How To Use Neutral Density (ND) Filters
Long exposure is an exciting and popular genre of photography – and for good reason. The variety of images possible and the ability to reinterpret an everyday scene by capturing longer periods of time can lead to some amazing photographs. Using high quality neutral density (ND) filters, such as the Hoya PROND range, to extend […]
UV Filters
I’ve had a lot of questions recently about UV (Ultra Violet) filters and whether they were worth the investment and use on lenses. In the following article I attempt to address the main points for and against and to help you decide whether they are something that you want to use yourself. What is a […]
Why should you photograph in RAW format instead of JPEG?
Why should you photograph in RAW format instead of JPEG? Hi there and Happy New Year! I thought I would start of this first tutorial for the New Year with an attempt to address a question that has been raised so often. What is RAW and is it better to shoot images in this file […]
How to Make Great Panoramas
Hi there and welcome to the latest post from my photography tips page. I have found myself recently taking more and more panoramic photographs – images where the scene is just too broad to fit into one single frame. In this tutorial, I will give you step by step instructions on how to take the best […]
Starburst Effect
Simple straightforward guide to creating the starburst effect in camera. Hi there I have had a few questions recently on how to achieve the ‘starburst’ effect on lights in your photographs. I have been asked whether this is an effect added in through photoshop or postproduction or by adding a filter to add onto your […]