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The best photography lighting is based on several factors, and depends on what type of look you want when it comes to your photos. Natural lighting versus studio lighting brings about two different looks in your photography. We'll be discussing natural lighting, which does not need any equipment. And we'll also discuss the benefits of two styles of studio lighting. The natural lighting of a photo will be much softer and a warmer look while using studio lighting gives your photos a more ov

Photo gear choices are seemingly endless these days. Camera equipment and accessories, made for every conceivable photography pursuit and use, may leave you with too many questions. What should I buy first? What comes next? Then, what are the "nice to have" but I could live without? Should I purchase professional camera equipment? Depending on the style and subjects you want to photograph, the photo gear has different priorities. Here's what they are: First Purchases A camera, two batter

Once you've done your time-lapse photography, how should you edit it all together? Here, Pasadena, CA teacher Nathan H. shares his recommendations, plus the pros and cons of using Photoshop and Lightroom...   So you just finished your amazing time-lapse of the sky. You’ve composed your shot. You’ve made sure nothing went wrong. You’ve waited an hour for your camera to take 600 images. It was a long, painful process. But it’s over, and now it’s time to head to some post-p