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  Wireless shutter releases
I have gone through two inexpensive (at least when I bought them) wireless shutter releases, which quit in the middle of portrait sessions, even though they both had new batteries. The first one (...
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December 13, 2012
 
  Purple spot on image - what is it?
Can you see the purple spot at the base of the monument? What caused this? ...
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December 16, 2012
 
  lense adaptor
I would like to know if anyone can help me with this question. At the present time I use a A100 Sony and would like to make a change to one of the lenses that I use. I would like to change a 70-30...
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December 02, 2012
 
  Best settings for shooting luminaries
I will be going to the Memorial Illumination at Antietam tonight. What settings would you recommend for this event? ...
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December 01, 2012
 
  Christmas idea for a photographer
This is just my opinion but I bought (Portrait Professional) for myself awhile back and I love it.The more I play with it the better I can make my portrait pictures. It so fun to play with.It does...
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December 03, 2012
 
  do I require a release?
Just submitted a photo titled, "the clown, the bull, & the ram (see my gallery). Wondering if a release or permission is required to upload this photo to B.P. Thank you...
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November 16, 2012
 
  How to fix a swollen eye
Hi There,I have been struggling with how to fix this beautiful girl's swollen black and blue eye. Can anyone help me? I use ps 5 and I am struggling with making this look natural.Thank you!No...
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November 12, 2012
 
  Buying a new tripod
I've begun my hunt for a new tripod. I'm willing to spend $3-400 for one that I hope will fit my needs. Those needs include: travel worthy, packing into a backpack, lightweight, yet sturd...
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December 30, 2012
 
  Lens protection
HiDoes using a neutral, clear filter to protect a lens impair image quality?ThanksHans...
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November 07, 2012
 
  Camera won't allow me to take picture in low-light
At times, the camera does not allow me to take a photo. 1) I am unclear how I override and make it take a phone. 2) I am also unclear how I force a flash. I know there is a setting to say flash ...
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October 25, 2012
 
  Zooming in with Photoshop Elements
Anyway to not sacrifice quality when editing photos if one wants to zoom in on a photo and crop? ...
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October 21, 2012
 
  Canon Portrait Lens
I am thinking of investing in a portrait lens. I am looking at a 55mm f/1.2 or an 85mm f/1.4 Which one would be the best lens to get?...
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October 19, 2012
 
  Release for concert photos
I recently took photos at a concert for a friend at a public venue of her band and a couple of other bands. Do I have to have a release in order to sell/use these outside of just selling them to t...
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October 15, 2012
 
  copyright for company images????
A friend who is retiring from an airline asked me to take photos of memorabilia, i.e. pieces of her uniform through the years, like a hatbox, name badge, etc.She wants these images made into photoc...
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October 10, 2012
 
  sharp amage
Hi another dumb question. How would I know if my photo is not in focus or I don't have exposure right for a real sharp image. I have a couple of photos that are real sharp, but most of mine are...
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October 10, 2012
 
  How to capture an award winning photo?
What tips can you share with me as to how I could have made this photo an award winning image?...
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October 06, 2012
 
  How to capture an award winning photo?
What tips can you share with me that I may have done differently to have made these images award winning?...
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October 07, 2012
 
  Nikon D800
Hi everyone it has been a while. I have a question. I just purchased a Nikon D800. WHAT A CAMERA!!. My question is this, has anyone shot any sports photos with this camera yet. If so please let me ...
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November 20, 2012
 
  A Cautionary Tale
Just a note to tell everybody to be careful out there! I went out to shoot the sunrise yesterday after an all night rain...my foot slipped off of an algae covered rock and down I went like the Seav...
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October 02, 2012
 
  how to shoot in harsh sunlight
i have a Canon T3i i'm taking my granddaughter to the fair during the day when the sun will be bright. what Aperture, ISO, Mode should I use? any help/suggestions I could get I would appreciate...
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September 25, 2012