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Photography Articles

Tips, info on photography and camera gear

Tips on How to Buy Digital Cameras
A guide to camera reviews

4 Simple Tips for Taking Better Photos
Basic but informative advice

Affordable Wildlife Photography
Super-zoom cameras that won't break the budget

Digital Cameras and the Need for Memory
A look at camera memory and various storage devices

Digital Photography Advantages
Now's the time to throw out the film camera

How Many Megapixels Do You Need?
Helping you avoid the megapixel sales hype

Income from Photography ... review
Can you really make money from photography?

Make the Most of Your Digital Images
Don't let your pics stagnate on your hard-drive

Travel and Scenic Photography 101
Return from your travels with memorable photos

Why Use a Camera Tripod?
The lowdown on keeping your camera steady

Web Photo Search ... read review
Software for finding photos on the Web

 

Photography Resources:

1. Wildlife and Nature

Nature Photographers is a superb online magazine that features a cover shot to make your mouth water (or weep with jealousy) and offers in-depth instruction on wildlife and nature photography. Has excellent articles, photo tips, photographer critique forums, plus professional photographers' galleries.

PhotoMigrations.com, aimed at the nature photography community, is a clean, crisply-designed site that carries articles and advice on nature photography, profiles of top pros, forums, and a chat room for group discussions on interesting topics related to photography. Highly recommended as a valuable resource for the aspiring nature photographer.

NatureScapes.net is another excellent nature photography resource offering articles, workshop listings, and forums. For a nominal annual fee you can become a paid-up member and receive various benefits, including discounts on selected workshops.

Hicker Photo - compelling travel, nature and wildlife photography from Canadian photographer Rolf Hicker. Explore his portfolio of images from Alaska and Africa to New Zealand and the Galapagos Islands - a visual feast for the connoisseur of travel and nature photography.

Nigel Dennis Interview - for aspirant wildlife photographers, this interview with renowned photographer Nigel Dennis is essential reading. While you're at the site, don't miss the superb gallery section showcasing some of Nigel's extraordinary wildlife shots.

Nature Photography Central - Mother Nature's Web site. Discover how to find more spectacular moments, how to see with different eyes, and how to make the click of the shutter really count! Covers not only techniques, but also explores emotional aspects and personal interpretation. Also useful info on unusual topics like Digital Infrared, Data Recovery, cleaning the CCD on your SLR. Excellent site for those interested in improving their nature photography.

Iain S Byrne Photography - If you enjoy nature - and birds in particular - then you must visit Iain's uncluttered, professional web site. His extensive gallery features outstanding images from Scotland, Utah and New Mexico, with the emphasis on water and wading birds. A committed conservationist, Iain's images have been accepted in international exhibitions in the UK, Europe, USA and Australia.

2. Digital/General

The Digital SLR Guide - excellent place to start if you're thinking of buying a Digital SLR. Not tech-heavy, so won't boggle your mind with complex data. Instead, it sets out four simple steps to follow that will ultimately save you time, money, and buyer's remorse. The jargon is clearly explained, so you'll know what the salespeople are talking about. All round useful site, even if you already own a digital SLR.

All Things Photography - Clean, well-designed site offering "Inspiring and Helpful Photography Tips on Everyday Subjects" by an experienced photographer who believes strongly that photography is about practice, persistence and passion. Lots of articles, tips and practical advice written in a conversational, easy-to-read style that makes you want to read more. Good stuff!

Digiarts Photography covers Fine Art Photograpy, Digital Stock Photography, and related Articles. The presentation is very professional and there are some marvellous examples of "Photomicrography Landscapes", while many of the photographs use natural objects to depict a range of themes, from "New Born" to "Seasons".

Photo Clicks Pro - A newish Photography Directory that is a cut above many of the others that are simply rehashed search results. Photo Clicks Pro already has a substantial listing of photography sites in more than 60 categories. Each individual listing provides useful info about the website, including a brief site description, owner's name, Google Page Rank, and Alexa ranking.

PhotoLinks - Online since 1997 and established as a leading photography resource, this site attracts over 500,000 page views a month.


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