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Explore Iceland with National Parks at Night

by Dana Crandell November 13, 2017, 10:31 am 318 Views

Iceland’s South Coast is a photographer’s dream. We’re excited to share the news of a wonderful opportunity to experience and photograph this incredible location with some of the best! Photograph this unique island as a member of a small group, in an informal atmosphere with one-on-one guidance from experienced professionals! You can bring along a […]

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How to Choose the right ND Filter for More Creative Images

by Dana Crandell October 18, 2017, 6:34 pm 917 Views

Neutral density filters are often underrated because of the simplicity of their purpose. They’re also something of a mystery to many novice photographers. With a little know-how, they’re actually very versatile tools. This article will explain what ND filters do and explore some creative ways to use them. Opening photo: Image taken with the Irix […]

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Star Trails and Time-Lapse: Two Shoots in One

by Dana Crandell April 20, 2017, 5:45 pm 1.7k Views

One of my favorite uses for a digital camera is wide-field astrophotography. That definition covers a lot of things, but basically, it means I like to point my lens at the night sky and capture what it holds. Of the countless photo opportunities “out there,” two of the most unusual and captivating effects you can […]

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What to Look For in a Lens for Star Photography

by Dana Crandell February 24, 2017, 4:58 pm 976 Views

Astrophotography is one of the most fascinating and rewarding ways to use a digital camera. Don’t let that fancy term discourage you. Star photos, Milky Way shots, photos of the moon and any similar type of photo all fall into this category. So does planetary imaging, but you don’t have to be shooting pictures of […]

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A Comprehensive Guide to Photographing the Milky Way

by Dana Crandell January 28, 2017, 2:57 pm 1.4k Views

For many photographers, including myself, there are few things more rewarding than capturing spectacular images of the night sky. In particular, photographing the view of our own galaxy from here on Earth is one of the most satisfying things you can do with your camera. What many people don’t know is that shots like that […]