.
- [APOD: 2015 March 21 - Northern Equinox Eclipse](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-march-21-northern-equinox-eclipse/) - APOD: 2015 March 21 - Northern Equinox Eclipse.
- [APOD: 2015 March 22 - A Double Eclipse of the Sun](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-march-22-a-double-eclipse-of-the-sun/) - APOD: 2015 March 22 - A Double Eclipse of the Sun.
- [National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/national-geographic-photo-of-the-day-23/) - Costumed Suri Image, Argentina-- National Geographic Photo of the Day.
- [Photojojo Drone Banner](https://photographyicon.com/photojojo-drone-banner/) - Photojojo Drone Banner - The Photojojo Store!.
- [APOD: 2015 March 23 - Atlas V Launches MMS](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-march-23-atlas-v-launches-mms/) - APOD: 2015 March 23 - Atlas V Launches MMS.
- [National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/national-geographic-photo-of-the-day-22/) - Nasca Lines Image, Peru -- National Geographic Photo of the Day.
- [Egypt’s Picturesque but Deadly Limestone Quarries](https://photographyicon.com/egypts-picturesque-but-deadly-limestone-quarries/) - Egypt’s Picturesque but Deadly Limestone Quarries | PROOF.
- [Day in pictures: 23 March 2015](https://photographyicon.com/day-in-pictures-23-march-2015/) - Day in pictures: 23 March 2015 - BBC News.
- [March 24, 2015 — Pictures of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/march-24-2015-pictures-of-the-day/) - March 24, 2015 — Pictures of the Day - NYTimes.com.
- [National Geographic On The Sherpas Of Everest](https://photographyicon.com/the-sherpas-of-everest/) - A great video about sherpas on Mount Everest.
- [How NASA Colorizes Space Photos](https://photographyicon.com/how-nasa-colorizes-space-photos/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fDwkDZ5dx-c Video by National Geographic
- [National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/national-geographic-photo-of-the-day-24/) - Snowy Owl Image, Quebec City -- National Geographic Photo of the Day.
- [Spring Is in the Air](https://photographyicon.com/spring-is-in-the-air/) - Spring Is in the Air - The Atlantic.
- [March 25, 2015 - Photos of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/march-25-2015-photos-of-the-day/) - March 25, 2015 — Photos of the Day - NYTimes.com.
- [Day in pictures: 25 March 2015](https://photographyicon.com/day-in-pictures-25-march-2015/) - Day in pictures: 25 March 2015 - BBC News.
- [APOD: 2015 March 26 - Orion Spring](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-march-26-orion-spring/) - APOD: 2015 March 26 - Orion Spring.
- [Get Surreal With Oil and Water Photos | Photojojo](https://photographyicon.com/get-surreal-with-oil-and-water-photos-photojojo/) - Get Surreal With Oil and Water Photos | Photojojo.
- [Policemen Training Image, India -- National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/policemen-training-image-india-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Policemen Training Image, India -- National Geographic Photo of the Day.
- [Day in pictures: 26 March 2015 - BBC News](https://photographyicon.com/day-in-pictures-26-march-2015-bbc-news/) - Day in pictures: 26 March 2015 - BBC News.
- [March 27, 2015 — Pictures of the Day - NYTimes.com](https://photographyicon.com/march-27-2015-pictures-of-the-day-nytimes-com/) - March 27, 2015 — Pictures of the Day - NYTimes.com.
- [Photos of the Week: 3/21-3/27 - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-the-week-321-327-the-atlantic/) - Photos of the Week: 3/21-3/27 - The Atlantic.
- [The Best Links of the Week (March 21-27) - Feature Shoot](https://photographyicon.com/the-best-links-of-the-week-march-21-27-feature-shoot/) - The Best Links of the Week (March 21-27) - Feature Shoot.
- [Day in pictures: 27 March 2015 - BBC News](https://photographyicon.com/day-in-pictures-27-march-2015-bbc-news/) - Day in pictures: 27 March 2015 - BBC News.
- [Deer and Sunflowers Image, North Dakota -- National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/deer-and-sunflowers-image-north-dakota-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Deer and Sunflowers Image, North Dakota -- National Geographic Photo of the Day.
- [APOD: 2015 March 27 - NGC 2403 in Camelopardalis](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-march-27-ngc-2403-in-camelopardalis/) - APOD: 2015 March 27 - NGC 2403 in Camelopardalis.
- [Week in pictures: 21-27 March 2015 - BBC News](https://photographyicon.com/week-in-pictures-21-27-march-2015-bbc-news/) - Week in pictures: 21-27 March 2015 - BBC News.
- [Fire Department Drill Image, Ohio -- National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/fire-department-drill-image-ohio-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Fire Department Drill Image, Ohio -- National Geographic Photo of the Day.
- [APOD: 2015 March 28 - Diamond Rings and Baily s Beads](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-march-28-diamond-rings-and-baily-s-beads/) - APOD: 2015 March 28 - Diamond Rings and Baily s Beads.
- [Police Departments Open Up Safe Lots For Craigslist Transactions : NPR](https://photographyicon.com/police-departments-open-up-safe-lots-for-craigslist-transactions-npr/) - Police Departments Open Up 'Safe Lots' For Craigslist Transactions : NPR.
- [Cabo Pulmo Image, Mexico -- National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/cabo-pulmo-image-mexico-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Cabo Pulmo Image, Mexico -- National Geographic Photo of the Day.
- [APOD: 2015 March 29 - Shadow of a Martian Robot](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-march-29-shadow-of-a-martian-robot/) - APOD: 2015 March 29 - Shadow of a Martian Robot.
- [Grizzly Bear Image, Yellowstone National Park -- National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/grizzly-bear-image-yellowstone-national-park-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Grizzly Bear Image, Yellowstone National Park -- National Geographic Photo of the Day.
- [APOD: 2015 March 30 - A Flag Shaped Aurora over Sweden](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-march-30-a-flag-shaped-aurora-over-sweden/) - APOD: 2015 March 30 - A Flag Shaped Aurora over Sweden.
- [Cute Little Animated Short Film: Taking Pictures](https://photographyicon.com/cute-little-animated-short-film-taking-pictures/) - Lovely little animated short film by Simon Taylor.
- [APOD: 2015 March 31 - Corona from Svalbard](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-march-31-corona-from-svalbard/) - APOD: 2015 March 31 - Corona from Svalbard.
- [Longmen Grottoes Image, China -- National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/longmen-grottoes-image-china-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Longmen Grottoes Image, China -- National Geographic Photo of the Day.
- [Photos of Cloned Individuals Depict the 'Power of Theater in a Still Image' - Feature Shoot](https://photographyicon.com/photos-of-cloned-individuals-depict-the-power-of-theater-in-a-still-image-feature-shoot/) - Photos of Cloned Individuals Depict the Power of Theater in a Still Image - Feature Shoot.
- [Fuego Volcano Erupting Image, Guatemala - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/fuego-volcano-erupting-image-guatemala-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Fuego Volcano Erupting Image, Guatemala - National Geographic Photo of the Day.
- [Globe photos of the month, March 2015 - The Big Picture - The Boston Globe](https://photographyicon.com/globe-photos-of-the-month-march-2015-the-big-picture-the-boston-globe/) - Globe photos of the month, March 2015 - The Big Picture - The Boston Globe.
- [APOD: 2015 April 2 - The Owl and the Galaxy](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-april-2-the-owl-and-the-galaxy/) - APOD: 2015 April 2 - The Owl and the Galaxy.
- [Double Rainbow Image, Vancouver - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/double-rainbow-image-vancouver-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Double Rainbow Image, Vancouver - National Geographic Photo of the Day.
- [The American West Dries Up - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/the-american-west-dries-up-the-atlantic/) - The American West Dries Up - The Atlantic.
- [APOD: 2015 April 3 - Sun and Moon Halo](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-april-3-sun-and-moon-halo/) - APOD: 2015 April 3 - Sun and Moon Halo.
- [Rakher Upobash Image, Bangladesh - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/rakher-upobash-image-bangladesh-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Rakher Upobash Image, Bangladesh - National Geographic Photo of the Day.
- [APOD: 2015 April 4 - Voorwerpjes in Space](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-april-4-voorwerpjes-in-space/) - APOD: 2015 April 4 - Voorwerpjes in Space.
- [Milky Way Image, Texas - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/milky-way-image-texas-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Milky Way Image, Texas - National Geographic Photo of the Day.
- [Bald Eagle Image, Memphis Zoo - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/bald-eagle-image-memphis-zoo-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Bald Eagle Image, Memphis Zoo - National Geographic Photo of the Day.
- [APOD: 2015 April 5 - Saturn, Tethys, Rings, and Shadows](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-april-5-saturn-tethys-rings-and-shadows/) - APOD: 2015 April 5 - Saturn, Tethys, Rings, and Shadows.
- [APOD: 2015 April 6 - NGC 3293: A Bright Young Star Cluster](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-april-6-ngc-3293-a-bright-young-star-cluster/) - APOD: 2015 April 6 - NGC 3293: A Bright Young Star Cluster.
- [Jokulsarlon Lagoon Image, Iceland - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/jokulsarlon-lagoon-image-iceland-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Jokulsarlon Lagoon Image, Iceland - National Geographic Photo of the Day.
- [Earth Hour 2015 - The Atlantic](https://photographyicon.com/earth-hour-2015-the-atlantic/) - Earth Hour 2015 - The Atlantic.
- [The explorers | Flickr Blog](https://photographyicon.com/the-explorers-flickr-blog/) - The explorers | Flickr Blog.
- [Photojournalism of the Month: March 2015 | American Photo](https://photographyicon.com/photojournalism-of-the-month-march-2015-american-photo/) - Photojournalism of the Month: March 2015 | American Photo.
- [April 7, 2015 — Pictures of the Day - NYTimes.com](https://photographyicon.com/april-7-2015-pictures-of-the-day-nytimes-com/) - April 7, 2015 — Pictures of the Day - NYTimes.com.
- [Turin Tram Image, Italy - National Geographic Photo of the Day](https://photographyicon.com/turin-tram-image-italy-national-geographic-photo-of-the-day/) - Turin Tram Image, Italy - National Geographic Photo of the Day.
- [APOD: 2015 April 7 - In the Heart of the Virgo Cluster](https://photographyicon.com/apod-2015-april-7-in-the-heart-of-the-virgo-cluster/) - APOD: 2015 April 7 - In the Heart of the Virgo Cluster.

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- [Final Exam](https://photographyicon.com/fundamentals/final-exam/) - Lesson 14: Final Class and Exam 1 / 50 What is the main goal of Lesson 1 in improving photography skills? Traveling to new locations for inspiration Mastering advanced camera settings Using editing software for image enhancement Slowing down to notice and reinterpret everyday details 2 / 50 In the “Beast to Beauty” assignment, what
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- [Lesson 9 Assignment: Time to See in Tones](https://photographyicon.com/fundamentals/lesson-9-assignment/) - This will be an assignment which will challenge you as a black and white photographer. For this assignment create a black and white photograph with the following characteristics: A wide tonal range An uneven tonal balance which is unevenly slanted towards the black end of the spectrum making the photograph appear low key (dark). You
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- [Famous Photo: The Steerage by Alfred Stieglitz](https://photographyicon.com/alfred-stieglitz/famous-photo-the-steerage-by-alfred-stieglitz/) - Here is one of Alfred Stieglitz' favorite images that he ever created, The Steerage.
- [Exploring the World of Photojournalism](https://photographyicon.com/photojournalism/) - Learn more about what photojournalism is. Learn how to become a better photojournalist as well.
- [The Legacy of Julia Margaret Cameron](https://photographyicon.com/julia-margaret-cameron/) - Painting of Julia Margaret Cameron by George Frederic Watts. Masters of Photography – Julia Margaret Cameron Julia Margaret Cameron was a pioneering photographer whose unique and creative vision created timeless works of art. Born in 1815 in Calcutta, India, Cameron used her husband’s photographic equipment to take photographs. A mother of six, Cameron was a
- [The Fascinating Life and Work of Eadweard Muybridge](https://photographyicon.com/eadweard-muybridge/) - Learn about one of the most important photographers from history Eadweard Muybridge. Discover his works and watch videos about his life.
- [Dan Winters: A Photographic Journey of Life](https://photographyicon.com/dan-winters/) - Dan Winters is an award-winning photographer whose work has been featured in publications such as National Geographic, Fortune, Time, and Newsweek. He has traveled the world to capture unique and captivating images of people, places, and events. Winters has been praised for his ability to capture the essence of life and his use of light
- [Photography Jobs](https://photographyicon.com/jobs/) - A breakdown of photography jobs: staff vs. freelance, commercial, wedding, product, and adjacent roles, with real day rates and what each requires.
- [Architecture Photography As A Career](https://photographyicon.com/jobs/architecture-photography/) - Learn architecture photography with expert techniques for capturing buildings and interiors. Covers camera settings, lens choices, composition, and lighting.
- [How to Use Capture One Software](https://photographyicon.com/capture-one/) - Overview of Capture One and videos about how to use the software.
- [Master Of Photography Tom Baril](https://photographyicon.com/tom-baril/) - Learn about the art and photographs of master photographer Tom Baril.
- [How To Light Weddings: Wedding Photography Lighting Guide](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-light-weddings/) - Practical wedding lighting techniques for the eight scenes of a real wedding day: getting ready, ceremony, family formals, couple session, reception, and the dance floor.
- [Remembering Photographer Mary Ellen Mark](https://photographyicon.com/mary-ellen-mark/) - Learn about the life, work, and history of master photographer Mary Ellen Mark
- [Photography Filters Tutorial](https://photographyicon.com/filters/) - Everything you need to know about filters in still photography. From ND filters to color filters and how to use them.
- [How To Display Large Photo Prints On Your Walls](https://photographyicon.com/prints/) - Learn how to display large photo prints on your walls, from calculating print resolution and choosing the right paper substrate to mounting heavy frames and lighting your artwork.
- [How To Photograph National Parks](https://photographyicon.com/national-parks/) - How to photograph national parks well: plan golden hour, research permits, pick focal lengths for wildlife, and scout trails beyond the main viewpoints.
- [How To Make Great Stories With Photos](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-make-great-stories-with-photos/) - Learn how to make great photo stories using the five-shot structure, smart sequencing, consistent color grading, and a disciplined edit to 8 to 15 images.
- [Medium Format Photography](https://photographyicon.com/medium-format/) - Medium format photography explained: 120 film and digital medium format sensors, the look, the systems (Hasselblad, Fujifilm GFX), and when it is worth it.
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- [Conservation Photography And Science](https://photographyicon.com/conservation-photography-and-science/) - Conservation photography uses images to protect nature and wildlife by partnering with science. Learn how it works, the ethics, and how to start.
- [How To Prepare Photos For Printing](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-prepare-photos-for-printing/) - How to prepare photos for printing: monitor calibration, resolution, color space, soft proofing, sharpening, paper, FAQ.
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- [The History and Importance of Black and White Photography](https://photographyicon.com/blackandwhite/) - Black and white photography strips away the distraction of color to reveal the essential elements of an image: light, shadow, form, texture, and composition. It is one of the oldest forms of photographic expression, predating color photography by nearly a century, and it remains a powerful artistic choice in the digital age. Understanding when and
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- [Thomas Heaton Photographer](https://photographyicon.com/thomas-heaton/) - A collection of videos by photographer Thomas Heaton. Watch his remarkable work unfold and learn as you go.
- [How To Light For Fashion And Beauty](https://photographyicon.com/lighting/how-to-light-for-fashion-and-beauty/) - Master fashion and beauty lighting with studio setups: beauty dish placement, rim lights, background gradients, and camera settings for professional results.
- [How To Shoot Photos In Harsh Daylight](https://photographyicon.com/lighting/how-to-shoot-photos-in-harsh-daylight/) - Six practical strategies for producing great photographs in harsh midday sun, plus the camera settings, accessories, and post-processing that make bright light work.
- [How To Shoot Yosemite Like Ansel Adams](https://photographyicon.com/anseladams/how-to-shoot-yosemite-like-ansel-adams/) - How to photograph Yosemite like Ansel Adams: visualization and the zone system, dramatic light and weather, black and white, filters, and the iconic viewpoints.
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- [Wildlife Photography: Capturing the Natural World](https://photographyicon.com/wildlife/) - Video tutorial about shooting wildlife photographs.
- [How To Practice Flying A Drone](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-practice-flying-a-drone/) - A four-week structured practice progression that takes you from terrified hover to confident cinematic drone work, with the pre-flight checklist that prevents crashes.
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- [15 of the Best Photography Locations on Earth](https://photographyicon.com/15-of-the-best-photography-locations-on-earth/) - Grand Canyon, Arizona, USA - The Grand Canyon is one of the most breathtaking natural wonders of the world. With its vastness, vivid colors, and immense depth, it provides a stunning backdrop for any photographer. From the rim, photographers can capture the canyon's colorful layers and the otherworldly rock formations below. Alternatively, a hike down
- [61 Inspiring Photography Themes to Ignite Your Creativity!](https://photographyicon.com/61-themes-to-photograph/) - Using themes in photography can be a great way to inspire creativity and push the boundaries of your photography. A theme is a concept or idea that serves as the central focus of a photograph or series of photographs. By choosing a specific theme and sticking to it, you can explore new ideas and techniques,
- [Mastering Shutter Speed: Tips for Capturing Dynamic Images](https://photographyicon.com/mastering-shutter-speed-in-photography-tips-and-techniques-for-capturing-dynamic-images/) - Shutter speed is an essential element of photography that refers to the amount of time the camera’s shutter is open when you take a photograph. Shutter speed is measured in seconds or fractions of a second, and it can have a significant impact on the final image. In this article, we’ll go over some tips
- [Mastering Aperture: Tips for Beautiful, Creative Images](https://photographyicon.com/mastering-aperture-in-photography-tips-and-techniques-for-beautiful-creative-images/) - Master aperture in photography with practical tips for portraits, landscapes, and creative effects. Learn f-stops, depth of field, and lens sweet spots.
- [Mastering Landscape Photography: Tips for Stunning Images](https://photographyicon.com/mastering-landscape-photography-tips-and-techniques-for-capturing-stunning-images-of-the-natural-world/) - Landscape photography is a popular and rewarding genre that allows you to capture the beauty and majesty of the natural world. In this article, we’ll go over some tips and techniques for capturing stunning landscape photographs. One of the most important elements of landscape photography is the use of light. The quality and direction of
- [Mastering Architecture Photography: Tips and Techniques](https://photographyicon.com/mastering-architecture-photography-tips-and-techniques-for-capturing-stunning-images-of-buildings-and-structures/) - Architecture photography is a popular and rewarding genre that allows you to capture the beauty and design of buildings and structures. In this article, we’ll go over some tips and techniques for capturing stunning architecture photographs. One of the most important elements of architecture photography is the use of composition. In architecture photography, it’s often
- [Mastering Animal Photography: Stunning Wildlife Tips](https://photographyicon.com/mastering-animal-photography-tips-and-techniques-for-capturing-stunning-images-of-animals-in-their-natural-habitat/) - Animal photography is a popular and rewarding genre that allows you to capture the beauty and behavior of animals in their natural habitat. In this article, we’ll go over some tips and techniques for capturing stunning animal photographs. One of the most important elements of animal photography is patience and timing. Capturing great animal photographs
- [Mastering Food Photography: Tips for Stunning Dish Images](https://photographyicon.com/mastering-food-photography-tips-and-techniques-for-capturing-stunning-images-of-delicious-dishes/) - Food photography is a popular and rewarding genre that allows you to capture the beauty and appeal of food and drinks. In this article, we’ll go over some tips and techniques for capturing stunning food photographs. One of the most important elements of food photography is lighting. The quality and direction of the light can
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- [How can I start in astrophotography?](https://photographyicon.com/how-can-i-start-in-astrophotography/) - Astrophotography is the art of photographing the night sky, from wide-angle shots of the Milky Way to close-up images of nebulae and planets. It sits at the intersection of photography and astronomy, and it rewards patience, planning, and a willingness to learn new techniques that are quite different from daytime shooting. If you have ever
- [What are some tips for photographing wildlife?](https://photographyicon.com/what-are-some-tips-for-photographing-wildlife/) - Practical wildlife photography tips covering autofocus settings, focal length selection, exposure for fast subjects, and how animal behavior shapes your approach.
- [How can I photograph architecture or interiors well?](https://photographyicon.com/how-can-i-photograph-architecture-or-interiors-well/) - Master architecture and interior photography with practical advice on perspective control, exposure blending for bright windows, lenses, and lighting technique.
- [Understanding Camera Types: DSLR, Mirrorless, and More](https://photographyicon.com/understanding-camera-types-dslr-mirrorless-and-more/) - Choosing a camera is one of the most important decisions a photographer makes, yet it can also be one of the most confusing. The market offers a bewildering array of options, from compact point-and-shoots to professional cinema cameras. Understanding the fundamental differences between camera types, their strengths, and their limitations helps you make an informed
- [Must-Have Camera Accessories for Every Photographer](https://photographyicon.com/discover-the-must-have-camera-accessories-for-every-photographer/) - The right camera accessories extend your creative capabilities beyond what a camera body and lens alone can achieve. While it is tempting to accumulate gear, the most effective approach is to invest in accessories that solve specific problems in your workflow or open up genuinely new creative possibilities. The essential accessories are those that the
- [Long Exposure Photography: Unleashing Visual Masterpieces](https://photographyicon.com/discover-the-mesmerizing-power-of-long-exposure-photography-unleashing-jaw-dropping-visual-masterpieces/) - Long exposure photography extends the shutter speed beyond what is needed to freeze motion, allowing movement to blur and accumulate over time. The results transform familiar scenes into something extraordinary: waterfalls become silky curtains, clouds streak across the sky, ocean waves dissolve into mist, and car headlights paint luminous trails through the night. This technique
- [Iconic Photographs that Changed Public Perception](https://photographyicon.com/iconic-photographs-that-changed-public-perception/) - Iconic Photographs that Changed Public Perception The history of photography is a fascinating journey of technological innovation and artistic evolution. Understanding where photography came from helps us appreciate the creative possibilities we have today and provides context for the artistic traditions that continue to influence modern photographers. Early Developments The principles behind photography were understood
- [The Intersection of Photography and Social Movements](https://photographyicon.com/the-intersection-of-photography-and-social-movements/) - Photography does not simply record social movements. It shapes them. A single photograph can crystallize a complex political struggle into one image that millions of people understand instantly. It can generate outrage, build solidarity, shift public opinion, and force governments to respond. The history of social change is inseparable from the history of photography, and
- [360-Degree Photography](https://photographyicon.com/360-degree-photography/) - Discover 360-degree photography and how it creates immersive, interactive panoramic images. Learn about equipment, stitching software, and common applications.
- [Reflection Photography](https://photographyicon.com/reflection-photography/) - Master reflection photography with tips for water, glass, and mirror reflections. Covers camera settings, polarizing filters, and composition techniques.
- [Resolution](https://photographyicon.com/resolution/) - Resolution refers to the level of detail an image holds and is generally measured in pixels for digital photographs. Higher resolution images are clearer, especially when printed in larger formats. High-resolution photos offer more flexibility in post-production, allowing for cropping and zooming without sacrificing image quality. However, higher resolution files are also larger in size,
- [Sensor Size](https://photographyicon.com/sensor-size/) - Sensor size refers to the physical dimensions of the imaging sensor inside a digital camera. It is one of the most important factors affecting image quality, depth of field, low-light performance, and the overall size and cost of a camera system. Common Sensor Sizes Medium format (roughly 44x33mm or larger): The largest sensors in mainstream
- [10 Must-Try Photography Projects for Beginners](https://photographyicon.com/10-must-try-photography-projects-for-beginners/) - Are you new to photography and eager to improve your skills? Whether you’ve just picked up your first camera or are looking to explore new creative avenues, these 10 photography projects are perfect for beginners. Not only will they help you master essential techniques, but they’ll also inspire you to see the world in a
- [Mastering Night Photography: A Comprehensive Guide](https://photographyicon.com/mastering-night-photography-a-comprehensive-guide/) - Capturing stunning images in low light can be challenging but incredibly rewarding. Night photography opens up a whole new world of creative possibilities, from mesmerizing cityscapes to star-filled skies. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you master night photography and create breathtaking images after dark. 1. Choosing the Right Gear Night photography requires specific equipment
- [High-Speed Photography: Capturing Fast-Moving Subjects](https://photographyicon.com/high-speed-photography-capturing-fast-moving-subjects-with-precision/) - A hummingbird frozen in mid-flight, every feather sharply defined. A water balloon at the exact instant of bursting. A sprinter's face locked in concentration at full stride. High-speed photography captures moments that happen too fast for the human eye to process, turning fractions of a second into permanent, detailed images. It is one of the
- [The Best Camera Bags for Every Type of Photographer](https://photographyicon.com/the-best-camera-bags-for-every-type-of-photographer/) - Choosing the Right Camera Bag Selecting the perfect camera bag is essential for protecting your gear and ensuring you have everything you need on a shoot. Different types of photographers require different types of bags. Types of Camera Bags 1. Backpacks: Ideal for photographers who need to carry a lot of gear and travel long
- [Mastering Drone Photography: Tips for Beginners](https://photographyicon.com/mastering-drone-photography-tips-and-techniques-for-beginners/) - Drone photography has revolutionized the way we capture the world. With the ability to take stunning aerial shots, drones have become a valuable tool for photographers. This article will guide you through the basics of drone photography, from choosing the right equipment to mastering techniques for breathtaking images. Understanding Your Drone Choosing the Right Drone
- [Top 10 Editing Tools for Professional Photographers](https://photographyicon.com/top-10-editing-tools-for-professional-photographers/) - Editing is an essential part of professional photography, allowing you to enhance and perfect your images. With numerous editing tools available, it can be challenging to choose the best ones for your needs. This guide will introduce you to the top 10 editing tools that professional photographers rely on, highlighting their key features and benefits.
- [Landscape Photography: Capturing Nature's Beauty](https://photographyicon.com/landscape-photography-essentials-capturing-the-beauty-of-nature-in-every-shot/) - Landscape photography is the art of capturing the essence of nature’s grandeur and serenity. It’s about showcasing the beauty of the world around us, from majestic mountains and rolling hills to tranquil forests and dramatic seascapes. Whether you’re an avid hiker or simply enjoy strolling through parks, landscape photography offers endless opportunities for creativity and
- [10 Inspiring Photography Projects to Sharpen Your Skills](https://photographyicon.com/project-based-learning-10-inspiring-photography-projects-to-sharpen-your-skills/) - Photography is a journey of continuous learning and growth. While technical knowledge and theoretical concepts are essential, practical application through project-based learning can significantly accelerate your progress and unlock your creative potential. Embarking on photography projects challenges you to think outside the box, experiment with different techniques, and develop a deeper understanding of your craft.
- [Breaking the Rules: Creative Photography Techniques](https://photographyicon.com/breaking-the-rules-creative-photography-techniques-to-push-boundaries/) - Photography is a dynamic art form that thrives on experimentation and innovation. While mastering the fundamentals is crucial, breaking the rules can lead to truly unique and captivating images. This article explores various creative photography techniques that encourage you to step outside your comfort zone, challenge conventional norms, and discover new ways of expressing your
- [History of Photography: Explore the Evolution of This Art](https://photographyicon.com/the-history-of-photography-explore-the-evolution-of-this-art-form/) - Photography, as we know it today, is the result of centuries of innovation and experimentation. From its humble beginnings as a scientific curiosity to its current status as a ubiquitous art form and communication tool, photography has transformed the way we see and understand the world. This comprehensive exploration delves into the fascinating history of
- [Mastering Camera Modes: Aperture, Shutter Priority & Manual](https://photographyicon.com/mastering-camera-modes-your-guide-to-aperture-priority-shutter-priority-manual/) - Your camera’s mode dial offers several shooting modes that control how much creative authority you have over exposure settings. Understanding these modes and knowing when to use each one allows you to work efficiently in any situation, from fast-paced action to carefully composed studio work. The key modes that every photographer should master are Program
- [Bit Depth](https://photographyicon.com/bit-depth/) - Understand bit depth in digital photography. Learn the difference between 8-bit, 12-bit, and 14-bit files, and why it matters for editing and image quality.
- [CMOS Sensor](https://photographyicon.com/cmos/) - Learn how CMOS sensors work in digital cameras, how they differ from CCD sensors, and why CMOS dominates modern photography.
- [Your Guide to Stunning Low Light Photography](https://photographyicon.com/unlock-the-night-your-guide-to-stunning-low-light-photography/) - Ever wanted to capture the magic of a dimly lit city street or the beauty of a starry night sky? Low light photography can be challenging, but with a few straightforward techniques, you’ll soon be capturing incredible photos even when the sun goes down. 1. Boost Your Camera’s Senses with ISO ISO is like your
- [Mastering Hyperfocal Distance: Maximize Depth of Field](https://photographyicon.com/hyperfocal-distance/) - Hyperfocal distance is a powerful concept in photography that helps you achieve maximum depth of field, allowing everything from a certain point to infinity to appear in focus. It’s especially useful for landscape photographers who want sharp detail across the entire scene. Understanding hyperfocal distance can improve your ability to capture crisp, clear photos that
- [Photography Lingo: Common Phrases You Should Know](https://photographyicon.com/lingo/) - Photography has a unique language filled with phrases and terms that can be unfamiliar to beginners. Here’s a guide to some of the most common photography lingo and what each phrase or term means, helping you better understand the language of photography. Slang & Culture BokehThe aesthetic quality of the out-of-focus areas in an image.
- [Landscape Photography Tips](https://photographyicon.com/landscape-photography-tips/) - Landscape photography is an incredible way to capture the beauty of nature and the vastness of our surroundings. It requires patience, an understanding of natural light, and some creative technique. Whether you’re shooting mountains, forests, deserts, or beaches, these timeless tips will help you capture stunning landscape photos, no matter your experience level. 1. Plan
- [977 Inspiring Photography Ideas for Creative Shots](https://photographyicon.com/977-inspiring-photography-ideas-capture-unique-and-creative-shots-every-day/) - Looking for a fresh dose of inspiration for your next photoshoot? This list of 977 ideas for things to photograph has you covered! From everyday objects like rusty nails and cracked sidwalks to seasonal wonders like autumn leaves and beach waves, there’s no shortage of creative prompts here. Whether you’re a beginner photographer looking to
- [Most Photogenic Festivals and Events Worldwide](https://photographyicon.com/most-photogenic-festivals-and-events-worldwide/) - From explosive color celebrations to mesmerizing light displays, festivals around the world offer incredible backdrops for photographers. Whether you’re looking to capture the movement of a street parade or the tranquility of a lantern festival, these photogenic events are perfect for creating captivating photos. Here’s a list of the world’s most visually stunning festivals that
- [Photography Props and Accessories to Elevate Your Photos](https://photographyicon.com/unique-photography-props-and-accessories-to-elevate-your-photos/) - Photography props and accessories can add depth, context, and personality to your photos. Whether you’re shooting portraits, products, or creative projects, using unique props and accessories can take your photography to the next level. Here’s a list of versatile props to inspire your next photoshoot, along with tips on how to use them effectively. 1.
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- [Blue Hour: The Magical Twilight for Photography](https://photographyicon.com/blue-hour/) - Learn to photograph during blue hour, the magical twilight period. Discover camera settings, techniques, and tips for stunning blue hour images.
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- [Landscape Photography: Capture Stunning Nature & Scenery](https://photographyicon.com/landscape-photography/) - Master landscape photography with this comprehensive guide covering camera settings, composition techniques, essential gear, lighting, and post-processing for breathtaking nature photos.
- [Night Photography: Capture the Dark](https://photographyicon.com/night-photography/) - Master night photography with this comprehensive guide to camera settings, gear, focusing techniques, astrophotography, cityscapes, light painting, and post-processing for stunning low-light images.
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- [Golden Hour Photography: How to Shoot in Perfect Light](https://photographyicon.com/golden-hour-photography/) - Capture stunning golden hour photos. Covers backlit portraits, landscape techniques, silhouettes, lens flare, camera settings, and blue hour tips.
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- [Travel Photography: Tips for Capturing Your Adventures](https://photographyicon.com/travel-photography/) - Improve your travel photography with tips on lightweight gear, storytelling, cultural sensitivity, backing up on the road, and building a travel portfolio.
- [How to Photograph Fireworks: Complete Settings Guide](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-photograph-fireworks/) - Complete guide to photographing fireworks with exact settings, Bulb mode technique, the black card method, composition strategies, and post-processing tips.
- [How to Photograph Stars and the Milky Way: A Complete Guide](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-photograph-stars/) - Step-by-step guide to photographing stars and the Milky Way. Covers the 500 Rule, focusing in the dark, finding dark skies, star trail techniques, and post-processing.
- [How to Photograph Birds](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-photograph-birds/) - Photograph birds in flight and at rest with tips on lens selection, autofocus tracking, shutter speed, fieldcraft, and finding the best locations.
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- [Applied Photography Masterclass](https://photographyicon.com/masterclass/) - Free 12-lesson masterclass covering portrait, landscape, street, wildlife, macro, night, sports, and architecture photography. Practical exercises and quizzes with every lesson.
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- [Best Camera Bags: Backpacks, Slings, Shoulder Bags & More](https://photographyicon.com/best-camera-bags/) - Find the perfect camera bag for your kit. Compare backpacks, slings, shoulder bags, and rollers for comfort, protection, and quick access.
- [Best Tripods for Photography: How to Choose the Right One](https://photographyicon.com/best-tripods/) - Complete guide to choosing the best tripod for photography. Compare carbon fiber vs aluminum, ball heads vs pan-tilt, and travel-friendly options.
- [Time-Lapse Photography: How to Shoot and Edit Stunning Time-Lapses](https://photographyicon.com/time-lapse-photography/) - Complete time-lapse guide with interval selection, camera settings, the 180-degree shutter rule, day-to-night transitions, and assembly software recommendations.
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- [Double Exposure Photography: How to Blend Two Images Into One](https://photographyicon.com/double-exposure-photography/) - Master double exposure photography with in-camera multiple exposure techniques and digital blending methods to create surreal, layered images.
- [Preparing Photos for Print: A Complete Guide](https://photographyicon.com/preparing-photos-for-print/) - Learn how to prepare digital photos for high-quality prints. Covers resolution, DPI, color spaces, soft proofing, sharpening, and paper types.
- [Smartphone Photography: Tips for Better Phone Photos](https://photographyicon.com/smartphone-photography/) - Take better photos with your phone. Covers composition, manual mode, lighting, mobile editing, when phones beat cameras, and practical tips.
- [How to Photograph Sunsets: Settings, Composition & Tips](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-photograph-sunsets/) - Capture stunning sunset photos with the right settings, composition, and timing. Covers exposure, silhouettes, foreground interest, and golden hour tips.
- [How to Photograph Flowers: Macro Tips & Techniques](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-photograph-flowers/) - Master flower photography with macro techniques, ideal camera settings, lighting tips, and composition ideas for stunning botanical images.
- [How to Photograph Cars: Automotive Photography Tips](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-photograph-cars/) - Learn automotive photography techniques. Covers angles, lighting, reflections, location scouting, rolling shots, and post-processing for cars.
- [Shutter Speed in Photography: How It Works and When to Use It](https://photographyicon.com/shutter-speed/) - Learn how shutter speed controls motion and exposure in photography. Understand fast vs slow shutter speeds and when to use each for creative effect.
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- [How to Photograph Reflections in Water and Glass](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-photograph-reflections/) - Master reflection photography with techniques for water, glass, and mirrors. Learn composition, exposure settings, and polarizing filter tips for stunning results.
- [How to Photograph Rain: Tips for Wet Weather Shooting](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-photograph-rain/) - Learn how to photograph rain with techniques for freezing raindrops, creating rain streaks, protecting gear, and capturing mood in wet weather conditions.
- [Aperture Priority Mode: What It Is and When to Use It](https://photographyicon.com/aperture-priority-mode/) - Understand aperture priority mode (Av/A), when to use it over manual or other modes, and how to control depth of field, exposure compensation, and auto ISO.
- [Intentional Camera Movement (ICM): Creating Painterly Photos](https://photographyicon.com/intentional-camera-movement/) - Learn intentional camera movement techniques to create painterly, abstract photos. Covers shutter speeds, movement types, subjects, and post-processing tips.
- [Self-Portrait Photography: Tips for Photographing Yourself](https://photographyicon.com/self-portrait-photography/) - Learn self-portrait photography with tips on focus, composition, lighting, posing, and creative ideas. Master the art of photographing yourself with any camera.
- [Blue Hour Photography: Shooting in the Twilight](https://photographyicon.com/blue-hour-photography/) - Learn blue hour photography techniques including camera settings, compositions, and tips for capturing the magical twilight glow before sunrise and after sunset.
- [Star Trail Photography: How to Capture Earth's Rotation](https://photographyicon.com/star-trail-photography/) - Learn how to photograph star trails with camera settings, stacking techniques, composition tips, and step-by-step instructions for capturing circular star patterns.
- [Photography Workflow: From Capture to Final Image](https://photographyicon.com/photography-workflow/) - Build an efficient photography workflow from import to final delivery. Covers file management, culling, editing, exporting, and backup strategies for any photographer.
- [Lesson 2: Finding Inspiration from the Masters](https://photographyicon.com/fundamentals/lesson-2/) - Lesson 2: Study the master photographers who shaped the art. Find inspiration from iconic images and develop your own photographic style.
- [Lesson 6: Basic Composition](https://photographyicon.com/fundamentals/lesson-6/) - Lesson 6: Master basic composition rules. Learn the rule of thirds, leading lines, framing, and balance to create stronger photographs.
- [Lesson 4: Film, Lenses, Filters, and More](https://photographyicon.com/fundamentals/lesson-4/) - Lesson 4: Understand camera lenses, filters, and accessories. Learn how focal length, lens types, and filters affect your photographs.
- [Lesson 10: Photographic Styles, Abstract, Portraits & Beyond](https://photographyicon.com/fundamentals/lesson-10/) - Lesson 10: Explore photography genres from abstract to portraits. Discover different styles and find the type of photography you love.
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- [Intermediate Photography](https://photographyicon.com/intermediate/) - Bridge the gap between beginner and advanced. 14 free lessons on exposure, focus, lenses, lighting, color, composition, editing, and your first project.
- [How to Photograph Moving Subjects: Freeze, Blur, and Pan Like a Pro](https://photographyicon.com/photograph-moving-subjects/) - Complete guide to photographing moving subjects. Learn to freeze action, create motion blur, master panning technique, and use the right autofocus settings for any moving subject.
- [How to Photograph Groups of People: Settings, Posing, and Lighting](https://photographyicon.com/group-photography/) - Master group photography with the right camera settings, posing techniques, lighting strategies, and people management skills. From family portraits to large team photos.
- [The 365 Photography Project: A Year of Daily Photos](https://photographyicon.com/365-photography-project/) - Complete guide to the 365 photo-a-day project. Covers planning, themes, staying motivated, organizing files, and getting the most creative growth from daily shooting.
- [Night Street Photography: Tips for After Dark](https://photographyicon.com/night-street-photography/) - Master night street photography with tips on camera settings for low light, working with neon and artificial light, creative techniques like silhouettes and reflections, and safety.
- [Lightroom for Beginners: Complete Getting Started Guide](https://photographyicon.com/lightroom-for-beginners/) - Learn Adobe Lightroom from scratch. This beginner's guide covers the interface, importing photos, basic edits, organizing your library, and exporting finished images.
- [How to Edit Landscape Photos in Lightroom](https://photographyicon.com/edit-landscape-photos-lightroom/) - Transform your landscape photos in Lightroom with this step-by-step editing guide. Learn exposure correction, color grading, graduated filters, and more.
- [Lightroom Masking and Selective Adjustments](https://photographyicon.com/lightroom-masking-selective-adjustments/) - Learn how to use Lightroom's powerful masking tools for selective adjustments. Covers linear and radial gradients, brush masks, color and luminance range masks, and AI-powered subject and sky selection.
- [Lightroom vs Photoshop: When to Use Each](https://photographyicon.com/lightroom-vs-photoshop/) - Understand the differences between Lightroom and Photoshop, when to use each, and how they work together in a photographer's editing workflow.
- [Layers and Masks in Photoshop for Photographers](https://photographyicon.com/layers-masks-photoshop/) - Master Photoshop layers and masks for non-destructive photo editing. Learn layer types, blending modes, adjustment layers, and mask techniques for photographers.
- [Camera Settings for Video: A Photographer's Guide](https://photographyicon.com/camera-settings-for-video/) - Learn the essential camera settings for shooting video, including frame rates, shutter speed rules, ISO, white balance, and picture profiles for cinematic results.
- [Framing in Photography: Using Natural Frames for Better Composition](https://photographyicon.com/framing-in-photography/) - Learn how to use natural frames in your photography to add depth, guide the viewer's eye, and create more compelling compositions.
- [Best Phone Camera Settings for Every Situation](https://photographyicon.com/phone-camera-settings/) - Learn the best phone camera settings for portraits, landscapes, low light, action, and more. Optimize your smartphone camera for any shooting scenario.
- [Mobile Photo Editing Apps: A Photographer's Guide](https://photographyicon.com/mobile-photo-editing-apps/) - Discover the best mobile photo editing apps and learn how to use them effectively. Covers editing workflows, RAW processing, and creative effects on your phone.
- [Night Photography with Your Smartphone: Complete Guide](https://photographyicon.com/night-photography-smartphone/) - Learn how to take stunning night photos with your smartphone. Covers night mode, long exposure, light trails, astrophotography, and low-light techniques.
- [Smartphone vs Camera: When Each is the Better Choice](https://photographyicon.com/smartphone-vs-camera/) - Compare smartphones and dedicated cameras across image quality, versatility, convenience, and creative control. Learn when each tool is the right choice.
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- [Second Shooter Guide: Working as an Assistant Photographer](https://photographyicon.com/second-shooter-guide/) - Learn how to succeed as a second shooter or photography assistant. Covers responsibilities, gear, etiquette, building relationships, and growing your career.
- [Photography Insurance: What Coverage You Need](https://photographyicon.com/photography-insurance/) - Understand the types of insurance photographers need, from gear coverage to liability protection. Learn how to choose the right policies for your business.
- [How to Price Photography Prints for Profit](https://photographyicon.com/price-photography-prints/) - Learn how to price your photography prints profitably. Covers cost calculation, market positioning, print sizes, framing options, and sales strategies.
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- [Photography Scavenger Hunt: Fun Ideas for All Skill Levels](https://photographyicon.com/photography-scavenger-hunt/) - Organize a photography scavenger hunt with these creative prompts and ideas. Includes themed hunts for beginners, families, groups, and advanced photographers.
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- [Film Stocks Compared: A Guide to Different Film Types](https://photographyicon.com/film-stocks-compared/) - Compare popular film stocks across color negative, slide, and black-and-white categories. Learn how grain, color rendition, and speed affect your images.
- [Scanning Film Negatives: Digitizing Your Analog Work](https://photographyicon.com/scanning-film-negatives/) - Learn how to scan film negatives and slides for high-quality digital files. Covers flatbed scanners, dedicated film scanners, DSLR scanning, and post-processing.
- [Darkroom Basics: Setting Up and Processing](https://photographyicon.com/darkroom-basics/) - Learn how to set up a home darkroom for developing and printing photographs. Covers equipment, layout, safety, enlarging, and making your first prints.
- [How to Print Photos at Home: A Complete Guide](https://photographyicon.com/print-photos-at-home/) - Learn how to print professional-quality photos at home. Covers printer selection, paper types, color management, ICC profiles, and troubleshooting common issues.
- [Canvas Prints vs Photo Paper: Choosing the Right Medium](https://photographyicon.com/canvas-prints-vs-photo-paper/) - Compare canvas prints, photo paper, metal prints, and acrylic for displaying your photographs. Learn which medium works best for different images and spaces.
- [Boudoir Photography: Techniques and Considerations](https://photographyicon.com/boudoir-photography/) - Master boudoir photography with this complete guide to lighting, posing, camera settings, client communication, and creating a comfortable studio environment.
- [Nature Photography: A Complete Guide](https://photographyicon.com/nature-photography/) - Learn nature photography from landscapes to macro subjects. Covers field techniques, weather preparation, ethical practices, and capturing the natural world at its best.
- [How to Add Film Grain to Digital Photos](https://photographyicon.com/add-film-grain-digital-photos/) - Learn to add realistic film grain to digital photos in Lightroom, Photoshop, and free tools. Match real film stocks and master grain settings for authentic analog texture.
- [Vintage Photography Look](https://photographyicon.com/vintage-photography-look/) - Master vintage photo editing with decade-specific color grading for 70s warmth, 80s neon, and 90s muted tones. Faded blacks, split toning, cross-processing, and light leaks.
- [Cinematic Photography](https://photographyicon.com/cinematic-photography/) - Master cinematic photography with color grading techniques, widescreen aspect ratios, shallow depth of field, dramatic lighting, and film-inspired framing and composition.
- [Photography Lighting Setup Diagrams: 8 Essential Patterns for Portraits](https://photographyicon.com/lighting-setup-diagrams/) - Free printable lighting setup reference with 8 portrait patterns: Rembrandt, butterfly, split, loop, broad, short, clamshell, and rim light. Includes light positions and modifier guide.
- [How Image Sensors Work](https://photographyicon.com/how-image-sensors-work/) - Understand how camera image sensors work, from CMOS vs CCD and Bayer filters to BSI and stacked designs. Learn why pixel size, sensor size, and ISO affect image quality.
- [Understanding Lens Optics](https://photographyicon.com/understanding-lens-optics/) - Learn how camera lenses work optically. Understand chromatic and spherical aberration, ED glass, aspherical elements, lens coatings, and how to read MTF charts.
- [Dynamic Range Explained](https://photographyicon.com/dynamic-range-explained/) - Learn what dynamic range means in photography, how sensors capture it, how ISO affects it, and techniques like ETTR and HDR to maximize detail in highlights and shadows.
- [Photography Assistant Guide: How to Start and What to Expect](https://photographyicon.com/photography-assistant-guide/) - Start your career as a photography assistant. Learn what assistants do, how to find work, and how assisting leads to a photography career.
- [Understanding Camera Specifications: What Actually Matters](https://photographyicon.com/understanding-camera-specifications/) - Camera specification sheets are designed to impress, not inform. Manufacturers highlight numbers that sound impressive (45 megapixels! 30 frames per second! 8K video!) while burying the specifications that actually affect your photography in footnotes. The result is that many photographers choose cameras based on marketing rather than genuine capability. The truth is that some specifications
- [How to Shoot in Manual Mode: A Step-by-Step Guide](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-shoot-manual-mode/) - Try It Yourself: Camera Simulator Use the simulator to practice finding correct exposure without the safety net of auto modes. Manual mode is where you take full creative control of your camera. Instead of letting the camera decide how bright, sharp, and focused your image should be, you make every decision yourself. This sounds intimidating,
- [Parts of a Camera: A Visual Guide to Camera Anatomy](https://photographyicon.com/parts-of-a-camera/) - Understanding the parts of your camera is like understanding the controls of a car before you drive. You could get by pressing buttons until something works, but knowing what each component does and why it is there lets you work faster, troubleshoot problems, and make creative decisions with confidence. Modern cameras pack an extraordinary amount
- [Telephoto Photography: How to Use Long Lenses Effectively](https://photographyicon.com/telephoto-photography-guide/) - Telephoto lenses let you reach across distances that your feet cannot cover. Whether you are photographing a bird perched in a distant tree, an athlete sprinting down a field, or a mountain range compressed into dramatic layers, telephoto photography opens up an entirely different way of seeing the world. But telephoto lenses also introduce unique
- [Underwater Photography Gear: Housing, Lighting, and Setup](https://photographyicon.com/underwater-photography-gear/) - Choose the right underwater photography gear. Complete guide to housings, strobes, ports, and setup for shooting beneath the surface.
- [Storm Photography: Capturing Dramatic Weather Safely](https://photographyicon.com/storm-photography/) - Learn storm photography safely. Capture lightning, dramatic clouds, and severe weather with proper technique and safety precautions.
- [Aerial Photography Without a Drone: Elevated Perspectives](https://photographyicon.com/aerial-photography-guide/) - Capture stunning aerial photography without a drone. Learn techniques for shooting from buildings, aircraft, and elevated perspectives.
- [Cyanotype Photography: Creating Blue Prints with Sunlight](https://photographyicon.com/cyanotype-photography/) - Learn cyanotype photography to create stunning blue prints using sunlight. Complete guide to this historic alternative process.
- [Darktable Guide: Free Lightroom Alternative for RAW Processing](https://photographyicon.com/darktable-guide/) - Master Darktable, the free Lightroom alternative. Complete guide to RAW processing, organizing, and editing your photos.
- [Astro-Landscape Photography: Combining Night Skies with Foreground](https://photographyicon.com/astro-landscape-photography/) - Master astro-landscape photography combining dramatic night skies with compelling foregrounds. Planning, shooting, and processing guide.
- [Creative Reflection Photography: Puddles, Mirrors, and Glass](https://photographyicon.com/creative-reflection-photography/) - Explore creative reflection photography using puddles, mirrors, and glass. Learn techniques for stunning symmetrical compositions.
- [Prism Photography: Adding Rainbows and Reflections to Your Images](https://photographyicon.com/prism-photography/) - Create stunning prism photography effects with rainbows, reflections, and light flares. Complete guide with techniques and camera settings.
- [Color Space Explained: sRGB vs Adobe RGB vs ProPhoto RGB](https://photographyicon.com/color-space-explained/) - Understand sRGB, Adobe RGB, and ProPhoto RGB color spaces. Learn which to use for web, print, and editing workflows.
- [Alternative Photography Processes: Beyond Digital and Film](https://photographyicon.com/alternative-photography-processes/) - Explore alternative photography processes from cyanotype to wet plate collodion. Discover historic and artistic printing techniques.
- [Crystal Ball Photography: Capturing the World in a Sphere](https://photographyicon.com/crystal-ball-photography/) - Master crystal ball photography with this complete guide. Learn lensball techniques, camera settings, and creative compositions.
- [Previsualization in Photography: Seeing the Image Before You Shoot](https://photographyicon.com/previsualization-photography/) - Learn previsualization in photography. Develop the skill of seeing your final image before pressing the shutter.
- [Teaching Photography Workshops: Share Your Knowledge and Build Income](https://photographyicon.com/teaching-photography-workshops/) - Start teaching photography workshops. Learn to structure classes, set pricing, manage groups, and build income from your expertise.
- [Best Free Photo Editors: A Comparison for Photographers](https://photographyicon.com/free-photo-editors/) - Compare the best free photo editing software for photographers. Covers Darktable, GIMP, RawTherapee, Snapseed, and more.
- [GIMP for Photographers: Free Professional Photo Editing](https://photographyicon.com/gimp-for-photographers/) - Learn GIMP for professional photo editing. This free, open-source tool handles layers, masks, color correction, and more.
- [The Zone System: Ansel Adams' Approach to Perfect Exposure](https://photographyicon.com/zone-system-photography/) - Learn the Zone System developed by Ansel Adams. Understand the 11 exposure zones and how to apply this technique to digital photography.
- [Couple and Engagement Photography: A Complete Guide](https://photographyicon.com/couple-photography/) - Master couple and engagement photography with this guide to posing, location scouting, lighting, camera settings, and creating natural connection between partners.
- [Outdoor Portrait Photography: Techniques for Natural Settings](https://photographyicon.com/outdoor-portrait-photography/) - Learn outdoor portrait photography techniques for any lighting condition. Covers golden hour, shade, fill flash, backgrounds, posing, and camera settings for outdoor shoots.
- [Spring Photography: Capturing the Season of Renewal](https://photographyicon.com/spring-photography/) - Master spring photography with techniques for cherry blossoms, rain, newborn wildlife, spring landscapes, and portraits. Camera settings and editing tips included.
- [Summer Photography: Making the Most of Long Days and Bright Light](https://photographyicon.com/summer-photography/) - Master summer photography with techniques for harsh light, water scenes, golden hour, night photography, and gear protection. Camera settings and editing tips included.
- [Window Light Portraits: The Most Accessible Portrait Lighting](https://photographyicon.com/window-light-portraits/) - Learn window light portrait photography. Covers subject positioning, diffusion, reflectors, camera settings, and setups for headshots, families, and still life.
- [How to Photograph a Solar Eclipse: A Complete Safety and Technique Guide](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-photograph-solar-eclipse/) - Learn how to safely photograph a solar eclipse. Covers solar filters, camera settings for each phase, gear, planning, and editing eclipse images.
- [Photography Invoicing: How to Bill Clients, Collect Payments, and Get Paid On Time](https://photographyicon.com/photography-invoicing/) - Master photography invoicing with a complete guide to invoice anatomy, deposits, payment terms, late fees, software categories, and chasing unpaid balances.
- [Photography Pricing Methods: Cost-Plus, Value-Based, and Package Pricing Compared](https://photographyicon.com/photography-pricing-methods/) - Compare photography pricing methods including cost-plus, value-based, package, day rate, and hybrid pricing. Choose the right framework for your photography business.
- [VSCO Editing Guide: Film-Inspired Mobile Photo Editing](https://photographyicon.com/vsco-editing-guide/) - Master VSCO mobile photo editing with film-inspired presets, tone controls, recipes, and a workflow that gives a phone-shot feed visual consistency.
- [Mobile RAW Workflow: Capturing and Editing RAW Files on Your Phone](https://photographyicon.com/mobile-raw-workflow/) - Capture and edit RAW (DNG) files on your phone. Compares single-frame vs computational DNG, editing latitude, noise, denoising, exporting, and round-tripping to desktop.
- [Mobile Presets Guide: Creating, Syncing, and Sharing Preset Looks on Your Phone](https://photographyicon.com/mobile-presets-guide/) - Build, sync, and share mobile photo editing presets. Covers Lightroom Mobile, VSCO, Snapseed, DNG-import preset distribution, and recipe consistency for a coherent feed.
- [Mobile Masking Guide: Selective Adjustments and Local Edits on Your Phone](https://photographyicon.com/mobile-masking-guide/) - Master mobile photo masking and selective adjustments. Brush, gradient, AI subject masks, range masks, and combining masks for professional local edits on a phone.
- [Aerial Photography](https://photographyicon.com/aerial-photography/) - Aerial photography is photography made from an elevated vantage above the ground: aircraft, helicopters, balloons, kites, towers, and, since the mid-2010s, drones. The defining characteristic is not the altitude itself but the perspective shift it creates. Subjects that read as familiar from eye level (a city block, a river bend, a parking lot) become abstract
- [Black Point](https://photographyicon.com/black-point/) - The black point is the tonal value in an image that maps to pure black (RGB 0,0,0 in 8-bit). Setting the black point during editing controls how deep the deepest shadows appear and is one of the foundational moves in tonal adjustment. Pushing the black point higher (so darker midtones map to black) increases contrast
- [CMOS Sensor](https://photographyicon.com/cmos-sensor/) - A CMOS sensor (Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor) is the image sensor technology that has replaced CCD in nearly every modern digital camera, from smartphones to medium format. The defining characteristic is that each photosite includes its own amplifier and readout circuitry, allowing the sensor to convert charge to voltage at the pixel level. This architectural
- [Continuous Lighting](https://photographyicon.com/continuous-lighting/) - Continuous lighting is studio or location lighting that stays on throughout the exposure, as opposed to flash (strobed) lighting that fires a brief, high-intensity pulse synchronized to the shutter. LED panels, tungsten lamps, HMI (Hydrargyrum Medium-arc Iodide) units, fluorescent banks, and even daylight from a window qualify as continuous sources. The defining feature is that
- [Crop Sensor](https://photographyicon.com/crop-sensor/) - A crop sensor is any image sensor smaller than the full-frame 36x24mm reference size derived from 35mm film. APS-C (approximately 23.5x15.6mm on Sony, Fujifilm, and Nikon; 22.3x14.9mm on Canon), Micro Four Thirds (17.3x13mm, used by Olympus/OM System and Panasonic), and 1-inch (13.2x8.8mm, used in some Sony RX-series and most premium compacts) are all crop sensors.
- [ETTR (Expose to the Right)](https://photographyicon.com/ettr/) - ETTR (Expose to the Right) is a digital exposure technique where the photographer deliberately pushes the histogram as far to the right as possible without clipping the highlights, then pulls the exposure down in post-processing. The technique maximizes the signal-to-noise ratio in the captured file because more photons hit the sensor in the brighter portions
- [Full Frame](https://photographyicon.com/full-frame/) - Full frame describes a sensor measuring approximately 36x24mm, matching the size of a single frame of 35mm motion picture film as adapted for still cameras by Oskar Barnack at Leica in 1913. It is the reference standard against which other formats are described, and the size most modern lens designs target. Full frame sits larger
- [Highlight Recovery](https://photographyicon.com/highlight-recovery/) - Highlight recovery is the process of pulling detail back from overexposed regions of a raw file during editing, typically using the highlight slider in Lightroom, Capture One, ACR, or any equivalent raw processor. Modern raw converters can recover roughly one to two stops of detail above the apparent clipping point, depending on the camera, the
- [Interpolation](https://photographyicon.com/interpolation/) - Interpolation is the process of generating new pixel values from existing ones, used whenever an image is resampled, enlarged, rotated, or demosaiced from sensor data. Every raw file passes through interpolation during demosaicing, since the sensor's Bayer filter records only one color per photosite; the other two colors at each location are inferred from neighboring
- [Live View](https://photographyicon.com/live-view/) - Live view is a camera mode in which the sensor's output is displayed in real time on the rear LCD or in an electronic viewfinder, replacing or supplementing the optical viewfinder. On a mirrorless camera, live view is the only mode; the mirror box that would otherwise route light to an OVF does not exist,
- [Moiré](https://photographyicon.com/moire/) - Moire is a wavy, often colored interference pattern that appears in digital photographs when a repeating pattern in the subject (fine fabric weaves, brick walls, distant fences, herringbone suits, fine printed text, computer screens) has a spatial frequency close to the pixel pitch of the sensor. The sensor samples the scene at discrete intervals, and
- [Motion Blur](https://photographyicon.com/motion-blur/) - Motion blur is the streaking, smearing, or softening of moving subjects in a photograph caused by movement during the exposure. It is the visual record of time, the smear of a runner’s leg, the trail of a car’s taillights, the silky flow of water. Whether it ruins or makes a photograph depends entirely on intent.
- [Polarizing Filter (CPL)](https://photographyicon.com/polarizing-filter/) - A polarizing filter, specifically the circular polarizer or CPL used on modern cameras, is an optical filter that selectively transmits light polarized in one orientation while blocking light polarized perpendicular to it. By rotating the filter ring relative to the lens, the photographer dials in the angle that maximizes or minimizes the effect. Properly aligned,
- [Pulling Film / Pushing Film](https://photographyicon.com/pulling-film-pushing-film/) - Pulling and pushing film are darkroom techniques for exposing film at an ISO different from its nominal box speed and compensating in development. Pushing means rating the film higher than its box speed (underexposing) and then developing for longer than standard time to bring shadow detail back; pulling means rating it lower (overexposing) and developing
- [Sensor](https://photographyicon.com/sensor/) - The sensor is the light-sensitive electronic component at the heart of a digital camera, replacing film as the medium that records the image. It is a flat rectangle of silicon divided into millions of tiny photosites, each one converting incoming photons into electrical charge. That charge is read out, amplified, digitized, and assembled into the
- [Strobe](https://photographyicon.com/strobe/) - A strobe, in still photography, is a studio-class flash unit delivering substantially more power than a portable speedlight. Strobes are typically AC-powered or run from large external battery packs, output power measured in hundreds to thousands of watt-seconds, and are designed around a modeling lamp, fast recycle times, and broad modifier compatibility. They are the
- [Variable Aperture](https://photographyicon.com/variable-aperture/) - A variable aperture zoom is a zoom lens whose maximum aperture changes as the focal length changes. A typical kit zoom marked 24-105mm f/4-7.1 opens to f/4 at the 24mm wide end and only to f/7.1 at the 105mm telephoto end, with smooth or stepped intermediate values along the way. Variable-aperture designs are common in
- [Zone System](https://photographyicon.com/zone-system/) - The zone system is an exposure and development framework developed by Ansel Adams and Fred Archer in the late 1930s and 1940s for use with black-and-white sheet film. The system divides the entire tonal range from pure black to pure white into eleven discrete zones, numbered with Roman numerals from 0 (pure black, no detail)
- [Bulb Mode (B Setting)](https://photographyicon.com/bulb-mode/) - Bulb mode holds the shutter open for as long as the release is pressed, enabling exposures far longer than the usual 30-second limit for night and long-exposure work.
- [Self-Timer](https://photographyicon.com/self-timer/) - The self-timer delays the shutter a few seconds after you press the button, for self-portraits, group shots, and vibration-free shooting on a tripod.
- [Middle Gray (18% Gray)](https://photographyicon.com/middle-gray/) - Middle gray, or 18% gray, is the reference tone camera meters are calibrated to. Learn why meters turn snow and coal gray and how to compensate.
- [Intervalometer](https://photographyicon.com/intervalometer/) - An intervalometer fires the shutter automatically at set intervals, enabling time-lapse, long bulb exposures, and star trail sequences. Learn how to use one.
- [Split Toning](https://photographyicon.com/split-toning/) - Split toning adds one color to the highlights and another to the shadows of an image. Learn the classic teal-and-orange look and how to apply it subtly.
- [Complete Guide to Photography Styles and Genres](https://photographyicon.com/complete-guide-to-photography-styles-and-genres/) - Complete Guide to Photography Styles and Genres Photography, an art form as diverse as it is expressive, encompasses a multitude of styles and genres that cater to the varied tastes and creative expressions of photographers worldwide. This guide embarks on an exhaustive journey through popular photography styles, offering insights into the techniques, equipment, and ethos
- [Photography Cheatsheets for Stunning Photos](https://photographyicon.com/cheatsheets/) - Free photography cheat sheets. Four printable one-pagers for exposure, camera settings, composition, and lighting, plus an inline quick reference.
- [Depth of Field Calculator](https://photographyicon.com/depth-of-field-calculator/) - Calculate depth of field for any lens, aperture, and sensor size. Find near and far focus limits, total DoF, and hyperfocal distance instantly.
- [10 Macro Photography Tips to Capture Incredible Details](https://photographyicon.com/10-mind-blowing-macro-photography-tips-to-capture-incredible-details/) - Macro photography lets you capture the intricate details of tiny subjects, revealing a world often unseen by the naked eye. Whether you’re photographing insects, flowers, or everyday objects, these ten mind-blowing tips will help you take your macro photography to the next level. 1. Choose the Right Equipment Selecting the right gear is crucial for
- [Closeups in Photography – A Tutorial for Beginners](https://photographyicon.com/closeup/) - Closeup photography for beginners: how it differs from macro, getting closer with minimum focus distance and close-up gear, and handling shallow depth of field.
- [How To Create a Commercial Photography Portfolio](https://photographyicon.com/commercial/) - Build a commercial photography portfolio that wins clients. Covers niche selection, spec shooting, image count, and presenting your work online and in print.
- [Photography: Complexity vs. Simplicity](https://photographyicon.com/complexity/) - Know when visual complexity serves your subject and when simplicity does. Covers aperture, negative space, dodging and burning, and post-processing decisions.
- [Master Of Photography: Ed Van Der Elsken](https://photographyicon.com/edvanderelsken/) - Study Ed van der Elsken's close-range Leica method, narrative photobook structure, and immersive documentary approach that shaped modern street photography.
- [How To Get Your Photographs In Galleries](https://photographyicon.com/gallery2/) - Learn how to get your photographs into galleries with a cohesive series, targeted submissions, and the professional materials curators actually want to see.
- [Using You Imagination In Photography](https://photographyicon.com/imagination/) - Use pre-visualization, creative constraints, and deliberate camera settings to make photography more imaginative and produce images with a clear point of view.
- [Photography Composition: Rhythm & Pattern](https://photographyicon.com/pattern/) - Master rhythm and pattern in photography composition: how to find, frame, and break repeating elements for images with graphic impact and visual tension.
- [Working With Photography Themes](https://photographyicon.com/themes/) - Choose, build, and sequence a photography theme project with advice on visual consistency, editing to 15-25 final images, and finding your conceptual thread.
- [Different Types of Photography](https://photographyicon.com/types/) - Explore the major types of photography, from portrait and wildlife to macro and astrophotography, with gear, settings, and lighting guidance for each genre.
- [How To Find The Resolution Of An Image On A PC](https://photographyicon.com/resolution-pc/) - How to find an image's resolution on a Windows PC: check pixel dimensions and DPI in File Explorer Properties, plus what resolution actually means.
- [How To Find The Resolution Of An Image On A Mac](https://photographyicon.com/resolution-mac/) - Find image resolution on a Mac using Finder Get Info, Preview Inspector, or the sips terminal command. Covers PPI, pixel count, and batch-checking folders.
- [Working The Scene In Street Photography](https://photographyicon.com/working-the-scene-in-street-photography/) - Working the scene in street photography: how to read a location, time shots through multiple passes, and know when a scene has given you its best images.
- [Overcoming Your Fear In Street Photography](https://photographyicon.com/overcoming-your-fear-in-street-photography/) - Practical techniques to overcome street photography fear: graduated exposure drills, camera pre-sets for fast shooting, and how to handle confrontations calmly.
- [Street Photography: Photographing Through Windows](https://photographyicon.com/street-photography-photographing-though-windows/) - How to shoot street photography through windows: manage reflections, control exposure for high-contrast glass, and use window frames as a compositional tool.
- [Apply For Photography Jobs Online](https://photographyicon.com/jobs/apply-for-photography-jobs-online/) - How to apply for photography jobs online: where roles are posted, what your portfolio must show, and how to write a cover letter that gets read by editors.
- [7 Fun Photography Ideas](https://photographyicon.com/7-fun-photography-ideas/) - Seven specific photography project ideas with real constraints, settings, and techniques to sharpen your skills and push your creativity past the obvious shot.
- [How To Make A Cinemagraph](https://photographyicon.com/cinemagraph/) - Learn how to make a cinemagraph: shoot locked-down video, mask the motion region in Photoshop, create a seamless loop, and export as GIF or MP4 for the web.
- [How To Create Shallow Depth Of Field With The iPhone](https://photographyicon.com/depth-of-field/dof-iphone/) - Create shallow depth of field on iPhone using Portrait Mode depth controls, telephoto lenses, close focusing distances, and clip-on macro lenses.
- [Outline Of A Schedule For A Wedding Photographer](https://photographyicon.com/outline-of-a-schedule-for-a-wedding-photographer/) - A practical hour-by-hour wedding photography schedule from getting-ready through the exit, with timing tips to protect portrait windows and ceremony shots.
- [How To Fix Mixed Light In Post Using Raw Smart Objects](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-fix-mixed-light-in-post-using-raw-smart-objects/) - Fix mixed light in a single Raw file using Photoshop Smart Objects. Blend two white balance corrections with layer masks for clean, natural results.
- [How To Exploit Dynamic Range To Improve Your Street Portaits](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-exploit-dynamic-range-to-improve-your-street-portaits/) - Exploit dynamic range in street portraits: meter for faces, manage contrast with positioning, and recover shadow detail from RAW files cleanly.
- [Working The Scene In Photography](https://photographyicon.com/working-the-scene/) - How to work the scene in photography: exploring a location through perspective changes, focal lengths, and patient timing to find the strongest possible image.
- [How To Get A Photography Job With No Experience](https://photographyicon.com/jobs/how-to-get-a-photography-job-with-no-experience/) - How to land your first paid photography work: building a portfolio, finding entry-level clients, setting prices, and assisting working photographers.
- [Videos About Travel And Photography](https://photographyicon.com/travel/) - Practical travel photography guide covering kit selection, shooting strangers confidently, working with midday light, and backing up images on the road.
- [How To Light Portraits For A Real Looking Composite](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-light-portraits-for-a-real-looking-composite/) - How to light a portrait so it drops believably into a composite: matching the direction, quality, color, and height of the light in your background plate.
- [How To Backup Your Photos When Travelling](https://photographyicon.com/travel/how-to-backup-your-photos-when-travelling/) - How to back up photos while travelling: the 3-2-1 rule on the road, portable SSDs, dual card slots, cloud uploads, and keeping copies physically separate.
- [How to Be A Travel Photographer And Adventure Photographer](https://photographyicon.com/jobs/how-to-be-a-travel-photographer-and-adventure-photographer/) - Learn how to build a career as a travel and adventure photographer, from choosing the right lightweight kit to pitching editorial assignments and staying safe in the field.
- [How To Modify Metadata On Your Pictures](https://photographyicon.com/metadata/) - Learn how to read and edit EXIF, IPTC, and XMP metadata on your photos using ExifTool, Lightroom, and Bridge, including removing GPS data before sharing.
- [How To Create Gigapixel Photos With Any Camera](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-create-gigapixel-photos-with-any-camera/) - Learn how to shoot and stitch gigapixel photos using any camera. Covers nodal point rails, grid overlap, lens choice, stitching software, and final file export.
- [How To Take Pictures Of Your Kids At A School Play](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-take-pictures-of-your-kids-at-a-school-play/) - How to photograph a school play: settings for dark theaters, beating stage-light metering, the right lens, and getting sharp shots without flash.
- [How To Make A Night Sky Timelapse](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-make-a-night-sky-timelapse/) - Learn how to shoot and process a night sky timelapse: moon phase planning, camera settings, intervalometer use, deflickering, and final video assembly.
- [Improvising In Landscape Photography](https://photographyicon.com/landscape/improvising-in-landscape-photography/) - Learn how to improvise in landscape photography when light and conditions change: find new angles, adapt exposure settings, and use weather as your subject.
- [How To Add Punch To Your Portraits](https://photographyicon.com/portrait/how-to-add-punch-to-your-portraits/) - Add punch to your portraits with targeted lighting contrast, eye-sharp focus technique, background separation, and precise dodge-and-burn post-processing.
- [How to Photograph the 4 Elements: Earth, Wind, Fire, Water](https://photographyicon.com/elements/) - Learn how to photograph earth, wind, fire, and water with the right shutter speed, white balance, and exposure settings for each element.
- [How To Shoot Family Portraits](https://photographyicon.com/portrait/how-to-shoot-family-portraits/) - Practical advice for shooting family portraits: the best light, group arrangement, focal length choices, and settings to keep children sharp and natural.
- [The History Of Photography](https://photographyicon.com/history/) - Trace photography from Niepce's 1826 heliograph and the 1839 daguerreotype through roll film, 35mm, and the rise of digital and mirrorless cameras.
- [Composition In Street Photography](https://photographyicon.com/composition-in-street-photography/) - Master composition in street photography using architecture as frames, layered depth, and light and shadow to produce stronger, more deliberate images.
- [How To Use Timelapse Photos To Make A Long Exposure Photo](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-use-timelapse-photos-to-make-a-long-exposure-photo/) - Learn how to stack timelapse frames in Photoshop to simulate long exposures without ND filters, with settings, frame counts, and blend modes.
- [How To Retouch Fashion Portraits In Capture One](https://photographyicon.com/capture-one/how-to-retouch-fashion-portraits-in-capture-one/) - A practical Capture One fashion portrait retouching workflow: healing layers, skin tone color editing, dodge and burn, and export settings for client delivery.
- [How To Make Your Photos Look Great Online](https://photographyicon.com/photoshop/how-to-make-your-photos-look-great-online/) - Make your photos look sharp, vibrant, and accurate online with the right export settings, sRGB color space, output sharpening, and platform-specific sizing tips.
- [How To Get Great Color When Making Prints](https://photographyicon.com/prints/how-to-get-great-color-when-making-prints/) - Learn how to get accurate color in photo prints through monitor calibration, soft proofing with ICC profiles, and correct export settings for any paper.
- [How To Shoot And Process A Super Long Exposure](https://photographyicon.com/exposure/how-to-shoot-and-process-a-super-long-exposure/) - Master super long exposures from 30 seconds to 30 minutes with ND filter math, bulb mode technique, tripod setup, and Lightroom and Photoshop processing tips.
- [How To Photograph Acadia National Park](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-photograph-acadia-national-park/) - Photograph Acadia National Park with tips on Cadillac Mountain sunrise timing, Bass Harbor lighthouse compositions, Jordan Pond reflections, and fall foliage.
- [How To Use Inspiration To Improve Your Photography](https://photographyicon.com/inspiration/) - Use inspiration actively to improve your photography by studying masters analytically, applying creative constraints, and drawing ideas from painting and film.
- [How To Shoot Seascapes](https://photographyicon.com/seascape/) - Learn how to shoot seascapes with the right ND filters, shutter speeds, and tide timing to capture silky water, crashing waves, and dramatic coastal light.
- [How To Shoot A Star Shaped Lens Flare](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-shoot-a-star-shaped-lens-flare/) - Learn how aperture blades create starburst lens flare effects, which f-stops to use, what lenses work best, and how to compose and retouch sharp sunstar images.
- [How A Fashion Photo Shoot Happens](https://photographyicon.com/how-a-fashion-photo-shoot-happens/) - See exactly how a professional fashion photo shoot is planned and executed, from the call sheet and lighting setup through model direction and final image delivery.
- [How To Develop A Style For Your Photography](https://photographyicon.com/style/) - Learn how to develop a distinctive photography style by analysing your own work, using creative constraints, and building consistent editing and compositional habits.
- [How Does The Human Eye Compare To A Camera](https://photographyicon.com/eye-vs-camera/) - Understand how the human eye compares to a camera sensor in dynamic range, resolution, field of view, and color perception to make better exposure decisions.
- [How To Use A Tripod With A Big Zoom Lens](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-use-a-tripod-with-a-big-zoom-lens/) - Mount long telephoto zooms at the lens collar, pick the right head, disable IS correctly, and use a remote release for sharp results at every shutter speed.
- [How To Tell A Story Using A Zoom Lens](https://photographyicon.com/lens/how-to-tell-a-story-using-a-zoom-lens/) - Use your zoom lens as a storytelling tool. Learn wide-medium-tight sequences, perspective compression, and zoom burst for stronger visual narratives.
- [How To Speed Up Your Low Light Long Exposure Workflow](https://photographyicon.com/long-exposure/how-to-speed-up-your-low-light-long-exposure-workflow/) - Cut your low-light long exposure workflow time with smart LENR use, expose-to-the-right technique, fixed white balance, and Lightroom batch preset strategies.
- [How To Improve You Photography By Doing Visual Exercise](https://photographyicon.com/visual-exercise/) - Practical visual exercises to sharpen your photographic eye, from one-variable drills and 100-frame walks to daily light observation without a camera.
- [Selling Fine Art Photography At An Art Show](https://photographyicon.com/selling-fine-art-photography-at-an-art-show/) - Learn how to select prints, set up a professional booth, price your work, and talk to buyers when selling fine art photography at an art show or craft fair.
- [How To Shoot A Milky Way Timelapse](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-shoot-a-milky-way-timelapse/) - Learn the exact camera settings, interval timing, power management, and processing workflow for shooting a stunning Milky Way timelapse from scratch.
- [How To Add Color To The Background Of A Portrait](https://photographyicon.com/photoshop/how-to-add-color-to-the-background-of-a-portrait/) - Learn how to add vivid or subtle color to portrait backgrounds using gels, background lights, and post-processing techniques for studio and natural light setups.
- [How To Prepare For A Shoot In A Place You've Never Been](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-prepare-for-a-shoot-in-a-place-youve-never-been/) - Learn how to scout locations, plan lighting windows, pack the right gear, and build a shot list before photographing somewhere you have never been.
- [How To Make Colors Pop In A Photo Of A Rainbow](https://photographyicon.com/lightroom/rainbow/) - Make rainbow colors pop in photos with the right exposure settings, polarizing filter technique, and targeted HSL post-processing in Lightroom or Camera Raw.
- [How To Fix A Panorama Shot With A Polarizing Filter](https://photographyicon.com/panorama/polarizing/) - Find out why polarizing filters cause banding in panoramas and how to fix uneven sky brightness in Lightroom or Photoshop, or prevent it before you shoot.
- [How To Quickly View EXIF Data on Your Mac](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-quickly-view-exif-data-on-your-mac/) - Find out how to view EXIF data on a Mac using Preview, ExifTool in Terminal, Photos, Lightroom, and Capture One for both JPEG and RAW files.
- [How To Quickly View EXIF Data on Your PC](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-quickly-view-exif-data-on-your-pc/) - Learn how to read EXIF data on a Windows PC using File Explorer, ExifTool, Lightroom Classic, and free viewers like IrfanView and FastStone Image Viewer.
- [What type of lighting is best for photography?](https://photographyicon.com/what-type-of-lighting-is-best-for-photography/) - Understand which type of lighting works best for different photography subjects, from golden hour and window light to strobes, softboxes, and continuous LED sources.
- [How do I capture emotion in my photos?](https://photographyicon.com/how-do-i-capture-emotion-in-my-photos/) - Learn how to capture genuine emotion in photos using focal length choice, light direction, timing techniques, and editing approaches that reinforce mood.
- [How do I create a compelling photo story or series?](https://photographyicon.com/how-do-i-create-a-compelling-photo-story-or-series/) - Learn how to create a compelling photo story or series: defining scope, getting the right image types, sequencing for narrative arc, and editing to a tight final cut.
- [Collaborative Photography Projects with Other Artists](https://photographyicon.com/collaborative-photography-projects-working-with-other-artists/) - How to structure collaborative photography projects with other photographers and artists: creative agreements, editing workflows, and cross-discipline partnerships that work.
- [How to Develop a Personal Photography Style and Vision](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-develop-a-personal-photography-style-and-vision/) - Learn how to develop a recognizable photography style by auditing your work, making deliberate technical choices, and editing with consistency and intention.
- [Creative Photography Projects to Break Out of a Rut](https://photographyicon.com/creative-photography-projects-to-break-out-of-a-rut/) - Break creative stagnation with structured photography projects: one-lens challenges, documentary series, and constraint-based exercises that build real skills fast.
- [High Key and Low Key Photography](https://photographyicon.com/highlowkey/) - High key and low key describe bright, airy versus dark, dramatic lighting styles. Learn how to light and expose for each look and read it on the histogram.
- [Photography Course: Color Tinting & Shading](https://photographyicon.com/tint/) - Tint is the green-to-magenta axis of white balance that sits alongside color temperature. Learn how to use the tint slider to remove green or magenta color casts.
- [Black and White Photography: Tonal Range](https://photographyicon.com/tonalrange/) - Tonal range is the span of brightness from the darkest shadow to the brightest highlight in a photo. Learn how it shapes black and white and how to control it.
- [What Is Tethering In Photography?](https://photographyicon.com/tethering/) - Tethering connects your camera to a computer so every frame appears instantly on a large screen. Learn how tethered shooting works and why studios use it.
- [How To Shoot Street Photography On Film](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-shoot-street-photography-on-film/) - How to shoot street photography on film: choosing a camera and film, zone focusing for speed, metering with Sunny 16, and working unobtrusively.
- [How do I take a good self-portrait or selfie?](https://photographyicon.com/how-do-i-take-a-good-self-portrait-or-selfie/) - How to take a good self-portrait: using a tripod with a timer or remote, nailing focus on yourself, flattering light and angles, and phone selfie tips.
- [How To Take Pictures Of Small Animals](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-take-pictures-of-small-animals/) - How to photograph small animals and pets: getting down to their level, focusing on the eyes, fast shutter speeds, natural light, and patience.
- [How To Shoot Landscape Photos In The Rain](https://photographyicon.com/landscape/how-to-shoot-landscape-photos-in-the-rain/) - How to shoot landscapes in the rain: protecting your gear, using wet weather for mood and saturation, reflections, and making the most of light after a storm.
- [How To Take Photos Of The Milky Way](https://photographyicon.com/landscape/how-to-take-photos-of-the-milky-way/) - How to photograph the Milky Way: finding dark skies and the right season, the fast wide lens and the 500 rule, focusing on stars, and exposure settings.
- [How To Take A Picture Of The Moon](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-take-a-picture-of-the-moon/) - How to photograph the moon: why it needs a fast shutter not a long exposure, the Looney 11 rule, the lens and focus, and shooting moonrise with a landscape.
- [How To Freeze Motion Using High Speed Photography](https://photographyicon.com/freeze-motion/) - How to freeze motion in photography: the shutter speeds that stop walking, running, sports, and splashes, plus when to use flash duration or panning instead.
- [Frame Within A Frame In Photography](https://photographyicon.com/frame-within-a-frame/) - The frame within a frame composition technique: using doorways, windows, arches, and foliage to frame your subject, add depth, and lead the eye.
- [Urban Exploration Photography](https://photographyicon.com/urban-exploration-photography/) - Urban exploration photography: shooting abandoned places safely and legally, handling high-contrast light with bracketing and HDR, and composing decay.
- [Bird Photography Tutorial Videos](https://photographyicon.com/bird-photography/) - Bird photography techniques: long telephoto lenses, fast shutter speeds for flight, tracking autofocus and eye detection, fieldcraft, and getting close.
- [Splash Photography](https://photographyicon.com/splash-photography/) - Splash and liquid photography: freezing splashes with flash duration not shutter speed, triggering, focus, backgrounds, and building repeatable setups.
- [Dance Photography](https://photographyicon.com/dance-photography/) - Dance photography techniques: freezing or blurring movement, shooting under stage light, tracking focus, timing peak action, and capturing the line of the body.
- [Flower Photography](https://photographyicon.com/flowers/) - Flower photography techniques: macro lenses and focus stacking, controlling wind and light, separating the subject from the background, and composition.
- [Architecture Photography](https://photographyicon.com/architecture/) - Architecture photography techniques: controlling converging verticals, the best lenses and time of day, shooting interiors, and composing buildings well.
- [Choosing the Right Memory Card: Speed and Reliability](https://photographyicon.com/choosing-the-right-memory-card-speed-capacity-and-reliability/) - How to choose a camera memory card: SD, UHS and V speed classes, CFexpress, capacity strategy, and reliability tips for stills and video.
- [How To Use A Color Chart](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-use-a-color-chart/) - How to use a color chart: shooting a reference frame to set accurate white balance, build a custom camera profile, and match color across a shoot.
- [How To Find Great Photography Locations](https://photographyicon.com/scouting/) - How to scout photography locations: using mapping and sun-tracking apps, planning for light and weather, checking access and safety, and pre-visualizing shots.
- [How To Take A Star Trail Photo](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-take-a-star-trail-photo/) - How to shoot star trails: the gear, settings, and stacking workflow that turn the night sky into circular or streaking trails around the celestial pole.
- [What Is Cropping In Photography?](https://photographyicon.com/crop/) - Cropping in photography explained: how to crop for stronger composition, aspect ratios, straightening, and how cropping affects resolution and print size.
- [Large Format Photography](https://photographyicon.com/large-format/) - Large format photography explained: 4x5 and 8x10 view cameras, camera movements (tilt, shift, swing), sheet film, and why photographers still shoot it.
- [Reflections In Photography](https://photographyicon.com/reflections/) - Reflection photography techniques: using water, glass, and mirrors for symmetry, controlling reflections with a polarizer, focusing, and composition.
- [How To Take Pictures Of Fireworks](https://photographyicon.com/fireworks/) - How to photograph fireworks: the tripod, manual settings (ISO 100, f/8 to f/16, bulb), focusing, and framing that produce sharp, vivid fireworks photos.
- [Fashion Photography: Techniques and Creative Direction](https://photographyicon.com/jobs/fashion-photography/) - Learn fashion photography techniques including lighting, posing, creative direction, and styling. A complete guide from concept to final image for aspiring fashion photographers.
- [Sports Photography As A Career](https://photographyicon.com/jobs/sports-photography/) - Freeze fast action with sports photography tips. Covers shutter speed, continuous autofocus, burst mode, positioning, and panning techniques.
- [What is Focus Stacking in Photography?](https://photographyicon.com/macro/focus-stacking/) - Learn focus stacking to achieve front-to-back sharpness in macro, landscape, and product photography by merging multiple focused exposures.
- [Best Camera for Beginners (Buying Guide)](https://photographyicon.com/best-camera-for-beginners/) - Choose the right camera for your photography journey. Learn what features actually matter, budget tiers, buying used, and essential accessories.
- [Portrait Photography: Complete Guide to Photographing People](https://photographyicon.com/portrait-photography/) - Learn portrait photography from camera settings and lens choices to lighting patterns, posing techniques, and post-processing. A comprehensive guide for all skill levels.
- [Street Photography: Capture Life in Public Spaces](https://photographyicon.com/street-photography/) - Master street photography with this comprehensive guide covering techniques, camera settings, composition, gear choices, ethics, and post-processing for powerful candid images.
- [Natural Light Photography: Tips for Beautiful Images](https://photographyicon.com/natural-light-photography/) - Learn natural light photography techniques. Covers golden hour, window light, overcast conditions, reflectors, and how to work with available light.
- [Product Photography: Setup, Lighting & Techniques](https://photographyicon.com/product-photography/) - Create professional product photos with guides on lighting setups, white backgrounds, styling, camera settings, and post-processing for e-commerce.
- [Real Estate Photography: A Business & Technique Guide](https://photographyicon.com/real-estate-photography/) - Shoot professional real estate photos with guides on wide-angle technique, HDR, interior lighting, composition for rooms, and building a client base.
- [Mirrorless vs DSLR: Which Camera Is Right for You?](https://photographyicon.com/mirrorless-vs-dslr/) - Mirrorless vs DSLR explained. Compare autofocus, size, battery life, video, lens selection, and which system is best for your photography needs.
- [Full Frame vs Crop Sensor: Differences Explained](https://photographyicon.com/full-frame-vs-crop-sensor/) - Full frame vs crop sensor explained. Compare image quality, depth of field, low-light performance, crop factor, lens equivalencies, and cost.
- [Macro Photography: The Complete Guide](https://photographyicon.com/macro-photography/) - Discover macro photography techniques for stunning close-up images. Covers magnification, focus stacking, lighting setups, and gear recommendations.
- [Wildlife Photography: The Complete Guide](https://photographyicon.com/wildlife-photography/) - Get closer to nature with wildlife photography tips. Covers fieldcraft, long lens techniques, autofocus settings, patience strategies, and ethical practices.
- [Food Photography: The Complete Guide](https://photographyicon.com/food-photography/) - Master food photography with our complete guide. Learn styling, lighting setups, composition tricks, and editing techniques for appetizing food images.
- [Best Photo Editing Software: Free and Paid Options](https://photographyicon.com/best-photo-editing-software/) - Find the right photo editing software for your needs. Covers RAW processors, pixel editors, subscription vs purchase, and building an efficient workflow.
- [Panorama Photography: How to Shoot and Stitch Stunning Panoramas](https://photographyicon.com/panorama-photography/) - Learn panorama photography from shooting technique to stitching. Covers overlap, nodal points, software options, and multi-row panoramas.
- [Silhouette Photography: How to Capture Dramatic Silhouettes](https://photographyicon.com/silhouette-photography/) - Master silhouette photography with tips on metering, timing, subject selection, and composition. Create dramatic images against beautiful skies.
- [Photo Retouching: Techniques for Natural-Looking Edits](https://photographyicon.com/photo-retouching/) - Master photo retouching with techniques for skin smoothing, frequency separation, dodge and burn, and color grading. Lightroom and Photoshop workflows.
- [How to Use Off-Camera Flash: A Complete Guide](https://photographyicon.com/off-camera-flash-guide/) - Master off-camera flash photography. Covers wireless triggers, one-light and two-light setups, mixing ambient light, and portrait lighting patterns.
- [Pet Photography: How to Capture Stunning Animal Portraits](https://photographyicon.com/pet-photography/) - Master pet photography with expert tips on camera settings, getting eye-level shots, working with dogs and cats, lighting, and capturing your animal's unique personality.
- [Event Photography: How to Capture Memorable Moments at Any Event](https://photographyicon.com/event-photography/) - Complete guide to event photography covering corporate events, parties, and conferences. Learn lighting, timing, and storytelling techniques for any venue.
- [Concert Photography: How to Shoot Live Music Like a Pro](https://photographyicon.com/concert-photography/) - Master concert photography with tips for low-light shooting, fast-moving performers, and venue challenges. Settings, composition, and gear techniques.
- [Newborn Photography: The Complete Guide to Photographing Babies](https://photographyicon.com/newborn-photography/) - Learn newborn photography from camera settings and lighting to safe posing techniques. Covers studio and lifestyle approaches for photographing babies in their first weeks.
- [Underwater Photography: The Complete Guide](https://photographyicon.com/underwater-photography/) - Get started with underwater photography. Learn about housings, camera settings, lighting, composition, and safety tips for shooting beneath the waves.
- [Portrait Lighting: Five Classic Patterns Every Photographer Should Know](https://photographyicon.com/portrait-lighting/) - Learn the five classic portrait lighting patterns: flat, loop, Rembrandt, split, and butterfly. Master natural and studio light for flattering, professional portraits.
- [Headshot Photography: How to Take Professional Headshots](https://photographyicon.com/headshot-photography/) - Learn headshot photography with tips on lighting setups, camera settings, posing direction, backgrounds, and retouching for corporate, actor, and personal brand headshots.
- [Photo Editing for Beginners: A Step-by-Step Guide](https://photographyicon.com/photo-editing-for-beginners/) - Learn photo editing fundamentals including exposure, contrast, white balance, cropping, retouching, and export settings. A complete beginner guide to improving your photographs.
- [Color Grading in Photography: Setting the Mood](https://photographyicon.com/color-grading-photography/) - Master color grading techniques for photography. Learn split toning, complementary schemes, Lightroom and Photoshop methods, and how to build a consistent style.
- [Still Life Photography: Composition, Lighting and Setup](https://photographyicon.com/still-life-photography/) - Master still life photography with techniques for composition, lighting setups, background selection, styling, and post-processing. Create compelling object photos.
- [Documentary Photography: Telling Stories with Images](https://photographyicon.com/documentary-photography/) - Learn documentary photography techniques for telling compelling visual stories. Covers observation, narrative structure, ethical considerations, and building long-term projects.
- [Architectural Photography: Buildings, Interiors, and Design](https://photographyicon.com/architectural-photography/) - Master architectural photography with this guide to exterior and interior shooting, perspective control, lighting, composition, and post-processing for buildings and spaces.
- [Camera Buying Guide: How to Choose the Right Camera for You](https://photographyicon.com/camera-buying-guide/) - Buying a camera should not feel like choosing between 47 nearly identical options while the internet screams conflicting advice. Yet that is exactly the experience most people have. Review sites rank cameras by specifications that sound important but rarely affect real photographs. Forum posts insist that one brand is superior while another is garbage. And
- [Understanding Lens Specifications: What the Numbers Mean](https://photographyicon.com/understanding-lens-specifications/) - Every lens you will ever consider buying is described by a set of numbers and abbreviations that can feel like a secret code. A lens might be labeled “24-70mm f/2.8 IF ED VR” and manufacturers expect you to understand what all of those terms mean. Most photographers buy lenses without fully understanding these specifications, which
- [What Lens to Buy First: A Decision Framework for New Photographers](https://photographyicon.com/what-lens-to-buy-first/) - Your first extra lens is the most important gear decision you will make as a growing photographer. Choose well and it will transform your images overnight. Choose poorly and you will have an expensive piece of glass that sits in your bag while you keep reaching for the kit zoom. The internet is full of
- [35mm vs 50mm vs 85mm: Choosing Your Ideal Prime Lens](https://photographyicon.com/35mm-vs-50mm-vs-85mm/) - The 35mm, 50mm, and 85mm prime lenses are the three most popular focal lengths in photography. Each one sees the world differently, and the one you choose will shape the style and feel of every image you take. Yet many photographers agonize over this decision, reading reviews and watching comparison videos without arriving at a
- [The 50mm Lens Guide: Why Every Photographer Needs a Nifty Fifty](https://photographyicon.com/50mm-lens-guide/) - If you could only own one lens for the rest of your life, the 50mm would be a strong contender. Often called the “nifty fifty,” this focal length has been a staple of photography since the earliest days of 35mm film. There is a reason it ships as the standard lens with so many camera
- [Camera Settings: Shutter Speed](https://photographyicon.com/shutterspeed/) - Learn how shutter speed works and how it affects your photos. Master fast and slow shutter speeds to freeze action or create motion blur.
- [How To Take Silhouette Photos](https://photographyicon.com/silhouette/) - How silhouette photography really works: backlighting, exposure tricks, pose direction, and composition rules that turn a backlit subject into a clean silhouette.
- [Prime Lens](https://photographyicon.com/prime-lens/) - Learn what a prime lens is, how it differs from a zoom lens, and why photographers value prime lenses for their sharpness, wide apertures, and compact size.
- [Red-Eye](https://photographyicon.com/red-eye/) - Understand what causes red-eye in flash photography and learn simple techniques to prevent and fix it, including camera settings and post-processing methods.
- [Selective Focus](https://photographyicon.com/selective-focus/) - Selective focus involves focusing on a specific subject or area within the frame while leaving the remainder out of focus. This technique is used to draw attention to the subject and is achieved by using a wide aperture to create a shallow depth of field. This is especially popular in macro photography, portraits, and whenever
- [Spot Metering](https://photographyicon.com/spot-metering/) - Spot Metering Spot metering is a feature that measures the light intensity in a small, specific area of the frame. This is particularly useful in high-contrast situations or when a photographer wishes to expose for a particular part of the scene, such as a subject’s face against a bright sky. This metering mode offers precise
- [Time-lapse](https://photographyicon.com/time-lapse/) - Master time-lapse photography with techniques for interval settings, exposure management, and assembling smooth sequences.
- [Vignetting](https://photographyicon.com/vignetting/) - Learn about vignetting in photography — what causes dark corners in your photos, the different types, and how to correct or use it creatively.
- [Rolling Shutter in Photography: Causes and How to Fix It](https://photographyicon.com/rolling-shutter/) - Rolling shutter is a common effect in digital photography and videography, where fast-moving subjects or quick camera movements cause image distortion. This phenomenon occurs because of the way certain cameras capture images, particularly those using CMOS sensors. While rolling shutter is generally unintended, understanding it can help you minimize its impact or even use it
- [Mastering Image Stitching in Photography: A Complete Guide](https://photographyicon.com/stitching/) - Image stitching in photography is a technique that combines multiple photos to create a single, larger image. Commonly used in panoramic and landscape photography, stitching allows photographers to capture scenes with a wider field of view or higher resolution than a single shot could achieve. Whether you’re looking to create sweeping landscapes, detailed cityscapes, or
- [Understanding “Stopping Down”: What It Is and How to Use It](https://photographyicon.com/stop-down/) - “Stopping down” in photography refers to the process of narrowing a camera lens’s aperture, effectively decreasing the amount of light that enters the lens. By stopping down, photographers control exposure and depth of field, allowing for greater sharpness and detail in their images. While it may sound technical, understanding how to stop down and when
- [What Is Zoom Creep and How Can You Prevent It?](https://photographyicon.com/what-is-zoom-creep-in-photography-and-how-can-you-prevent-it/) - Zoom creep is a common issue photographers encounter when using zoom lenses. It occurs when the lens barrel extends or retracts on its own due to gravity or movement, especially when the camera is angled up or down. This can be frustrating, as it may change your framing or composition without you realizing it. While
- [Zoom Lens: Versatility in a Single Lens](https://photographyicon.com/zoom-lens/) - Learn about zoom lenses: how they work, their advantages over primes, and which focal lengths suit different types of photography.
- [Shutter Lag: Understanding Camera Response Time](https://photographyicon.com/shutter-lag/) - Shutter lag is the delay between pressing the shutter button and the camera actually capturing the image. Every camera has some amount of shutter lag, though it varies dramatically between camera types and models. Understanding and minimizing shutter lag is critical for action photography, candid moments, and any situation where timing matters. What Causes Shutter
- [Rolling Readout: Sequential Sensor Row Scanning](https://photographyicon.com/rolling-readout/) - Rolling readout is a sensor scanning method where image data is captured and read sequentially, one row of pixels at a time, rather than capturing the entire frame simultaneously. This row-by-row scanning process means that different parts of the image are recorded at slightly different moments in time, which can lead to distinctive visual distortions
- [TIFF](https://photographyicon.com/tiff/) - TIFF (Tagged Image File Format) is a high-quality lossless image format widely used in professional photography, printing, and archival work. Unlike JPEG, which discards data to reduce file size, TIFF preserves every pixel of information captured by your camera. What Makes TIFF Special TIFF files store images without compression loss, making them ideal when quality
- [Preset: Speed Up Your Photo Editing Workflow](https://photographyicon.com/preset/) - A preset is a saved collection of editing settings that can be applied to multiple photos with one click. Presets streamline workflows, ensure consistency across images, and serve as starting points for further refinement. How Presets Work When you develop a look you like in Lightroom or another editor, you can save those exact adjustments
- [Sharpening: Enhance Edge Definition and Clarity](https://photographyicon.com/sharpening/) - Sharpening enhances the appearance of edge definition and detail in digital images by increasing contrast along edges. While it cannot fix out-of-focus images, proper sharpening makes in-focus photos appear crisp and detailed, especially important after RAW processing and for print preparation. How Sharpening Works Sharpening algorithms detect edges in your image and increase contrast on
- [Proofing: Preview Your Images Across Devices](https://photographyicon.com/proofing/) - Proofing is the process of previewing how your images will look on different output devices or media before final delivery. This critical step helps identify color shifts, exposure issues, and other problems that might not be visible on your calibrated editing monitor but will appear in the final output. Why Proofing Matters Your editing monitor
- [Shutter Count](https://photographyicon.com/shutter-count/) - Shutter count (also called shutter actuations or shutter clicks) is the total number of times the camera's mechanical shutter has fired. Like a car's odometer tracking mileage, shutter count indicates how much wear the camera has experienced and helps estimate its remaining lifespan. Why Shutter Count Matters Mechanical shutters have moving parts that wear out
- [Viewfinder (Optical vs Electronic)](https://photographyicon.com/viewfinder-optical-vs-electronic/) - The viewfinder is how you frame and compose your shots. Optical viewfinders (OVF) use mirrors and prisms to show the actual scene through the lens, while electronic viewfinders (EVF) display a digital feed from the camera’s sensor. Understanding the trade-offs between these technologies helps you choose the right tool for your photography style. Optical Viewfinders
- [Softbox](https://photographyicon.com/softbox/) - Learn what softboxes do, how they shape light for portraits and products, and how to choose the right size, shape, and type for your photography.
- [Symmetry in Photography](https://photographyicon.com/symmetry/) - Symmetry in photography occurs when elements mirror each other across a central axis, whether vertical, horizontal, or diagonal. This creates formal, balanced compositions that feel stable, ordered, and often timeless. Symmetry is one of the oldest compositional strategies, deeply rooted in classical art, architecture, and the human perception of beauty. Understanding how to find, create,
- [Visual Weight in Photography](https://photographyicon.com/visual-weight/) - Visual weight is the perceived heaviness or importance of an element within a photograph. Some elements naturally draw the eye more than others, appearing to “weigh more” in the composition even though they occupy the same physical space. Understanding visual weight allows you to create balanced, intentional compositions where the viewer’s eye moves through the
- [Scale in Photography](https://photographyicon.com/scale/) - Scale in photography refers to the relative size relationships between elements within an image. Scale helps viewers understand how large or small subjects are, creates dramatic contrasts, and establishes emotional connections through size comparisons. Without recognizable scale references, viewers can’t judge size—a mountain might look like a pebble, a miniature model might read as life-sized.
- [Reflective Metering](https://photographyicon.com/reflective-metering/) - Understand reflective metering in photography — how your camera measures light bouncing off subjects and when to use exposure compensation.
- [Sweet Spot (Lens)](https://photographyicon.com/sweet-spot-lens/) - Every lens you own has a sweet spot, an aperture range where it delivers its best optical performance. Sharpness peaks, contrast is at its highest, and optical flaws like chromatic aberration and vignetting are minimized. Finding your lens's sweet spot and knowing when to use it (and when to ignore it) is a practical skill
- [Image Stabilization: How IS and IBIS Keep Your Photos Sharp](https://photographyicon.com/image-stabilization/) - Understand how image stabilization works in cameras and lenses. Learn when IS and IBIS help most, when to turn them off, and how they fit the exposure triangle.
- [Print / Printing](https://photographyicon.com/print/) - A print is the physical output of a photograph, the moment a digital file or a film negative becomes a tangible object that can be held, hung, signed, or given away. Modern photographic prints fall into three broad families: inkjet (also called pigment or giclee), silver halide (the chemical process used in C-prints from labs
- [Quality of Light](https://photographyicon.com/quality-of-light/) - Quality of light describes the character of light independent of its quantity. Where exposure variables (ISO, aperture, shutter speed) measure how much light reaches the sensor, quality of light describes what kind of light it is: hard or soft, warm or cool, directional or diffuse, specular or scattered, dappled or even. Many working photographers consider
- [Reciprocal Rule](https://photographyicon.com/reciprocal-rule/) - The reciprocal rule, also known as the hand-holding rule or the 1/focal length rule, is a long-standing guideline for choosing the slowest shutter speed at which a photographer can hand-hold a camera and still get a sharp image. The rule states that shutter speed should equal 1 divided by the focal length (or faster). At
- [Reciprocity / Reciprocity Failure](https://photographyicon.com/reciprocity/) - Reciprocity in photographic exposure is the principle that exposure depends on the product of light intensity and time. Doubling the light or doubling the exposure time produces the same recorded brightness on the sensor or film. This relationship underpins the entire exposure triangle: equivalent exposures across different aperture and shutter speed combinations rely on reciprocity
- [Reflection](https://photographyicon.com/reflection/) - Reflection is light bouncing off a surface back toward the camera. Every visible thing in a photograph is recorded via reflected light (nothing else reaches the sensor unless the subject emits its own light), so in the broadest sense every photograph is a record of reflection. In a narrower photographic usage, reflection refers to the
- [Speedlight / Speedlite](https://photographyicon.com/speedlight/) - A speedlight is a small, battery-powered electronic flash designed to mount on a camera's hot shoe or fire remotely via a wireless trigger. Speedlight is the generic industry term; Speedlite is Canon's specific branding, and Nikon calls its equivalents Speedlights, while Godox, Profoto, and other manufacturers use their own naming. These small flashes are the
- [Stop](https://photographyicon.com/stop/) - A stop is the fundamental unit of exposure in photography, representing a doubling or halving of the light reaching the sensor. One stop brighter means twice as much light; one stop darker means half. The term comes from the metal slides with apertures of fixed size, called stops, that were dropped into early lens barrels
- [T-Stop](https://photographyicon.com/t-stop/) - A T-stop is a measurement of the actual amount of light a lens transmits, accounting for absorption and internal reflection losses across all glass elements and coatings. The T number is a corrected, measured value derived from photometric testing, whereas the geometric f-stop is calculated purely from focal length divided by aperture diameter. A lens
- [Telephoto Lens](https://photographyicon.com/telephoto-lens/) - A telephoto lens is any lens with a focal length longer than the standard 50mm field of view on a full-frame sensor, providing a narrower angle of view and greater apparent magnification. The category covers a wide range: short telephotos from 70mm to 135mm are the favored tools for portraiture and event coverage, while long
- [Three-Point Lighting](https://photographyicon.com/three-point-lighting/) - Three-point lighting is the foundational lighting setup that uses three distinct sources, a key light, a fill light, and a rim or back light, to render a subject with shape, controlled shadow, and separation from the background. The arrangement originated in early Hollywood cinema, where studio directors of photography needed a reliable, repeatable formula to
- [Tilt-Shift Lens](https://photographyicon.com/tilt-shift-lens/) - A tilt-shift lens is a specialty lens whose optical group can be tilted and shifted relative to the sensor plane, providing optical movements similar to those of a view camera. Tilting rotates the lens around an axis perpendicular to the optical axis, changing the plane of focus. Shifting translates the lens parallel to the sensor,
- [Tone Curve](https://photographyicon.com/tone-curve/) - The tone curve is an editing tool that maps every input brightness value to an output brightness value via an adjustable curve plotted on a square graph. The horizontal axis represents the original tonal values from black on the left to white on the right; the vertical axis represents the values after the curve is
- [Tone Mapping](https://photographyicon.com/tone-mapping/) - Tone mapping is the process of compressing the wide dynamic range of an HDR source into the narrower range a display or print can actually show, while preserving as much perceptual realism as possible. A scene captured across multiple bracketed exposures or in a single high-bit-depth raw might span 14 to 20 stops, but the
- [Ultra-Wide Lens](https://photographyicon.com/ultra-wide-lens/) - An ultra-wide lens is any lens significantly wider than the standard wide-angle range, typically with a focal length under 24mm on a full-frame sensor. Common ultra-wides include 20mm, 16mm, and 14mm primes and zooms such as the 16-35mm, 14-24mm, and 12-24mm. Below roughly 14mm, lenses cross into the territory of rectilinear ultra-wides and fisheyes, the
- [Underexposure](https://photographyicon.com/underexposure/) - Underexposure occurs when an image receives too little light, leaving shadow detail crushed to black, midtones unnaturally dark, and the histogram bunched against the left edge. Underexposure can be a technical error, the result of insufficient aperture, too short a shutter speed, too low an ISO, or a meter fooled by bright surroundings, or it
- [UV Filter](https://photographyicon.com/uv-filter/) - A UV filter is a clear screw-on filter originally designed to block ultraviolet light, which on color film could cause a bluish haze, particularly at high altitude or over water. UV blocking was genuinely useful in the film era because emulsions were sensitive to UV in ways that color rendition could not easily compensate for.
- [Variable ND](https://photographyicon.com/variable-nd/) - A variable ND filter is a neutral density filter constructed from two stacked linear polarizers, the rear element fixed and the front element rotatable. As the front polarizer turns relative to the rear, the amount of light passing through decreases continuously, providing a smooth range of density without the need to swap filters. A typical
- [View Camera](https://photographyicon.com/view-camera/) - A view camera is a large-format camera consisting of a lens mounted on a movable front standard, a film holder on a movable rear standard, and a flexible bellows connecting the two. The design provides extensive front and rear movements, including rise, fall, shift, tilt, and swing, which give the photographer optical control unmatched by
- [Window Light](https://photographyicon.com/window-light/) - Window light is natural daylight passing through a window into an interior space, typically diffused by the glass, by sheer curtains, or by overcast skies outside. It has been the default soft key light for indoor portraits across photographic history, from Vermeer's painted interiors to Steichen's studio work to a million wedding-day getting-ready photographs. The
- [X-Sync](https://photographyicon.com/x-sync/) - X-sync is the maximum shutter speed at which a focal plane shutter is fully open across the entire frame at one time, allowing a flash to expose the whole sensor uniformly. Below the x-sync speed, both shutter curtains uncover the sensor completely with a brief interval before the second curtain begins to close. Above the
- [Rangefinder](https://photographyicon.com/rangefinder/) - A rangefinder focuses by aligning two images of the subject through a triangulation system. Learn how rangefinder cameras work and why photographers love them.
- [Rule of Space](https://photographyicon.com/rule-of-space/) - The rule of space says to leave room in the direction a subject moves or looks. Learn how active space, lead room, and nose room create balance and motion.
- [Sunny 16 Rule](https://photographyicon.com/sunny-16-rule/) - The Sunny 16 rule sets a correct daylight exposure without a meter: at f/16, use a shutter speed of one over the ISO. Learn the rule and its weather adjustments.
- [Wide Open](https://photographyicon.com/wide-open/) - Shooting wide open means using a lens at its maximum aperture for maximum light and the shallowest depth of field. Learn the benefits and trade-offs.
- [Shallow Depth of Field](https://photographyicon.com/shallow-depth-of-field/) - Shallow depth of field keeps a thin slice in focus and blurs the rest, isolating the subject. Learn the four factors that control it and how to use it well.
- [Everything You Need To Know About Lenses](https://photographyicon.com/lens/) - Everything you need to know about camera lenses. Compare wide-angle, telephoto, prime, and zoom lenses to find the right one for you.
- [Understanding ISO: Adjusting Camera Sensitivity to Light](https://photographyicon.com/iso/) - Learn what ISO means in photography and how it affects image brightness and noise. Master ISO settings for any lighting condition.
- [What Is Lens Flare?](https://photographyicon.com/lens/lens-flare/) - Learn what causes lens flare and how to use it creatively or prevent it. Tips on shooting into the sun and managing unwanted light artifacts.
- [How To Shoot Long Exposure Light Trails](https://photographyicon.com/long-exposure/light-trails/) - Free video tutorial about learning how to shoot long exposure light trails.
- [Capture the Perfect Sunset: Golden Hour Photography Tips](https://photographyicon.com/golden-hour/) - Capture stunning golden hour photos with 7 proven techniques. Learn camera settings, composition tips, and timing for warm, magical light.
- [Focus Peaking](https://photographyicon.com/focus-peaking/) - Focus peaking is a real-time visual aid that highlights the areas of sharpest focus in your image with a colored overlay. Available on most modern mirrorless cameras and many DSLRs in live view mode, it is designed to help you nail precise manual focus without relying solely on your eyes to judge sharpness on a
- [Light Meter](https://photographyicon.com/light-meter/) - A light meter is a device that measures the intensity of light in a scene and provides exposure settings to achieve a correct exposure. Every digital camera has a built-in light meter that continuously reads light levels and informs the camera’s automatic and semi-automatic exposure modes. External handheld light meters are also used by photographers
- [Long Exposure Noise Reduction (LENR) in Photography](https://photographyicon.com/lenr/) - Long Exposure Noise Reduction, commonly abbreviated as LENR, is a camera setting designed to reduce digital noise during long exposure shots. This feature is especially useful in low-light or nighttime photography, where extended shutter speeds are used. By using LENR, photographers can achieve cleaner, clearer images in situations where noise may otherwise interfere with image
- [Understanding Parallax in Photography and How to Use It](https://photographyicon.com/parallax/) - Parallax is a term in photography that refers to the shift in perspective that occurs when you view a subject from different angles or move the camera. For photographers, understanding parallax is essential, particularly in fields like panorama creation, architectural photography, and macro photography. This effect, while subtle, can impact composition and cause alignment issues
- [Understanding Perspective Distortion in Photography](https://photographyicon.com/perspective-distortion/) - Perspective distortion is an effect that occurs when photographing a subject at different angles or distances. In photography, it can make objects appear larger, smaller, closer, or farther away than they actually are. While sometimes seen as a flaw, perspective distortion can be creatively used to achieve unique, dynamic images. In this guide, we’ll cover
- [Metering in Photography: How Your Camera Measures Light](https://photographyicon.com/metering/) - How camera metering works, what each mode actually measures, when to use matrix, center-weighted, spot, and partial, and how to fix the meter when it gets fooled.
- [Hot Shoe: Your Camera's Accessory Mount](https://photographyicon.com/hot-shoe/) - Learn what a hot shoe is in photography, how it connects flashes and accessories to your camera, and why it matters for off-camera lighting.
- [Light Painting: Creating Art with Long Exposures](https://photographyicon.com/light-painting/) - Light painting photography combines long exposures with handheld lights to create stunning images. Learn techniques, gear, settings, and creative ideas.
- [Focus Pulling: Deliberate Focus Shift During Exposure](https://photographyicon.com/focus-pulling/) - Focus pulling is the deliberate shifting of focus from one subject to another while the shutter is open or while the camera is rolling. In cinema it is a precise craft: a focus puller (also called a 1st AC) rides the focus ring of the lens during a shot, moving the plane of focus from
- [HEIF / HEIC](https://photographyicon.com/heif-heic/) - HEIF (High Efficiency Image Format) and HEIC (High Efficiency Image Container) represent Apple’s modern approach to image storage. Introduced with iOS 11, these formats deliver JPEG-quality images at roughly half the file size through advanced compression algorithms. The Efficiency Advantage HEIF leverages the same H.265 video compression technology used in 4K video, applying it to
- [Non-Destructive Editing: Preserve Your Original Photos](https://photographyicon.com/non-destructive-editing/) - Every edit you make to a photograph is a decision. Some decisions you will love forever. Others will look terrible six months later when your taste evolves. Non-destructive editing is a workflow philosophy that lets you change your mind about any edit, at any time, without ever damaging the original image. Once you understand how
- [LUT (Lookup Table): Professional Color Grading Tool](https://photographyicon.com/lut/) - A LUT (Lookup Table) is a mathematical formula that transforms one set of colors into another, providing precise color grading and ensuring consistency across images or video. Originally from cinema and video production, LUTs have become popular in photography for creating specific looks and moods. How LUTs Work A LUT is essentially a mapping file
- [Noise](https://photographyicon.com/noise/) - Understand digital noise in photography: what causes it, how to reduce it in-camera, and the best noise reduction techniques in post-processing.
- [Gamma](https://photographyicon.com/gamma/) - Gamma controls the mathematical relationship between encoded pixel values and displayed brightness, particularly in the midtones. While contrast affects the spread between shadows and highlights, gamma specifically redistributes middle gray tones without dramatically altering the darkest shadows or brightest highlights. The Gamma Curve A gamma value of 1.0 represents a linear relationship: if you double
- [Luminance Noise](https://photographyicon.com/luminance-noise/) - Luminance noise appears as random brightness variation across an image, creating a grainy texture similar to high-speed film. Unlike color noise which manifests as colored speckles, luminance noise consists of subtle lightness and darkness variations in pixels that should otherwise be uniform in tone. The Character of Luminance Noise Of the two primary types of
- [Mechanical Shutter](https://photographyicon.com/mechanical-shutter/) - Learn how mechanical shutters work in cameras, their advantages over electronic shutters, and when each shutter type performs best.
- [Global Shutter](https://photographyicon.com/global-shutter/) - A global shutter exposes all pixels on the sensor simultaneously, rather than scanning line by line. This technology eliminates the rolling shutter distortion that plagues traditional electronic shutters, combining the silence and durability of electronic shutters with the distortion-free capture of mechanical shutters. How Global Shutters Work Unlike rolling shutters that read sensor data sequentially,
- [IBIS (In-Body Image Stabilization)](https://photographyicon.com/ibis/) - Learn about In-Body Image Stabilization (IBIS) and how it helps you shoot sharp handheld photos at slow shutter speeds. Compare IBIS vs OIS.
- [Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)](https://photographyicon.com/optical-image-stabilization-ois/) - Understand Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) in camera lenses. Learn how it reduces camera shake for sharper handheld photos and video.
- [Phase Detection Autofocus - Fast, Accurate AF Technology](https://photographyicon.com/phase-detection-autofocus/) - Phase Detection Autofocus uses dedicated sensors to analyze light phase differences, determining whether an image is in front-focus or back-focus and instantly calculating the correction needed. Unlike contrast detection, which hunts for maximum sharpness, phase detection knows exactly where to move the focus and jumps directly to the correct position. How Phase Detection Works Phase
- [Focus Throw: Distance from Minimum Focus to Infinity](https://photographyicon.com/focus-throw/) - Focus Throw is the physical distance (measured in degrees of rotation) that a lens’s focus ring must turn to move from the minimum focusing distance (MFD) to infinity. A lens with long focus throw rotates 180° or more from close to infinity, offering precise control for manual focusing. A lens with short focus throw may
- [Focus Modes (AF-S / One Shot) - Single-Shot Autofocus](https://photographyicon.com/focus-modes-af-s-one-shot/) - AF-S (Nikon, Sony) or One-Shot AF (Canon) is a single-shot autofocus mode that locks focus when you half-press the shutter button, then stops adjusting. This mode is ideal for stationary subjects where you want to focus once, recompose, and shoot—ensuring the subject remains sharp even if you shift the frame after focusing. How AF-S /
- [Guide Number](https://photographyicon.com/guide-number/) - Guide Number (GN) is a numerical rating system that indicates the power output of a camera flash unit. It provides a standardized way to measure and compare flash power across different flash units, helping photographers determine the correct exposure settings when using flash photography. The Guide Number represents the relationship between aperture, flash-to-subject distance, and
- [High-Speed Sync (HSS)](https://photographyicon.com/high-speed-sync/) - High-Speed Sync (HSS), also known as Auto FP (Focal Plane) sync, is a flash technology that allows photographers to use flash at shutter speeds faster than their camera’s maximum flash sync speed. This capability opens up creative possibilities for using flash with wide apertures in bright conditions, particularly valuable for outdoor portrait photography. In traditional
- [Light Modifier](https://photographyicon.com/light-modifier/) - A light modifier is any device or material used to alter the quality, direction, color, or intensity of light from a source—whether flash, strobe, or continuous lighting. Light modifiers are essential tools that transform harsh, direct light into precisely controlled illumination tailored to creative needs, allowing photographers to shape light rather than simply accepting it
- [Incident Light Meter](https://photographyicon.com/incident-light-meter/) - Understand incident light meters — how they differ from reflective meters, when to use them, and why they deliver more accurate exposures.
- [Panning Photography: How to Show Motion with Blur](https://photographyicon.com/panning-photography/) - Master panning photography to capture sharp subjects against motion-blurred backgrounds. Learn shutter speeds, technique, and tips for cars, cyclists, and runners.
- [Pinhole Photography: Making Images Without a Lens](https://photographyicon.com/pinhole-photography/) - Learn pinhole photography from building your own camera to capturing dreamlike images. No lens required.
- [Gel](https://photographyicon.com/gel/) - A gel is a thin, colored, translucent sheet placed over a light source to tint its output. The name comes from the original gelatin-based dyes used in theater lighting; modern gels are polycarbonate or polyester films that resist heat and fading. They are sold in standardized sheets (Rosco and Lee being the dominant brands) and
- [Gray Card](https://photographyicon.com/gray-card/) - A gray card is a neutral 18% reflectance reference card used to set custom white balance and verify exposure. The 18% figure represents the average reflectance of a typical scene, the calibration point that camera meters are designed to render as middle gray in a JPEG. Photographing the card under the same light that falls
- [Hand-Holding Rule (1/Focal Length Rule)](https://photographyicon.com/hand-holding-rule/) - The hand-holding rule, also called the 1/focal length rule, is the traditional guideline that a sharp handheld shot requires a shutter speed equal to or faster than 1 divided by the lens focal length. A 100mm lens on a full-frame body should be shot at 1/100 second or faster; a 50mm at 1/50; a 400mm
- [Hyperlapse](https://photographyicon.com/hyperlapse/) - A hyperlapse is a time-lapse sequence in which the camera moves between frames, usually over significant distances, producing an accelerated moving-camera shot rather than a fixed view of changing time. Where a conventional time-lapse compresses time from a single position, a hyperlapse compresses both time and space, sliding the viewer through an environment at unnatural
- [Image Circle](https://photographyicon.com/image-circle/) - The image circle is the circular projection of light that a lens casts onto the film plane or sensor. Every optical design forms a round image because the elements themselves are round; the rectangular crop seen in the final photograph is just the portion the sensor records. The image circle must be at least as
- [Inverse Square Law](https://photographyicon.com/inverse-square-law/) - The inverse square law states that the intensity of light from a point source falls off with the square of the distance. Double the distance and the light reaching the subject is one quarter as intense, equivalent to a loss of two stops. Triple the distance and the loss is nearly four stops. The relationship
- [ISO Invariance](https://photographyicon.com/iso-invariance/) - ISO invariance is a sensor property describing how raising ISO in the camera produces essentially the same final image as raising the exposure of a lower-ISO raw file in post. On a fully ISO-invariant sensor, an image shot at ISO 1600 looks identical to an image shot at ISO 100 and pushed four stops in
- [Kelvin](https://photographyicon.com/kelvin/) - Kelvin is the SI unit of absolute temperature, used in photography to describe the color temperature of a light source. The scale is named after William Thomson, 1st Baron Kelvin, the 19th-century physicist who proposed an absolute thermodynamic scale starting at zero (the theoretical absence of all thermal motion). One Kelvin is the same size
- [Key Light](https://photographyicon.com/key-light/) - The key light is the dominant light source in a scene, defining the direction, quality, and color of illumination on the subject. Every lighting setup, from a single speedlight in a hotel room to a feature-film unit on a soundstage, begins with the key. Every other light (fill, rim, hair, kicker, background) is positioned relative
- [Kit Lens](https://photographyicon.com/kit-lens/) - A kit lens is the lens bundled with a camera body at the time of purchase, typically a variable-aperture zoom like an 18-55mm on APS-C bodies or a 24-105mm on full-frame bodies. The kit-lens combo is engineered to hit a price point and to cover the most common focal range a beginner is likely to
- [Lens Element](https://photographyicon.com/lens-element/) - A lens element is a single piece of optical glass inside a lens, ground and polished to a precise curve and surface quality. Modern photographic lenses contain anywhere from six to twenty-five elements, each correcting for a specific aberration or contributing a particular optical function. The spec line that reads "15 elements in 11 groups"
- [Lens Hood](https://photographyicon.com/lens-hood/) - A lens hood is a baffle attached to the front of a lens that blocks stray light from striking the front element, reducing lens flare and veiling glare while improving contrast. It also serves as a physical bumper, taking the impact of an accidental brush against a doorframe or a wall and protecting the front
- [Lens Mount](https://photographyicon.com/lens-mount/) - A lens mount is the mechanical and electronic interface between a camera body and an interchangeable lens. It defines the flange focal distance (the gap between the mount surface and the sensor), the bayonet shape, the contact pin layout that carries power and data, and the diameter of the throat through which light passes. Together
- [Magnification Ratio](https://photographyicon.com/magnification-ratio/) - Magnification ratio expresses the relationship between the physical size of a subject in the real world and the size of its projected image on the camera sensor. A 1:1 ratio (also written as 1x or “life size”) means a 10 mm insect appears as a 10 mm image on the sensor. A 1:2 ratio means
- [Manual Focus](https://photographyicon.com/manual-focus/) - Manual focus is the act of setting focus by hand using the lens focus ring, rather than delegating the task to the camera’s autofocus system. It was the only option for nearly a century of photography and remains essential in any situation where autofocus is unreliable, undesirable, or simply not present. Cine lenses, macro lenses,
- [Mirror Lockup](https://photographyicon.com/mirror-lockup/) - Mirror lockup (often abbreviated MLU) is a DSLR feature that flips the reflex mirror up in a separate, earlier action than the shutter release, allowing internal vibrations from the mirror movement to damp out before the actual exposure begins. A first press of the shutter raises the mirror; a second press, or a self-timer countdown,
- [Mirrorless Camera](https://photographyicon.com/mirrorless-camera/) - A mirrorless camera is an interchangeable lens camera that omits the reflex mirror and pentaprism found in DSLRs. Light passes directly from the lens to the imaging sensor at all times, and the sensor feeds a live signal to an electronic viewfinder and rear LCD continuously. Composition, focus, metering, and exposure are all performed off
- [Modeling Light](https://photographyicon.com/modeling-light/) - A modeling light is a continuous bulb or LED built into a studio strobe, used to preview lighting before the flash fires. The brief flash duration of a strobe (often 1/1000 second or shorter) is invisible to the eye, so without a modeling light the photographer cannot see how the modifier shapes light, where shadows
- [Monochrome](https://photographyicon.com/monochrome/) - Monochrome describes an image rendered in tones of a single color, most commonly the neutral grayscale of black and white photography. The term covers traditional silver-halide black and white prints, digital files converted to grayscale, toned images (sepia, selenium, cyanotype), and the output of dedicated monochrome sensors. By stripping color information away, monochrome forces the
- [Monopod](https://photographyicon.com/monopod/) - A monopod is a single-leg camera support that bridges the gap between handheld shooting and a full tripod. The photographer places the foot on the ground, leans the upper end into the camera or lens, and uses their own legs as the remaining two points of stability. The result is a roughly two- to three-stop
- [ND Filter (Neutral Density)](https://photographyicon.com/nd-filter/) - An ND filter (neutral density filter) is a piece of optical glass or resin placed in front of the lens that reduces the amount of light reaching the sensor without affecting color. Properly made ND filters are spectrally neutral across the visible range, so the only effect on the image is darker exposure. They give
- [Octabox](https://photographyicon.com/octabox/) - An octabox is an eight-sided softbox used as a light modifier on studio strobes and large speedlights. The octagonal shape produces a round catchlight in subjects' eyes that closely resembles the sun or an old-fashioned beauty dish, while delivering the soft, even falloff that defines softbox lighting. The combination has made the octabox a staple
- [Overexposure](https://photographyicon.com/overexposure/) - Overexposure is the condition in which an image receives too much light, pushing the brightest parts of the scene past the sensor’s recording capacity so that highlight detail is clipped to pure white. Once a photosite saturates, it can no longer differentiate between bright values; everything above the clipping point records identically. The resulting blown
- [Pixel](https://photographyicon.com/pixel/) - A pixel (a contraction of "picture element") is the smallest discrete unit of a digital image, a single colored point in a two-dimensional grid that, multiplied by millions of others, forms the full picture. Each pixel stores numerical values that encode color and brightness. In an 8-bit per channel RGB image, every pixel holds three
- [Pixel Pitch](https://photographyicon.com/pixel-pitch/) - Pixel pitch is the center-to-center distance between adjacent photosites on a camera sensor, measured in micrometers (um). It quantifies how densely the sensor is packed with light-collecting wells. A full-frame sensor with 24 megapixels has a pitch of roughly 5.9 um, while a 60-megapixel full-frame sensor packs the same physical area at about 3.76 um.
- [Foreground, Midground, and Background (Layering)](https://photographyicon.com/foreground-midground-background/) - Layering a photo into foreground, midground, and background creates a sense of depth on a flat image. Learn how to build depth with three planes.
- [Gimbal](https://photographyicon.com/gimbal/) - In photography a gimbal is either a motorized stabilizer for smooth handheld video or a tripod head that balances heavy telephoto lenses for wildlife and sports.
- [Noise Reduction](https://photographyicon.com/noise-reduction/) - Noise reduction smooths the grain and color speckle that appear at high ISO. Learn the difference between luminance and color noise reduction and AI denoising.
- [Pixel Peeping](https://photographyicon.com/pixel-peeping/) - Pixel peeping means zooming to 100% or more to scrutinize sharpness, noise, and detail. Learn when it is useful for testing and when it becomes an unproductive habit.
- [Normal Lens (50mm)](https://photographyicon.com/normal-lens/) - A normal lens has a focal length close to the sensor diagonal, giving a natural perspective similar to human vision. Learn why 50mm is the classic normal lens.
- [What Is Aperture In Photography?](https://photographyicon.com/aperture/) - Understand aperture in photography: how f-stops control depth of field and exposure. Learn which aperture settings to use with visual examples.
- [Photography Lesson: Basic Composition](https://photographyicon.com/composition/) - Master basic photography composition. Learn the rule of thirds, leading lines, symmetry, and framing to create visually compelling images.
- [What Is EXIF Data In Photography?](https://photographyicon.com/exif/) - A simple explanation of what EXIF data is and how you can make use of it.
- [Understanding F-Stops In Photography For Beginners](https://photographyicon.com/f-stop/) - Learn what f-stops are in photography, how they control aperture and exposure, and how to choose the right f-stop for sharp, well-exposed photos.
- [The Exposure Triangle Explained: Aperture, Shutter Speed and ISO](https://photographyicon.com/exposure-triangle/) - Learn how aperture, shutter speed, and ISO work together to control exposure and creative effects. Practical examples, cheat sheet, and beginner tips.
- [What Is A Crop Factor?](https://photographyicon.com/crop-factor/) - Understand crop factor and how sensor size affects focal length. Learn to calculate equivalent focal lengths for APS-C and Micro Four Thirds.
- [A Complete Guide to Dynamic Range in Photography](https://photographyicon.com/dynamic-range/) - Understand dynamic range in photography. Learn how your camera captures highlights and shadows, and techniques to maximize tonal range.
- [What Is Bokeh?](https://photographyicon.com/bokeh/) - Discover what bokeh is in photography and how to create beautiful background blur. Learn the best lens settings and techniques for smooth bokeh.
- [Bayer Filter](https://photographyicon.com/bayer-filter/) - A Bayer filter is the color filter array (CFA) placed directly over the photosites on a digital camera’s image sensor. Each photosite on the sensor is inherently monochromatic: it can measure the intensity of light but not its color. The Bayer filter solves this by covering each photosite with a tiny red, green, or blue
- [Exposure Compensation](https://photographyicon.com/exposure-compensation/) - Master exposure compensation in photography — learn when and how to override your camera's meter for perfectly exposed images every time.
- [Ambient Light](https://photographyicon.com/ambient-light/) - Learn how ambient light works in photography, how to measure and balance it with flash, and techniques for shooting in natural and mixed lighting conditions.
- [Artifact](https://photographyicon.com/artifact/) - Learn about image artifacts in photography — from JPEG compression blocks to moire patterns, chromatic aberration, and how to prevent them.
- [Autofocus Points](https://photographyicon.com/autofocus-points/) - Understand camera autofocus points: how they work, how to choose the right AF point, and techniques for sharp focus in portraits, sports, and street photography.
- [Blown Highlights](https://photographyicon.com/blown-highlights/) - Understand blown highlights in photography. Learn what causes overexposed white areas, how to detect them with your histogram, and techniques to prevent them.
- [Bounce Flash](https://photographyicon.com/bounce-flash/) - Learn the bounce flash technique for softer, more natural-looking light. Covers ceiling and wall bounce, surface selection, and exposure tips for indoor photography.
- [Catchlight](https://photographyicon.com/catchlight/) - Learn about catchlights in photography — what they are, why they matter for portraits, and how to create and position them for compelling eyes.
- [Circle of Confusion](https://photographyicon.com/circle-of-confusion/) - Learn what circle of confusion means in photography, how it defines depth of field, and why sensor size affects your sharpness and background blur.
- [Clipping](https://photographyicon.com/clipping/) - Understand highlight and shadow clipping in photography — what causes it, how to identify it, and techniques to preserve detail across the tonal range.
- [Color Depth](https://photographyicon.com/color-depth/) - Understand color depth (bit depth) in digital photography — how it affects image quality, editing flexibility, and why higher bit depth matters for post-processing.
- [Color Temperature](https://photographyicon.com/color-temperature/) - Learn about color temperature in photography, from warm tungsten to cool daylight. Understand the Kelvin scale, white balance, and creative color control.
- [AEB (Auto Exposure Bracketing)](https://photographyicon.com/aeb/) - Auto Exposure Bracketing, or AEB, is a camera feature that allows photographers to capture multiple images at different exposure levels. This technique is especially helpful in situations with challenging lighting conditions, where achieving the perfect exposure in a single shot is difficult. By taking multiple shots at varied exposure levels, you increase your chances of
- [Binning in Photography](https://photographyicon.com/binning/) - Binning is a process in digital photography that combines multiple pixels on a camera sensor into one “super pixel” to improve light sensitivity and reduce noise. While binning results in lower resolution, it enhances image quality in low light and improves overall image clarity in challenging conditions. This technique is widely used in astrophotography, where
- [Continuous Autofocus (AF-C) in Photography](https://photographyicon.com/af-c/) - Continuous Autofocus, often referred to as AF-C, is a focusing mode that allows your camera to maintain focus on a moving subject. Unlike single autofocus (AF-S), where the focus locks once you press the shutter halfway, AF-C continuously adjusts focus as long as the shutter button is partially pressed or the focus button is engaged.
- [Diffused Light](https://photographyicon.com/diffused-light/) - Diffused light is a soft, even type of lighting that reduces harsh shadows and minimizes contrast. This kind of light occurs when direct light is scattered or spread out, producing a gentle and flattering effect on the subject. Diffused light is often preferred by photographers for its ability to bring out details, enhance skin tones,
- [Eye Detection AF: Better Portraits with Auto Focus](https://photographyicon.com/eye-detection-af/) - Eye Detection AF, or Eye Detection Autofocus, is a game-changing feature in modern cameras that allows you to automatically focus on a subject’s eyes with precision. This technology has revolutionized portrait, event, and wildlife photography, making it easier to capture sharp, engaging images where the eyes are in perfect focus. Whether you’re shooting professional headshots
- [Understanding Focus Breathing in Photography](https://photographyicon.com/understanding-focus-breathing-in-photography-2/) - Learn what focus breathing is, why it occurs, and how to minimize its effects in photography and videography. Discover lens choices and shooting techniques to achieve more consistent framing and professional-looking results. Understanding Focus Breathing: What It Is and How to Manage It Focus breathing is a subtle yet impactful phenomenon that alters a lens’s
- [Focal Length: Understanding Your Lens's Field of View](https://photographyicon.com/focal-length/) - Understand focal length and how it affects your photos. Learn the difference between wide-angle, standard, and telephoto perspectives.
- [Computational Photography: How Your Camera Uses AI](https://photographyicon.com/computational-photography/) - Understand how computational photography works in modern cameras and smartphones. Learn about HDR stacking, night mode, portrait simulation, and more.
- [Exposure Blending: Combining Multiple Exposures](https://photographyicon.com/exposure-blending/) - Learn exposure blending techniques to combine multiple exposures for perfect dynamic range in landscapes and architecture. Covers manual blending and HDR alternatives.
- [Bitrate](https://photographyicon.com/bitrate/) - Bitrate measures how much data flows per unit of time, typically expressed in megabits per second (Mbps). While more commonly discussed in video contexts, bitrate concepts apply to still images too, particularly when considering compression quality and file sizes. Understanding Data Density In still photography, we typically think about total file size rather than bitrate
- [Export: Preparing Your Images for the World](https://photographyicon.com/export/) - Exporting is the process of converting your edited images from working files into final output formats optimized for specific uses—web sharing, printing, client delivery, or archiving. Proper export settings ensure your images look their best while maintaining appropriate file sizes and compatibility. Why Export Settings Matter Your Lightroom catalog or Photoshop PSD files contain all
- [Color Grading](https://photographyicon.com/color-grading/) - Color grading is the creative process of adjusting colors to establish mood, enhance aesthetic coherence, or guide viewer emotion. While color correction aims for neutral accuracy—making whites white and skin tones natural—color grading deliberately introduces stylistic color shifts for artistic effect. Color Grading vs. Color Correction The distinction matters: color correction is problem-solving, fixing issues
- [Banding](https://photographyicon.com/banding/) - Banding appears as visible stripes or steps in what should be smooth gradients—the sky transitioning from light to dark shows distinct horizontal bands rather than a seamless progression. This posterization effect results from insufficient bit depth to represent smooth tonal transitions, either in the original capture or introduced during post-processing. The Mathematics of Banding Digital
- [Color Noise](https://photographyicon.com/color-noise/) - Color noise manifests as random colored speckles—primarily red, green, and magenta pixels—scattered throughout an image, particularly in shadow areas and solid tones like skies. Unlike luminance noise which creates a grainy texture similar to film, color noise is almost universally considered objectionable and distracting. The Origins of Color Noise Digital sensors capture color using a
- [Buffer](https://photographyicon.com/buffer/) - The buffer is temporary high-speed memory inside your camera that temporarily stores images after capture and before they’re written to the memory card. Think of it as a staging area that allows the camera to keep shooting at maximum burst rate while slower permanent storage catches up. How the Buffer Works When you shoot in
- [Electronic Shutter](https://photographyicon.com/electronic-shutter/) - An electronic shutter exposes the sensor to light without any moving mechanical parts. Instead of physical curtains opening and closing, the camera’s sensor turns its pixels on and off electronically to control exposure time. This technology is increasingly common in mirrorless cameras and enables silent shooting and extremely fast shutter speeds. How Electronic Shutters Work
- [AF Tracking - Continuous Focus on Moving Subjects](https://photographyicon.com/af-tracking/) - AF Tracking (also called Continuous AF or AF-C/AI Servo) is an autofocus mode that continuously adjusts focus to follow a moving subject. Once you lock onto a subject, the camera predicts its motion and maintains sharp focus even as distance changes rapidly—essential for sports, wildlife, action photography, and video. How AF Tracking Works AF tracking
- [Contrast Detection Autofocus - Precision Through Analysis](https://photographyicon.com/contrast-detection-autofocus/) - Contrast detection autofocus is one of two fundamental autofocus technologies used in digital cameras. It works by analyzing the contrast of the image on the sensor itself, making it a software-driven approach to focus that differs fundamentally from phase detection autofocus. Understanding how contrast detection works, where it excels, and where it falls short helps
- [Focus Limiter - Restrict Focus Range for Speed](https://photographyicon.com/focus-limiter/) - A Focus Limiter is a physical switch or setting on a lens that restricts the focus range, preventing the lens from searching the entire distance from minimum focus to infinity. By limiting the range to a narrower band (e.g., 3m to infinity, or 0.5m to 3m), the focus limiter dramatically speeds up autofocus acquisition and
- [Flash Sync Speed](https://photographyicon.com/flash-sync-speed/) - Understand flash sync speed and why it matters. Learn about high-speed sync, curtain sync, and how to avoid black bars in flash photos.
- [Diffuser](https://photographyicon.com/diffuser/) - Learn how diffusers soften harsh light in photography. Discover types of diffusers and techniques for creating beautiful, even lighting.
- [Asymmetry in Photography](https://photographyicon.com/asymmetry/) - Asymmetry in photography describes compositions where visual weight is intentionally distributed unevenly across the frame, creating dynamic balance through thoughtful positioning rather than mirroring. While symmetry creates stability through identical distribution, asymmetry achieves equilibrium through carefully balanced inequality—and in doing so, creates movement, energy, and modernity. Why Asymmetry Works Asymmetrical compositions feel more natural than
- [Depth in Photography](https://photographyicon.com/depth/) - Depth in photography refers to the perception of three-dimensional space within a two-dimensional image. While photographs are flat, skilled photographers create the illusion of depth through compositional techniques, lighting, and lens choices. Strong depth makes images feel immersive and realistic, pulling viewers into the scene rather than leaving them observing from outside. Why Depth Matters
- [Distortion (Barrel / Pincushion)](https://photographyicon.com/distortion-barrel-pincushion/) - Distortion is an optical aberration where a lens fails to render straight lines as straight. The two most common types are barrel distortion (lines bow outward, image looks puffed in the middle) and pincushion distortion (lines curve inward, image looks pinched). Both come from the lens design and affect how accurately the lens renders shape.
- [Achromatic / Apochromatic (APO) Lens](https://photographyicon.com/apochromatic-lens/) - An apochromatic (APO) lens is an optical design that corrects chromatic aberration across three or more wavelengths of light, typically red, green, and blue. The simpler achromatic doublet, which has existed since the 18th century, corrects only two wavelengths (usually red and blue), leaving a residual green-magenta fringe known as secondary spectrum. APO designs bring
- [Backlighting](https://photographyicon.com/backlighting/) - Backlighting is a lighting arrangement where the dominant light source is positioned behind the subject, opposite the camera. The technique produces two distinct looks depending on how the photographer meters: expose for the bright background and the subject becomes a silhouette; expose for the subject and a glowing rim of light wraps the edges while
- [Beauty Dish](https://photographyicon.com/beauty-dish/) - A beauty dish is a shallow, parabolic light modifier, typically 16 to 22 inches in diameter, that produces a focused yet soft light with crisp shadow falloff. It is favored in fashion, beauty, and editorial portraiture because it sculpts the face: defining the cheekbones, jawline, and brow without flattening features the way a large softbox
- [C-Stand](https://photographyicon.com/c-stand/) - A C-stand, short for Century stand, is a heavy-duty support stand used in photo and film studios to hold lights, flags, reflectors, diffusion frames, backgrounds, and props. The defining feature is its sliding-leg base: the three legs telescope and rotate, allowing the stand to plant flat against walls, straddle other equipment, or position itself low
- [Chimping](https://photographyicon.com/chimping/) - Chimping is the practice of checking the back of the camera's LCD after every shot to review the image. The slang was coined in the late 1990s by Robert Deutsch, a USA Today photojournalist, originally as a mild insult: photographers leaning over their cameras and emitting "ooh, ooh, ooh" sounds at their LCDs were said
- [Color Cast](https://photographyicon.com/color-cast/) - A color cast is an unwanted, uniform tint across an image that shifts the overall color balance away from neutral. The most common cause is mismatched white balance: shooting under tungsten light with a daylight white balance setting produces a strong orange cast; shooting under cool LEDs with a daylight setting produces a magenta or
- [Color Theory](https://photographyicon.com/color-theory/) - Color theory is the body of principles describing how colors interact visually and how viewers respond to them. In photography it informs decisions about palette selection at capture, scene staging, wardrobe and prop choice, and post-processing direction during color grading. The core concepts come from painting and design: complementary pairs, analogous schemes, triadic groupings, warm-cool
- [Color Wheel](https://photographyicon.com/color-wheel/) - The color wheel is a circular diagram organizing hues by their spectral relationships, used as a reference tool in painting, design, photography, and video. Isaac Newton constructed the first known color wheel in 1666 after dispersing white light through a prism and noting that the spectrum’s ends (red and violet) could be joined into a
- [Dragging the Shutter](https://photographyicon.com/dragging-the-shutter/) - Dragging the shutter is a flash technique that combines a long shutter speed with a flash exposure, allowing the flash to freeze the subject while the open shutter records ambient light and motion in the background. The flash duration (typically 1/1000s to 1/10,000s depending on power) renders the subject sharp; the surrounding 1/15s, 1/8s, or
- [Dual Native ISO](https://photographyicon.com/dual-native-iso/) - Dual native ISO is a sensor design that incorporates two separate analog amplification paths, each optimized for a different ISO range. Below a threshold ISO, the lower-gain circuit delivers the best dynamic range and lowest noise; above that threshold, the camera switches to a higher-gain circuit that maintains the same noise performance at high ISOs
- [Evaluative / Matrix Metering](https://photographyicon.com/matrix-metering/) - Matrix metering (called evaluative metering by Canon, multi-pattern metering by Pentax, ESP metering by Olympus, and multi metering by Sony) is the default exposure metering mode on essentially every modern camera. The system divides the frame into zones, measures brightness across each zone independently, and then uses pattern-recognition algorithms to assign weighted importance based on
- [Extension Tube](https://photographyicon.com/extension-tube/) - An extension tube is a hollow spacer that mounts between the camera body and lens, increasing the distance from the lens’s rear element to the sensor and thereby decreasing the lens’s minimum focus distance and increasing its maximum magnification. The tube contains no optical elements (no glass), so it adds no aberrations or distortion of
- [Field of View (FOV)](https://photographyicon.com/field-of-view/) - Field of view (FOV) is the angular extent of a scene captured by a lens on a given sensor, expressed in degrees. It is the more accurate way to describe how wide or narrow an image is, since focal length alone (50mm, 85mm, 200mm) only tells the full story when paired with the sensor size
- [Fill Light](https://photographyicon.com/fill-light/) - A fill light is a secondary light source used to lighten the shadows created by the key (main) light, reducing the contrast between the lit and unlit sides of the subject. It does not provide the dominant modeling on the subject; it controls how much detail remains visible in the shadow areas. The fill light
- [Fisheye Lens](https://photographyicon.com/fisheye-lens/) - A fisheye lens is an ultra-wide optic, typically 8mm to 16mm on a full-frame body, that produces extreme barrel distortion and a field of view approaching or exceeding 180 degrees. Where a rectilinear wide-angle bends straight lines as little as possible, a fisheye embraces the curvature, mapping a hemispherical view onto a flat sensor. The
- [Focal Plane](https://photographyicon.com/focal-plane/) - The focal plane is the plane behind the lens at which the image forms sharply, coinciding with the surface of the sensor or film. For any given subject distance and lens, light converges to a single flat plane, and the sensor must sit exactly there to record a sharp image. The focal plane indicator on
- [Auto ISO](https://photographyicon.com/auto-iso/) - Auto ISO lets the camera set sensitivity automatically within limits you choose. Learn how to set a minimum shutter speed and a maximum ISO ceiling.
- [Demosaicing](https://photographyicon.com/demosaicing/) - Demosaicing reconstructs a full-color image from the single-color samples captured behind a sensor's color filter array. Learn how it works and why it matters.
- [DSLR (Digital Single-Lens Reflex)](https://photographyicon.com/dslr/) - A DSLR uses a reflex mirror and optical viewfinder to show the scene through the lens. Learn how DSLRs work and how they compare to mirrorless cameras.
- [Fast Lens vs Slow Lens (Fast Glass)](https://photographyicon.com/fast-lens/) - A fast lens has a wide maximum aperture that gathers more light; a slow lens has a narrow one. Learn what fast glass means and why it costs more.
- [APS-C](https://photographyicon.com/aps-c/) - APS-C is the most common crop sensor size, smaller than full frame with a crop factor around 1.5x. Learn what APS-C means for reach, lenses, and image quality.
- [Photography Glossary](https://photographyicon.com/glossary/) - Browse our photography glossary with 150+ terms explained in plain language. From aperture to zoom, quickly understand every camera and photography concept.
- [Unsharp Mask (USM)](https://photographyicon.com/unsharp-mask/) - Unsharp mask is the classic sharpening technique that boosts edge contrast. Learn its Amount, Radius, and Threshold controls and how to avoid halos.
- [Incandescent / Tungsten Lighting](https://photographyicon.com/tungsten-light/) - Incandescent and tungsten bulbs cast a warm orange light around 2700-3200K. Learn how to white balance for tungsten and handle mixed lighting situations.
- [Infinity Focus](https://photographyicon.com/infinity-focus/) - Infinity focus is the setting where distant objects render sharp. Learn why the infinity mark is unreliable and how to nail focus on stars and distant scenes.
- [Umbrella (Lighting Modifier)](https://photographyicon.com/umbrella/) - A photography umbrella is the simplest, cheapest way to soften a light. Learn the difference between shoot-through and reflective umbrellas and when to use each.
- [Graduated ND Filter (GND)](https://photographyicon.com/graduated-nd-filter/) - A graduated ND filter is dark on one half and clear on the other, darkening a bright sky while leaving the foreground unchanged to balance high-contrast scenes.
- [How To Take Action Photos With A GoPro](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-take-action-photos-with-a-gopro/) - The mounting strategies, photo modes, and composition rules that produce great action photos on a GoPro, plus the post-processing that fixes the lens distortion and flat color.
- [How To Fix Common Autofocus Problems](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-fix-common-autofocus-problems/) - The eight most common autofocus failures and the specific technique or setting change that fixes each one. Hunting, wrong-subject lock, back-focus, low-light failure, and more.
- [How Do I Photograph Food Effectively? Light, Angles, and Styling](https://photographyicon.com/how-do-i-photograph-food-effectively/) - Practical food photography techniques: lighting direction, camera angles, lens choice, styling, and the workflow that protects fresh food during a real shoot.
- [How To Use HDR In Lightroom CC](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-use-hdr-in-lightroom-cc/) - Master HDR photography in Lightroom — learn to merge bracketed exposures for images with expanded dynamic range and natural-looking results.
- [Top 20 Questions for Beginner Photographers and Answers!](https://photographyicon.com/top-20-questions-for-beginner-photographers-and-answers/) - Question: What equipment do I need to start taking photos? Answer: To start taking photos, you need a camera, a lens, and a memory card. There are many different types of cameras available, including mirrorless cameras, DSLR cameras, and point and shoot cameras. Which type you choose will depend on your budget and your photography
- [Exploring the Histogram: A Guide to Perfect Exposure](https://photographyicon.com/exploring-the-histogram-a-guide-to-perfect-exposure/) - Master the photography histogram to nail exposure every time. Learn to read histograms, avoid clipping, and use them for landscapes, portraits, and night photography.
- [Long Exposure and Night Photography Quiz](https://photographyicon.com/long-exposure-night-photography-quiz-star-trails-light-trails-astrophotography/) - Night and long exposure photography present unique technical challenges. This quiz covers the 500 rule for stars, ND filters, light trails, focusing in darkness, and techniques for capturing stunning images after the sun goes down. 0 Quiz 25: Long Exposure and Night Techniques The biggest cause of star trailing is: Low ISO Slow shutter duration
- [How to Photograph Waterfalls: Silky Water Settings Guide](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-photograph-waterfalls/) - Master waterfall photography with exact shutter speed settings for every water effect. Covers ND filters, polarizers, composition strategies, and a step-by-step workflow.
- [Photography Workspace](https://photographyicon.com/workspace/) - The hub for Icon Photography School learners. Three free courses, 194+ quizzes, a glossary, calculators, and a camera simulator. No sign-up.
- [How to Create and Use Lightroom Presets](https://photographyicon.com/lightroom-presets-guide/) - Learn how to create, install, and use Lightroom presets to speed up your editing workflow. Includes tips for building your own preset library.
- [Shooting Vertical Video for Social Media](https://photographyicon.com/vertical-video-social-media/) - Learn how to shoot effective vertical video for social media platforms. Covers framing, composition, lighting, and storytelling techniques for the vertical format.
- [AI Noise Reduction: How It Works and When to Use It](https://photographyicon.com/ai-noise-reduction/) - Understand how AI noise reduction works, when to use it, and how it compares to traditional methods. Learn to get cleaner images without losing detail.
- [DIY Product Photography for Small Business: Professional Results on a Budget](https://photographyicon.com/diy-product-photography/) - Create professional product photos on a budget. Complete DIY guide for small business owners covering setup, lighting, and editing.
- [Smoke Art Photography: Capturing Ethereal Patterns in Light](https://photographyicon.com/smoke-art-photography/) - Master smoke art photography with this guide to setup, lighting, camera settings, and post-processing techniques for ethereal images.
- [Camera Buying Quiz - What Specs Actually Matter?](https://photographyicon.com/camera-buying-quiz/) - The camera market is full of confusing specs and marketing claims. Test your understanding of which specifications truly matter, how sensor size affects image quality, and how to allocate your budget wisely when purchasing a camera system. 0 Camera Buying Quiz Which specification has the greatest impact on image quality, especially in low light? Megapixel
- [Focus Points Quiz - Master Autofocus Point Selection](https://photographyicon.com/focus-points-quiz/) - Choosing the right focus point and understanding how your camera’s autofocus system works can make the difference between a sharp keeper and a blurry miss. Test your knowledge of focus point selection, tracking modes, and back button focus technique. 0 Focus Points Quiz What happens when you leave your camera set to automatic focus point
- [Crystal Ball Photography Quiz - Refraction and Creative Techniques](https://photographyicon.com/crystal-ball-quiz/) - Crystal ball (lensball) photography uses refraction to create a miniature inverted scene inside a glass sphere. Test your understanding of the optics, camera settings, safety considerations, and creative techniques behind this popular effect. 0 Crystal Ball Photography Quiz Why does the scene appear upside down inside a crystal ball? The ball acts like a mirror
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- [5 Tips for Learning Photography on Your iPhone](https://photographyicon.com/learn-photography-on-iphone/) - Your iPhone is a legitimate camera. That is not a consolation prize or a compromise. The computational photography built into modern smartphones produces images that rival dedicated cameras in many situations. If you want to learn photography, your iPhone is one of the best tools to start with because it is always with you, it
- [Camera Metering Modes Explained: Matrix, Center-Weighted & Spot](https://photographyicon.com/metering-modes/) - Understand camera metering modes and when to use each one. Covers evaluative, center-weighted, spot, and partial metering with practical examples.
- [Symmetry in Photography: Finding Balance in Your Images](https://photographyicon.com/symmetry-in-photography/) - Master symmetry as a composition technique. Learn to find and use reflective, rotational, and translational symmetry to create powerful, balanced photographs.
- [What Is White Balance?](https://photographyicon.com/white-balance/) - Learn what white balance is and how to set it correctly. Avoid color casts and capture accurate, natural-looking colors in every photo.
- [How To Clean Your Camera's Sensor](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-clean-your-cameras-sensor/) - How to clean your camera sensor safely: dust test, in-camera shake, blower, brush, wet swab, when to send it in.
- [How To Use Off Camera Flash](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-use-off-camera-flash/) - How to use off-camera flash: gear list, four controls explained, inverse square law, six setups, FAQ.
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- [Landscape Photography Quiz — Masterclass Lesson 2](https://photographyicon.com/masterclass/masterclass-lesson-2-quiz/) - Test your knowledge of landscape photography composition, light, and technique from Lesson 2 of the Photography Masterclass. 0 Masterclass Lesson 2 Quiz: Landscape Photography What is the hyperfocal distance in landscape photography? The closest distance at which a lens can focus The focus distance where everything from half that distance to infinity appears sharp The
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- [How to Choose Focus Points: A Practical Guide](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-choose-focus-points/) - Every camera offers dozens, hundreds, or even thousands of autofocus points spread across the viewfinder. Most photographers leave their camera on automatic focus point selection, which means the camera decides what to focus on. Sometimes it gets it right. Often it does not, locking onto the nearest object, a background detail, or the wrong eye
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- [How To Use Your Camera's Automatic Settings](https://photographyicon.com/automatic/) - Learn how to use your cameras automatic settings to achieve much better photos. Believe it or not, the automatic setting is actually quite useful and this page will explain why.
- [Mastering Low Light Photography: Tips for Stunning Images](https://photographyicon.com/mastering-low-light-photography-tips-and-techniques-for-capturing-stunning-images-in-challenging-conditions/) - When the light fades, most people put their cameras away. That is a mistake. Some of the most compelling photographs happen in low light: city streets after dark, dimly lit interiors, the last glow of twilight, candlelit portraits, and the night sky. The challenge is real. Less light means your camera has to work harder,
- [Lens Specifications Quiz - Understand MTF Charts, Aperture, and More](https://photographyicon.com/lens-specifications-quiz/) - Lens spec sheets are packed with numbers and charts that can be confusing. Test your understanding of MTF charts, aperture markings, filter threads, lens coatings, and the specifications that truly matter for image quality. 0 Lens Specifications Quiz What does an MTF (Modulation Transfer Function) chart measure? The monetary trade-in value of a lens over
- [Camera Anatomy Quiz - Know the Parts of Your Camera](https://photographyicon.com/camera-anatomy-quiz/) - Understanding the physical parts of your camera and what they do is the foundation of photography. Test your knowledge of camera anatomy, from the shutter button to the image sensor, and learn how each component contributes to making a photograph. 1 Camera Anatomy Quiz What is the primary function of the camera sensor? To store
- [Negative Space: The Art of What Isn't There in Photography](https://photographyicon.com/negative-space-the-art-of-what-isnt-there-in-photography/) - Negative space is the area surrounding and between the subjects of a photograph. It is the empty, unoccupied, or featureless region that defines the boundaries of the positive space (the main subject). Far from being wasted area, negative space is one of the most powerful compositional tools available to photographers. When used deliberately, it creates
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- [Telephoto Lens Quiz - Test Your Knowledge of Long Lenses](https://photographyicon.com/telephoto-quiz/) - Telephoto lenses open up a world of creative possibilities, from wildlife and sports to compressed landscapes. Test your understanding of telephoto compression, minimum shutter speeds, stabilization, and the techniques that produce sharp results at long focal lengths. 0 Telephoto Lens Quiz What is telephoto compression? A file compression format for telephoto images The visual effect
- [Astro-Landscape Photography Quiz - Night Sky and Star Techniques](https://photographyicon.com/astro-landscape-quiz/) - Astro-landscape photography combines starry skies with earthly foregrounds to create stunning nightscapes. Test your knowledge of the 500 rule, focus techniques, planning tools, and the camera settings needed to capture the Milky Way and star-filled skies. 0 Astro-Landscape Photography Quiz What is the 500 rule in astrophotography? You need at least 500mm focal length to
- [Pinhole Photography Quiz - Physics and Exposure Basics](https://photographyicon.com/pinhole-photography-quiz/) - Pinhole photography strips the medium down to its most basic element: light passing through a tiny hole to form an image. Test your understanding of pinhole physics, exposure calculations, and the unique aesthetic qualities of images made without a lens. 0 Pinhole Photography Quiz How does a pinhole camera form an image without a lens?
- [How to Learn Photography for Beginners](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-learn-photography-for-beginners/) - Learning photography can feel overwhelming at first. There are dozens of technical concepts, endless gear options, and conflicting advice everywhere you look. Here is the truth: photography is a skill, not a talent. Anyone can learn it. The people who succeed are the ones who practice deliberately, build knowledge in the right order, and shoot
- [How To Hold Your Camera](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-hold-your-camera/) - The grip, stance, breath, and bracing technique that eliminate camera shake in handheld photography. Stop blaming your camera for soft files.
- [How To Make A Great Headshot](https://photographyicon.com/headshot/) - How to shoot a working headshot: focal length, lighting (window or strobe), crop, posing the chin and shoulders, settings, and the mistakes that ruin a portrait.
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- [Future of Photography: Emerging Technologies and Techniques](https://photographyicon.com/unlocking-the-future-of-photography-emerging-technologies-and-advanced-techniques/) - Photography is evolving at an unprecedented pace, driven by rapid technological advancements. Today, tools like generative AI, extended reality (XR), and computational photography techniques are revolutionizing how we capture, edit, and share images. This article explores how these innovations are shaping the future of photography, offering exciting opportunities for both professionals and hobbyists. Generative AI
- [Golden Hour and Blue Hour: Capturing Magical Light](https://photographyicon.com/golden-hour-and-blue-hour-capturing-the-magic-of-natural-light/) - For photographers, certain times of day hold a particular allure, bathed in a quality of light that seems to possess a magical touch. These periods, known as the Golden Hour and the Blue Hour, offer unique lighting conditions that can transform ordinary scenes into extraordinary photographs. Understanding these fleeting moments and knowing how to harness
- [Photography Myths Debunked: Separating Fact from Fiction](https://photographyicon.com/photography-myths-debunked-separating-fact-from-fiction/) - The world of photography is filled with advice, tips, and techniques, but not all of it is accurate. Over time, certain misconceptions and myths have become widespread, often hindering photographers’ progress. This article aims to debunk some of the most common photography myths, separating fact from fiction and providing clear explanations to help you improve
- [10 Essential Tips for Mastering Smartphone Videography](https://photographyicon.com/10-essential-tips-for-mastering-smartphone-videography-in-2025/) - Smartphone videography has revolutionized content creation, enabling anyone with a modern device to produce high-quality videos without expensive gear. In 2025, advancements in smartphone cameras, stabilization, and editing apps make it easier than ever to create professional-looking videos. Whether you’re a beginner vlogger, a social media enthusiast, or an aspiring filmmaker, these 10 essential tips
- [Shutter Speed Quiz: Freeze Motion or Create Blur](https://photographyicon.com/shutter-speed-photography-quiz-freeze-motion-or-create-blur-like-a-pro/) - Shutter speed is your tool for controlling motion in photography. Whether you’re freezing a hummingbird’s wings or creating silky smooth waterfalls, understanding how shutter speed works is crucial. Challenge yourself with this quiz covering everything from fast action photography to long exposure techniques. 2 Quiz 3: Shutter Speed Mastery Shutter speed is measured in: Stops
- [Dynamic Range Quiz: Highlight Recovery, Shadow Detail & HDR Techniques](https://photographyicon.com/dynamic-range-quiz-highlight-recovery-shadow-detail-hdr-techniques/) - Understanding dynamic range is essential for handling high-contrast scenes. Test your knowledge of sensor capabilities, ETTR, highlight recovery, shadow noise, and techniques for maximizing tonal range in your images. 0 Quiz 20: Dynamic Range and Highlight Recovery Dynamic range is: Lens sharpness range Range of tones a sensor can capture Zoom range ISO range Raising
- [HDR and Tone Mapping Quiz: Exposure Fusion and Ghosting](https://photographyicon.com/hdr-tone-mapping-quiz-exposure-fusion-ghosting-natural-results/) - Create HDR images that look natural, not overcooked. This quiz covers the differences between HDR merging and exposure fusion, common tone mapping artifacts, and techniques for realistic high dynamic range results. 0 Quiz 40: HDR, Exposure Fusion, and Tone Mapping Pitfalls HDR merging is most useful when: Scene fits sensor dynamic range Scene exceeds sensor
- [Understanding Light in Photography: Quality, Direction & Color](https://photographyicon.com/understanding-light-photography/) - Master the fundamentals of light in photography including quality, direction, color temperature, and how to read and use light to create better photographs.
- [Photography Articles](https://photographyicon.com/articles/) - Welcome to the PhotographyIcon articles collection. Here you’ll find in-depth guides, tutorials, and insights to help you grow as a photographer. Getting Started New to photography? These foundational articles will help you build a strong understanding of the craft. Start Learning Photography – Your first steps into the world of photography How to Choose Camera
- [15 Photography Composition Techniques to Improve Your Photos](https://photographyicon.com/photography-composition-techniques/) - Composition is the art of arranging elements within your frame to create a visually compelling image. While camera settings control exposure and focus, composition determines what your photograph actually communicates. These 15 techniques, ranging from foundational rules to advanced concepts, will help you create stronger, more intentional photographs. 1. Rule of Thirds The most well-known
- [Best Lenses for Portrait Photography](https://photographyicon.com/best-portrait-lens/) - The lens you choose for portrait photography has a profound impact on how your subject looks, how the background renders, and the overall mood of the image. While any lens can technically take a portrait, certain focal lengths, aperture ranges, and optical characteristics produce consistently more flattering and visually compelling results. This guide teaches you
- [Black and White Photography: Shooting and Editing Guide](https://photographyicon.com/black-and-white-photography/) - Learn black and white photography from capture to edit. Covers seeing in monochrome, contrast, tonal range, and converting color to B&W.
- [Photography Pricing Guide: How Much to Charge](https://photographyicon.com/photography-pricing-guide/) - Learn how to price your photography services. Covers pricing models, rates by genre, package strategies, and when to raise your prices.
- [Photography Portfolio Tips: Build a Standout Portfolio](https://photographyicon.com/photography-portfolio-tips/) - Your photography portfolio is the single most important tool in your business. It is the first thing potential clients look at, and it often determines whether they contact you or move on to the next photographer. A strong portfolio does not just display your best images; it tells a story about who you are as
- [How to Sell Photography Online](https://photographyicon.com/sell-photography-online/) - Learn how to sell your photography online through stock sites, print-on-demand, your own website, and licensing. Practical strategies for every level.
- [How to Edit Portraits in Lightroom](https://photographyicon.com/edit-portraits-lightroom/) - Learn how to edit portrait photos in Lightroom with this step-by-step guide. Covers skin retouching, color grading, presets, and export settings.
- [How to Photograph the Moon: Settings, Gear & Techniques](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-photograph-moon/) - Learn the Looney 11 rule and exact settings for detailed moon shots and moon-in-landscape photos. Covers moon phases, focusing, telephoto techniques, and planning.
- [How to Photograph Lightning: Camera Settings & Safety Guide](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-photograph-lightning/) - Capture dramatic lightning photos safely. Covers camera settings, trigger techniques, storm tracking, composition, and essential safety precautions.
- [How to Photograph Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis)](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-photograph-northern-lights/) - Complete aurora photography guide with camera settings, focusing techniques, composition strategies, cold weather tips, and planning for Kp index and moon phase.
- [How to Photograph Real Estate](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-photograph-real-estate/) - Learn professional real estate photography techniques, camera settings, lighting, and composition tips to capture stunning property photos.
- [How to Photograph Food](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-photograph-food/) - Professional food photography guide covering camera settings, lighting direction, styling techniques, props, and platform-specific tips for social media, blogs, and menus.
- [Lesson 2: Landscape Photography — Reading and Capturing the Land](https://photographyicon.com/masterclass/lesson-2/) - Learn landscape photography in this free lesson. Master composition, golden hour timing, and exposure to capture stunning scenic photographs.
- [Lesson 4: Nature and Wildlife Photography — Patience, Preparation, and Persistence](https://photographyicon.com/masterclass/lesson-4/) - Learn nature and wildlife photography in this free lesson. Master patience, preparation, and camera techniques for capturing animals in the wild.
- [Exposure Calculator: ND Filter Shutter Speed Calculator](https://photographyicon.com/exposure-calculator/) - Calculate the new shutter speed when using ND filters. Enter your base exposure and filter strength to get the adjusted exposure time instantly.
- [Print Size Calculator: Check Your Photo Resolution for Printing](https://photographyicon.com/print-size-calculator/) - Check if your photo has enough resolution for high-quality prints. Enter image dimensions and print size to see PPI and quality rating.
- [Copyright Basics for Photographers: What You Need to Know](https://photographyicon.com/photography-copyright/) - Understand photography copyright basics. Covers who owns the image, registration, model releases, Creative Commons, fair use, and licensing.
- [Photo File Management and Backup: A Photographer's Guide](https://photographyicon.com/photo-file-management/) - Organize and protect your photo library. Covers the 3-2-1 backup rule, folder structures, naming conventions, DAM, culling, and cloud backup.
- [Flat Lay Photography: Setup, Styling & Shooting Tips](https://photographyicon.com/flat-lay-photography/) - Master flat lay photography with tips on styling, lighting, backgrounds, camera setup, and composition for stunning overhead shots.
- [Depth of Field as a Creative Tool](https://photographyicon.com/intermediate/lesson-4/) - Go beyond 'blur the background.' Learn to control depth of field deliberately for isolation, context, and creative expression.
- [Color Mastery in Photography](https://photographyicon.com/intermediate/lesson-7/) - Understand white balance, color temperature, color theory, and how to use color deliberately to set mood and strengthen compositions.
- [Shooting in Challenging Conditions](https://photographyicon.com/intermediate/lesson-9/) - Learn to shoot confidently in rain, snow, extreme heat, low light, and other difficult conditions that test your skills and gear.
- [Foreground Interest in Landscape Photography: How to Add Depth to Every Shot](https://photographyicon.com/foreground-interest/) - Learn how to use foreground elements like rocks, flowers, and water to add depth and visual impact to your landscape photographs. Practical techniques and exercises included.
- [How to Take Sharp Photos: The Complete Guide to Image Sharpness](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-take-sharp-photos/) - Stop getting blurry photos. Learn proper handholding, minimum shutter speeds, tripod technique, focusing methods, aperture sweet spots, and every factor that affects image sharpness.
- [Photography in Different Weather Conditions: Rain, Fog, Snow, and Storms](https://photographyicon.com/weather-photography/) - Turn bad weather into great photographs. Learn techniques for shooting in rain, fog, snow, overcast, and storms, plus how to protect your gear in every condition.
- [Photography in Bad Weather: Rain, Snow, Fog, and Wind](https://photographyicon.com/bad-weather-photography/) - Turn bad weather into great photos. Learn techniques for rain reflections, snow exposure, fog compositions, and storm photography with gear protection tips.
- [Fall Photography: Capturing Autumn Colors and Light](https://photographyicon.com/fall-photography/) - Photograph autumn like a pro. Covers backlighting leaves, composing with fall color, close-up details, reflections, misty mornings, and avoiding common seasonal mistakes.
- [Patterns and Repetition in Photography: A Visual Guide](https://photographyicon.com/patterns-repetition-photography/) - Discover how to find and photograph patterns, repetition, and rhythm in everyday scenes. Learn to use pattern breaks for dramatic impact.
- [Texture in Photography: Adding Depth and Tactile Quality to Your Images](https://photographyicon.com/texture-in-photography/) - Learn how to capture and emphasize texture in your photographs using lighting, angle, and lens choice to add depth and visual interest.
- [Juxtaposition in Photography: Creating Contrast and Meaning](https://photographyicon.com/juxtaposition-photography/) - Learn how to use juxtaposition in photography to create contrast, tell stories, and add layers of meaning to your images through visual opposition.
- [Depth in Photography: Creating Three-Dimensional Images](https://photographyicon.com/depth-in-photography/) - Learn techniques to create a sense of depth in your two-dimensional photographs using foreground elements, layering, atmospheric perspective, and more.
- [Forced Perspective Photography: Creating Optical Illusions with Your Camera](https://photographyicon.com/forced-perspective-photography/) - Learn forced perspective photography techniques to create stunning optical illusions. Step-by-step guide with camera settings and creative ideas.
- [Toy Photography: Creating Miniature Worlds with Big Impact](https://photographyicon.com/toy-photography/) - Start toy photography with this guide to miniature worlds. Learn scene building, lighting, camera settings, and post-processing techniques.
- [Affinity Photo Guide: A Powerful Photoshop Alternative](https://photographyicon.com/affinity-photo-guide/) - Learn Affinity Photo for professional photo editing. A complete guide to this powerful one-time-purchase Photoshop alternative.
- [Post-Processing Learning Path: From Beginner to Advanced](https://photographyicon.com/post-processing/) - Follow our structured post-processing path from beginner to advanced. Learn Lightroom, Photoshop, color grading, retouching, and more with free guides.
- [Lifestyle Photography: Capturing Authentic Moments](https://photographyicon.com/lifestyle-photography/) - Master lifestyle photography with techniques for directed candids, family sessions, brand photography, natural light, minimal direction, and building a lifestyle business.
- [Watermark](https://photographyicon.com/watermark/) - A watermark is a visible mark added to a photograph to identify the creator, assert copyright, or label the image for a specific purpose. Watermarks range from subtle logo placement in a corner to large semi-transparent text running diagonally across the entire image. The purpose is partly legal signaling and partly branding, indicating who made
- [Barn Doors](https://photographyicon.com/barn-doors/) - Barn doors are a four-flap accessory that attaches to the front of a continuous or strobed studio light, used to shape and flag the beam. Each flap (two horizontal, two vertical) folds independently on a hinge, allowing the photographer to cut light off ceilings, walls, backgrounds, and unwanted areas of the subject without changing the
- [Photogrammetry](https://photographyicon.com/photogrammetry/) - Photogrammetry is the science of reconstructing three-dimensional geometry from multiple two-dimensional photographs of the same subject taken from different angles. Software analyzes feature points (corners, edges, distinctive texture patches) that appear in multiple frames, triangulates their positions in space using the differences in projection, and builds a sparse point cloud. From there, dense reconstruction, meshing,
- [Film Grain](https://photographyicon.com/film-grain/) - Film grain is the visible texture in a photographic image caused by the random distribution and size of silver halide crystals (or, in color film, the dye clouds developed from those crystals) embedded in the film emulsion. The grain pattern is characteristic of the specific film stock, the development chemistry, and the print process. Faster
- [DNG (Digital Negative)](https://photographyicon.com/dng/) - DNG (Digital Negative) is Adobe’s openly published raw file format, introduced in 2004 as a universal standard that would remain readable indefinitely regardless of which camera manufacturer’s proprietary format was used to capture it. The format is based on TIFF/EP, includes a full color profile and EXIF metadata, and supports lossless compression. Unlike Canon’s CR2/CR3,
- [Snoot](https://photographyicon.com/snoot/) - A snoot is a cylindrical or conical tube fitted over a light source to narrow its beam into a tight, controlled spot. By blocking light from spilling sideways, the snoot produces a small pool of illumination with a hard or semi-hard edge depending on its length and inner finish. Snoots are common tools for hair
- [Rim Light](https://photographyicon.com/rim-light/) - A rim light is a light positioned behind and slightly to the side of the subject, aimed back toward the camera so that it grazes the subject's edge and produces a bright outline. The effect separates the subject from the background, adds dimension, and is a standard component of three-point lighting. Rim light is sometimes
- [Retouching](https://photographyicon.com/retouching/) - Retouching is the detailed, per-pixel editing work applied to a finished image after broader corrections are complete. It covers removing blemishes, evening out skin tones, cleaning up stray hairs, refining contours, suppressing sensor dust, and selectively lightening or darkening small regions to direct attention. Retouching is distinct from global exposure and color grading adjustments, which
- [Lossy Compression](https://photographyicon.com/lossy-compression/) - Lossy compression is image encoding that achieves smaller files by permanently discarding information the algorithm judges to be visually unimportant. The decoded image is an approximation of the original, not a bit-perfect reconstruction. JPEG, HEIC, WebP at default quality settings, and most consumer video codecs are lossy. The appeal is dramatic size reduction: a 50-megabyte
- [Lossless Compression](https://photographyicon.com/lossless-compression/) - Lossless compression is a class of file encoding that reduces storage size while preserving every bit of the original image data, allowing a mathematically perfect reconstruction of the source when the file is decoded. Unlike lossy compression, which permanently discards information, lossless schemes work by finding statistical redundancy in the pixel values and representing repeating
- [Halation](https://photographyicon.com/halation/) - Halation is the soft glow that surrounds bright highlights in a film image, caused by light passing through the emulsion, striking the film's backing or pressure plate, and scattering back through the emulsion from behind. Each highlight effectively becomes a small secondary source, and the reflected light exposes the silver halide grains around the original
- [Grid (Lighting Modifier)](https://photographyicon.com/grid-lighting-modifier/) - A grid, in lighting terms, is a honeycomb-pattern attachment that fits over the front of a light source to narrow its beam angle, increase directionality, and reduce spill onto surrounding surfaces. The honeycomb cells are individually black and absorb any light that strikes them at an oblique angle, allowing only rays roughly parallel to the
- [Gobo](https://photographyicon.com/gobo/) - A gobo, short for go-between optic, is a cutout placed in front of a light to cast a patterned shadow into a scene. The pattern can be representational (window blinds, a leaf-dappled forest floor, the slats of a venetian door) or abstract (broken shapes, geometric grids), and the gobo can be a precision-machined metal disc,
- [Front Curtain Sync](https://photographyicon.com/front-curtain-sync/) - Front curtain sync is the default flash sync mode on virtually every camera, in which the flash fires the instant the first shutter curtain finishes opening. The shutter is fully open, the flash burst freezes the subject, and the remaining shutter time records the continuous ambient exposure before the second curtain closes. For short shutter
- [Flag](https://photographyicon.com/flag/) - A flag is an opaque panel used to block light from hitting a specific area of a scene. It can be a dedicated cinema flag mounted on a C-stand, a piece of black foam core, a sheet of duvetyne, a folded jacket, or anything else that absorbs rather than reflects light. The job is subtraction:
- [Center-Weighted Metering](https://photographyicon.com/center-weighted-metering/) - Center-weighted metering is an exposure metering mode that averages brightness across the entire frame but biases the calculation heavily toward the center, typically the central 60 to 80 percent of the image area. It was the dominant metering mode in 35mm SLRs from the 1960s through the mid-1980s, when Nikon's matrix metering and Canon's evaluative
- [Black and White Photography: Seeing in Monochrome](https://photographyicon.com/black-white-photography-guide/) - Black and white photography strips the world to its essentials: light, shadow, form, and texture. While color photographs show us what the world looks like, black and white photographs show us what it feels like. This fundamental shift in representation demands a different way of seeing. Why Black and White Still Matters In an age
- [Smartphone Optics: How ZEISS Is Transforming Mobile Imaging](https://photographyicon.com/the-evolution-of-smartphone-optics-how-zeiss-is-transforming-mobile-imaging/) - In this article, we explore the remarkable journey of smartphone optics, inspired by insights shared by ZEISS expert Oliver Schindelbeck in the embedded video above. From the early days of camera obscuras and classic lenses to the innovative, compact, and high-quality optics in today’s smartphones, discover how ZEISS continuously pushes the boundaries of mobile imaging,
- [The Art of Printing and Presenting Your Photography](https://photographyicon.com/printing-presenting-photography/) - In an era where photographs exist primarily as fleeting images on screens, the printed photograph has become something almost radical. We capture thousands of images each year, yet most remain trapped in the digital ether. The act of printing a photograph transforms it from one of millions into something singular, intentional, and permanent. Why Printing
- [Photo Editing Workflow: Step-by-Step Guide for Lightroom & RAW](https://photographyicon.com/photo-editing-workflow/) - Streamline your photo editing with this step-by-step workflow guide. Covers import, culling, basic adjustments, creative edits, and export settings.
- [Composition Rules Cheatsheet: 12 Techniques at a Glance](https://photographyicon.com/composition-rules-cheatsheet/) - Free composition cheatsheet with 12 essential photography rules. Quick reference for rule of thirds, leading lines, symmetry, framing, and more.
- [How to Read a Camera Histogram: The Complete Guide](https://photographyicon.com/camera-histogram/) - Learn how to read and use your camera histogram to achieve perfect exposure. Understand luminance and color histograms for better photos every time.
- [About The Icon Photography School](https://photographyicon.com/about/) - Icon Photography School offers 3 free photography courses, 40 lessons, 149 quizzes, and 5 interactive calculators. Learn photography from fundamentals to advanced techniques — no signup required.
- [The Photographer's Guide to Spectacular Failure](https://photographyicon.com/the-photographers-ultimate-guide-to-spectacular-failure-inverting-every-rule-of-success-in-a-hilariously-doomed-quest-for-mediocrity/) - In the glittering, cutthroat realm of photography, a world teeming with Instagram influencers, award-winning lens masters, and weekend warriors armed with the latest mirrorless marvels, success is often distilled into a sacred set of guidelines. These rules, passed down like ancient scrolls from photography gurus, promise paths to fame, fortune, and flawless frames. But what
- [The Photographer's Sketchbook: Creative Practice](https://photographyicon.com/photographers-sketchbook/) - Painters have sketchbooks: spaces for experimentation without pressure for results. Musicians have jam sessions. Writers have journals. What do photographers have? Often, nothing, every image is expected to be portfolio-worthy, every session productive, every experiment justified by outcome. This expectation is creatively deadening. A photographer’s sketchbook, whether physical or conceptual, is a space for play,
- [Minimalist Photography: How to Say More with Less](https://photographyicon.com/minimalist-photography/) - Learn minimalist photography techniques. Covers negative space, simplification, color minimalism, and composition tips for clean images.
- [Best Lenses for Street Photography: Compact, Fast & Discreet](https://photographyicon.com/best-lenses-for-street-photography/) - Discover the best lenses for street photography. Compare 35mm vs 50mm, fast primes, and compact options for discreet shooting.
- [Photography Terms Cheatsheet: 40 Essential Definitions](https://photographyicon.com/photography-terms-cheatsheet/) - Quick-reference photography glossary with 40 essential terms every photographer should know. From aperture to zone focusing, all in one page.
- [How to Critique Photography: A Framework for Better Photos](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-critique-photography/) - A structured framework for critiquing photographs: describe, interpret, evaluate, plus six photo-specific dimensions, worked examples, and a weekly self-critique drill.
- [How to Photograph Pets: Tips for Sharp, Expressive Animal Photos](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-photograph-pets/) - Learn to photograph pets with tips on autofocus tracking, natural light, treats for attention, and getting authentic expressions from dogs, cats, and other animals.
- [Portrait Posing Guide: Flattering Poses for Any Subject](https://photographyicon.com/portrait-posing-guide/) - A practical portrait posing guide with techniques for directing subjects, hand placement, body angles, and creating natural expressions.
- [HDR Photography: How to Shoot and Edit HDR Images](https://photographyicon.com/hdr-photography/) - Learn HDR photography from capture to edit. Covers bracketing, tone mapping, natural-looking HDR, and when high dynamic range helps most.
- [Intermediate Photography Lesson 1 Quiz | Test Your Knowledge](https://photographyicon.com/intermediate-lesson-1-quiz/) - Test your understanding of practical exposure control. This quiz covers metering modes, exposure compensation, histogram reading, and making deliberate exposure decisions in real shooting situations. 0 Intermediate Photography: Lesson 1 Quiz You are photographing a person standing in front of a bright window. Your camera’s evaluative metering produces a dark silhouette. What is the most
- [Camera Craft and Efficient Shooting](https://photographyicon.com/intermediate/lesson-8/) - Build efficient shooting habits. Learn custom settings, file management, chimping vs reviewing, and the workflow of experienced photographers.
- [Learn Photography: The Beginner's Guide to the Art](https://photographyicon.com/learn-photography/) - Start your photography journey with essential camera skills, composition techniques, and practical exercises to improve quickly.
- [Photography Sales Consultations and In-Person Sales: Closing Bookings and Selling Prints](https://photographyicon.com/photography-sales-consultation/) - Master photography sales consultations and in-person sales. Discovery questions, objection handling, IPS setup, album sales, wall art, and rehearsal techniques.
- [Photography Niche and Positioning: How to Choose Your Specialty](https://photographyicon.com/photography-niche-positioning/) - Choose a photography niche and positioning that fits the market and your strengths. Self-discovery audits, market validation, and the niche-of-one framework.
- [Photography Client Onboarding: From Inquiry to Booked Session](https://photographyicon.com/photography-client-onboarding/) - Build a photography client onboarding workflow from first inquiry through shoot day. Inquiry response, qualifying calls, contracts, deposits, welcome packets, prep guides.
- [How to Raise Your Photography Rates Without Losing Clients](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-raise-photography-rates/) - Learn how to raise photography rates without losing clients. Covers timing, communication templates, grandfathering policy, repositioning, and when not to raise.
- [Photography Business Structure: Sole Proprietorship, LLC, and Corporation Compared](https://photographyicon.com/photography-business-structure/) - Compare photography business structures (sole proprietorship, LLC, S-corp, C-corp) by liability protection, branding, and ownership flexibility. International analogues included.
- [Lightroom Mobile: Complete Guide to Editing on Your Phone](https://photographyicon.com/lightroom-mobile-guide/) - Master Lightroom Mobile for professional photo editing on your phone. Covers free features, RAW capture, presets, and editing workflows.
- [Photography for Social Media: Tips for Better Posts](https://photographyicon.com/photography-for-social-media/) - Improve your social media photography. Covers composition for feeds, lighting, editing consistency, aspect ratios, and building a visual brand.
- [Photography Client Management Guide](https://photographyicon.com/photography-client-management/) - Master photography client management from first contact to delivery. Covers communication, contracts, expectations, and building long-term relationships.
- [How to Build a Photography Portfolio Website](https://photographyicon.com/build-photography-website/) - Build a photography portfolio website that gets clients. Covers platform options, image curation, design principles, essential pages, SEO basics, and mobile optimization.
- [How to Build a Photography Portfolio That Gets You Hired](https://photographyicon.com/photography-portfolio/) - Learn how to build a photography portfolio. Covers curation, sequencing, online vs print, niche focus, and mistakes that cost you bookings.
- [Photography Contracts: Templates and What to Include](https://photographyicon.com/photography-contracts/) - Learn what every photography contract should include to protect you and your clients. Covers pricing terms, usage rights, cancellation policies, and more.
- [Master Of Photography Andreas Feininger](https://photographyicon.com/andreas-feininger/) - Andreas Feininger (1906-1999) was a German-American photographer best known for his nearly two decades at LIFE magazine, his Manhattan skyline images, and a shelf of instructional photography books that are still worth their weight half a century after publication. The Career in Brief Feininger trained as an architect at the Bauhaus under Walter Gropius and
- [Amputate](https://photographyicon.com/amputate/) - How not to ampuate in your photographs. Think before shooting is a good way to ensure you don't ampuate your photographs.
- [Artificial Depth Of Field](https://photographyicon.com/artificial/) - A tutorial for creating artificial depth of filed using Adobe Photoshop. The process of blurring your photographs background is quite simple!
- [The Masterful Photography of Paul Strand](https://photographyicon.com/paul-strand/) - A page with information and videos about master of photography Paul Strand.
- [A Look at Mathew Brady: A Pioneer in Photography](https://photographyicon.com/mathew-brady/) - Learn more about master of photography Math
- [Lesson 1: Re-Discovering Your World](https://photographyicon.com/fundamentals/lesson-1/) - Lesson 1: Learn to see the world through a photographer's eye. Discover how to find compelling subjects and develop your creative vision.
- [Tips for Photographing Every Season](https://photographyicon.com/tips-for-photographing-every-season/) - Each season brings a unique palette of colors, lighting conditions, and subjects that offer photographers new and exciting opportunities to capture the beauty of nature. Here’s a seasonal guide with tips to help you make the most of winter, spring, summer, and fall photography, including recommended subjects, lighting advice, and editing tips for each season.
- [Photography as a Visual Language: Telling Stories](https://photographyicon.com/photography-as-a-visual-language-how-to-tell-stories-without-words/) - In a world full of words, photography provides a unique way to communicate without them. A single image can convey complex stories, evoke emotions, and even change perspectives. But how do photographers create images that “speak”? This article explores how photography acts as a visual language, diving into techniques like symbolism, framing, and emotional cues
- [Chiaroscuro in Photography: Dramatic Light and Shadow](https://photographyicon.com/chiaroscuro-in-photography-mastering-the-dramatic-use-of-light-and-shadow/) - Chiaroscuro, an Italian term meaning “light-dark,” is a powerful artistic technique characterized by strong contrasts between light and dark, creating dramatic effects and a sense of three-dimensionality. While often associated with painting, particularly the works of Renaissance masters like Caravaggio and Rembrandt, chiaroscuro has found a natural home in photography, offering photographers a means to
- [Anatomy of an Iconic Photograph: Elements of Greatness](https://photographyicon.com/the-anatomy-of-an-iconic-photograph-dissecting-the-elements-of-greatness/) - What makes a photograph iconic? What allows some images to transcend time and culture, resonating with viewers across generations? It’s not simply luck or chance; iconic photographs are often the result of a masterful combination of several key elements. This article dissects these elements, providing actionable takeaways that you can apply to your own photography.
- [Light and Shadow: Creating Drama and Mood in Photos](https://photographyicon.com/light-and-shadow-how-to-create-drama-and-mood-in-your-photos/) - Light and shadow are the yin and yang of photography, working together to create depth, dimension, mood, and drama in your images. Understanding how light behaves and how to manipulate it is crucial for any photographer. This article dives deep into the interplay of light and shadow, providing practical techniques for shaping compelling images. Understanding
- [3D Photography](https://photographyicon.com/3d-photography/) - Explore 3D photography techniques for creating images with depth and dimension. Learn about stereo pairs, lenticular prints, and modern 3D capture methods.
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- [Instant Film Photography: A Guide to Polaroid and Instax](https://photographyicon.com/instant-film-photography/) - Master instant film photography with Polaroid and Instax. Learn shooting tips, creative techniques, and how to get the best results.
- [Monitor Calibration for Photography: Getting Accurate Colors](https://photographyicon.com/monitor-calibration-photography/) - Learn how to calibrate your monitor for accurate photo editing. Covers hardware and software calibration, target settings, and best practices.
- [Image File Formats Explained: JPEG vs PNG vs TIFF vs WebP vs HEIF](https://photographyicon.com/image-file-formats-guide/) - Compare JPEG, PNG, TIFF, WebP, and HEIF image formats. Learn when to use each format for web, print, archival, and editing.
- [Photography Competition Guide: How to Enter and Win](https://photographyicon.com/photography-competition-guide/) - Enter photography competitions with confidence. Learn how to select images, understand judging criteria, and find reputable contests.
- [Photography Grants and Residencies: Funding Your Creative Work](https://photographyicon.com/photography-grants-residencies/) - Find photography grants and residencies to fund your creative work. Guide to applications, proposals, and notable programs worldwide.
- [Photography Mentorship: Finding and Being a Great Mentor](https://photographyicon.com/photography-mentorship/) - Find a photography mentor or become one. Guide to mentorship relationships that accelerate growth in photography.
- [Snapseed Editing Guide: Professional Mobile Photo Editing](https://photographyicon.com/snapseed-editing-guide/) - Master Snapseed photo editing with this complete guide. Learn professional mobile editing techniques, tools, and workflows.
- [Photoshop Actions and Automation: Speed Up Your Editing Workflow](https://photographyicon.com/photoshop-actions-automation/) - Automate your photo editing with Photoshop actions. Learn to record, batch process, and create custom automation workflows.
- [Social Media Photo Sizes: Complete Guide for Every Platform](https://photographyicon.com/social-media-photo-sizes/) - Get the right photo sizes for every social media platform. Complete guide to Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, TikTok, and more.
- [Concert Photography Settings and Gear: A Practical Guide](https://photographyicon.com/concert-photography-settings/) - Get the right concert photography settings for any venue. Practical guide to gear, camera settings, and shooting in challenging stage lighting.
- [How to Develop Your Photography Style](https://photographyicon.com/develop-photography-style/) - Practical steps to find and develop your unique photography style, from studying influences to building a cohesive portfolio that reflects your creative vision.
- [Photography Etiquette and Ethics](https://photographyicon.com/photography-ethics/) - Explore photography ethics including photographing strangers, cultural sensitivity in travel photography, photo manipulation standards, wildlife ethics, and copyright respect.
- [Photography Color Management: From Capture to Print](https://photographyicon.com/color-management-photography/) - Master color management for accurate photos. Covers sRGB vs Adobe RGB, monitor calibration, ICC profiles, soft proofing, and print workflow.
- [Photoshop for Photographers: Essential Tools and Techniques](https://photographyicon.com/photoshop-for-photographers/) - Learn the Photoshop tools every photographer needs. This guide covers layers, selections, retouching, compositing, and non-destructive editing techniques.
- [Bokeh Photography: How to Create Beautiful Background Blur](https://photographyicon.com/bokeh-photography/) - Learn how to create stunning bokeh in your photos. Covers aperture, focal length, distance, bokeh shapes, fairy lights, and creative techniques for any lens.
- [Photography Business Quiz - Assisting, Exhibitions, and Grants](https://photographyicon.com/photography-business-career-quiz/) - Building a photography career involves much more than taking great pictures. Test your knowledge of assisting established photographers, applying for grants, exhibiting your work, and the business fundamentals that turn a passion into a sustainable profession.
- [Photography Competition Quiz - Entry and Judging Criteria](https://photographyicon.com/photography-competition-quiz/) - Photography competitions can push your skills, build your portfolio, and gain recognition. Test your knowledge of how competitions work, what judges look for, how to select and prepare your entries, and common mistakes that cost photographers awards.
- [Visual Literacy Quiz - Reading and Understanding Photographs](https://photographyicon.com/visual-literacy-quiz/) - Visual literacy is the ability to read, interpret, and create meaning from images. Test your understanding of how photographs communicate ideas, how cultural context shapes meaning, and the semiotic principles that help you become a more thoughtful photographer and viewer.
- [Zone System Quiz - Master Exposure Control Theory](https://photographyicon.com/zone-system-quiz/) - The Zone System, developed by Ansel Adams and Fred Archer, divides the tonal range from pure black to pure white into 11 zones. Test your understanding of how this system works, how it applies to metering decisions, and how photographers use it in the digital age.
- [Cyanotype Quiz - Alternative Process Photography Knowledge](https://photographyicon.com/cyanotype-quiz/) - Cyanotype is one of the oldest photographic printing processes, producing distinctive blue and white images using UV light and simple chemistry. Test your knowledge of the cyanotype process, its chemistry, exposure methods, and creative applications.
- [Lightroom Mobile Quiz - Test Your Editing Knowledge](https://photographyicon.com/lightroom-mobile-quiz/) - Lightroom Mobile brings professional RAW editing to your phone or tablet. Test your understanding of its features, editing workflow, and the capabilities that make it a powerful tool for photographers who want to edit on the go.
- [Free Photo Editors Quiz - Compare Free Editing Tools](https://photographyicon.com/free-photo-editors-quiz/) - Several excellent free photo editors can handle everything from basic adjustments to advanced retouching. Test your knowledge of the most popular free editing tools, their strengths, and how they compare to paid alternatives.
- [Smoke Art Photography Quiz - Lighting and Camera Settings](https://photographyicon.com/smoke-art-quiz/) - Smoke art photography transforms wisps of incense smoke into stunning abstract images using precise lighting and camera settings. Test your understanding of the lighting setup, exposure decisions, and techniques that produce gallery-worthy smoke photographs.
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- [Lens Buying Quiz - Choose the Right Lens for Your Camera](https://photographyicon.com/lens-buying-quiz/) - Choosing the right lens is one of the most important decisions a photographer makes. Test your knowledge of lens specifications, budget priorities, and the decision-making framework for building a lens collection that matches your shooting style.
- [Prime Lens Comparison Quiz - 35mm vs 50mm vs 85mm](https://photographyicon.com/prime-lens-comparison-quiz/) - The 35mm, 50mm, and 85mm prime lenses are the three most popular focal lengths for photographers. Test your knowledge of how they differ in field of view, perspective, and the situations where each one excels.
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- [Model Release Forms: What Photographers Need to Know](https://photographyicon.com/model-release-forms/) - Learn everything about model release forms for photographers. Covers when you need one, what to include, minor releases, and common legal scenarios.
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- [How to Make a Photography Zine](https://photographyicon.com/photography-zine-guide/) - Learn how to create a photography zine from concept to print. Covers editing, sequencing, layout, printing methods, binding, and distribution.
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- [How to Create Short-Form Video Content as a Photographer](https://photographyicon.com/short-form-video-photographers/) - Learn how to create compelling short-form video content that showcases your photography. Covers planning, shooting, editing, and publishing strategies.
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- [Portrait Mode Explained: How Phone Cameras Create Bokeh](https://photographyicon.com/portrait-mode-phone-bokeh/) - Understand how portrait mode works on smartphones, the technology behind computational bokeh, and tips for getting the best results from your phone's depth effects.
- [How to Remove Objects in Photoshop (Content-Aware Fill)](https://photographyicon.com/remove-objects-photoshop/) - Learn multiple techniques for removing unwanted objects from photos in Photoshop, including Content-Aware Fill, Clone Stamp, Healing Brush, and patch tools.
- [Batch Editing in Lightroom: Speed Up Your Workflow](https://photographyicon.com/batch-editing-lightroom/) - Master batch editing in Lightroom to process hundreds of photos quickly. Learn sync settings, copy-paste edits, auto settings, and smart workflow strategies.
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- [How To Retouch Portraits In Photoshop](https://photographyicon.com/photoshop/how-to-retouch-portraits-in-photoshop/) - Learn professional portrait retouching in Photoshop. Covers skin smoothing, frequency separation, dodge and burn, and natural-looking results.
- [How To Replace The Sky In Photoshop](https://photographyicon.com/photoshop/how-to-replace-the-sky-in-photoshop/) - Learn how to replace the sky in Photoshop step by step. Covers selection techniques, blending, color matching, and tips for realistic results.
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- [How To Fix Organizational Problems In Lightroom](https://photographyicon.com/lightroom/fixing-organizational-problems/) - Tim Grey guides us through some great fixes to solutions of some of the most common organizational issues photographers face in Adobe Lightroom.
- [How To Create Panoramas In Lightroom CC](https://photographyicon.com/how-to-create-panoramas-in-lightroom-cc/) - In this video we learn how to create Panorama images in Adobe Photoshop Lightroom CC without using Photoshop or 3rd-party plugins.
- [How to Photograph Your Kids](https://photographyicon.com/photographing-children/) - Take better photos of your children with tips on eye-level shooting, natural window light, capturing candid moments, camera settings for active kids, and detail photography.
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- [How to Photograph Groups and Large Families](https://photographyicon.com/group-photography-tips/) - Master group photography with tips on posing, arranging heights, choosing aperture for sharp focus across rows, lighting strategies, and managing large groups of 20 or more.
- [Understanding Image Resolution and File Sizes in Photography](https://photographyicon.com/image-resolution-file-sizes/) - Understand megapixels, DPI vs PPI, RAW vs JPEG file sizes, and how resolution affects prints and web display. Practical guide to managing image quality and storage.
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- [Color in Photography: A Complete Guide to Using Color Creatively](https://photographyicon.com/color-in-photography/) - Go beyond basic color theory. Learn how to use color for mood, direct attention with color contrast, control color in the field, and make deliberate color choices in every image.
- [Advanced Composition 2](https://photographyicon.com/advancedcomposition2/) - Learn about advanced photography composition techniques. Learn how to capture the decisive moment as well as stage photographs that will impress crowds.
- [Photography Course: Color Balance and Highlight](https://photographyicon.com/balance/) - Learn how to make your photographs balanced or highlighted with a certain color. Great color balance article with examples.
- [Photoshop: Making a Circle Selection](https://photographyicon.com/circles/) - Making a circle selection in photoshop is quite simple with these easy to follow tips.
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