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Finding interesting places to take pictures all the time can be quite a challenge. Of course, you have your go-to photography spots, but it’s always nice to have other locations to explore. Whether you are traveling or just bored of your current photography locations, this post might help you out. Below we talk about eight […]
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Creating the perfect light leak or lomo effect in Photoshop is quite the challenge. Especially because you don’t always have the time to adjust your settings and make the leak look just right. That’s why we teamed up with Sam Jones of Sivioco to create this fun, free set of light leak Photoshop Actions. Check out the other free […]
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Taking portraits is simultaneously one of the most enjoyable and challenging experiences you can find as a photographer. On the one hand, it is incredibly fun to take photos of people as they exist in various environments and scenes. On the other hand, it is quite challenging to take those truly captivating portraits. Though, with […]
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Photography is one of the most popular hobbies in the world. Many people dream of turning their passion for photography into a full-time career. In some respects, the barrier to entry into the market has never been lower with technological advancements and lower equipment costs. Establishing yourself in the marketplace, growing and sustaining your business take […]
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The iPhone camera has continuously improved since its arrival in 2007. Although the camera quality has gone from two megapixels to twelve megapixels somehow we still manage to sometimes end up with photos that could be better – whether wit’s due to blurriness, lighting, and even graininess. There are many ways to improve the image […]
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Mobile photography is increasingly becoming the medium of choice for many people as mobile devices become more and more prominent. With this rise in popularity, a lot of people are looking for ways to get sharper, more crisp photos. In this article we take you through ten great ways you can get crisp photos with […]
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FilterGrade was recently featured in Practical Photography Magazine with some of our retro Photoshop Actions! Practical Photography features inspiring photography tutorials, camera buying guides, freebies, and more in their awesome magazine each month. In the March 2016 issue they have some amazing tutorials for editing skin in Photoshop, taking great photos in any environment, and […]
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Luminance is defined as the measure of the luminous intensity per the unit area of light moving in any given direction. In Lightroom, though, it’s a feature that can help you get the most out of images that display the sky. If you want to show an intense sky, then familiarize yourself with the Luminance […]
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Wedding photography is one of the most interesting types of photography because there is such a wide range of possibilities. Weddings are held in different locations all around the world with unique cultures and backgrounds making for really intriguing and telling photos. In this post, we tried to gather some of the most inspiring wedding photographers […]
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In today’s world, many turn to Instagram for their daily dose of picturesque destinations and scenic routes. Similarly, Instagram provides a platform for some of the most adventure seeking individuals to share their exploits with the world. Our selection of photographers zoom in on charming islands, hidden waterfalls, lesser-known cities and high-adrenaline journeys. Take a […]
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