BetterPhoto Q&A: How Do I Get that Photographic Technique?

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  How To Shoot Close-Ups
My father wants to shoot close-ups of people's eyes (and I'd like to shoot insects), but it appears to be impossible with our current equipment (Epson PhotoPC 750Z). The picture is blurry a...
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May 20, 2002
 
  How to do self portraits
Hoe do I do self portraits. I have looked in many books and they say about using mirrors and about using a cable release, yet it doesnt explain excactly how. Please help....
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October 02, 2006
 
  matte and mounted
what is the difference between mounting and matting a photo to submit for contest and such. just starting out, so this stuff like arabic to me...
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May 07, 2002
 
  how to shoot in a dark night club
my husband is in a rock band and I want to take pictures of the band while theyare playing in a dark nightclub. the pics always turn out dark, I have a epson 750 z what settings should I use...
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May 09, 2002
 
  Need more informatin about Novoflex bellows
I recently purchased a Novoflex bellows. It says Novoflex-Automatik 1:4.5/135R. This 135mm lens has aperture readings of405, 5.6, 8, 11, 16, and 22. On the lower portion of the lenses where it scre...
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May 05, 2002
 
  How to Compare Macro Lenses
How do I go about comparing Macro lenses? Should I stick with buying a lens that is the same brand as my camera (Minolta)? I am interested in nature photography, and I will be using the new macro ...
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May 07, 2002
 
  metering subjects lit from below light table
How to take light meter readings from subjects illuminated from below on a light table. Example: semi-transluscent materials (e.g. dried white flowers) Lens Used: normal 80mm Hasselblad E...
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May 05, 2002
 
  Best Way to Make Image Thumbnails
How do I create thumbnail images of my photos so that I don't have to open them to see what they are? I have Photoshop 5.5. I recently took several photos with my digital camera and when I open...
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May 05, 2002
 
  Where is the Light Box
Where can I find the "Light Box"?...
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May 11, 2002
 
  F/16 Rule Guide
I once saw a pretty comprehensive list of the standard f/16 or "Sunny 16" rule exposures. It listed not only the norms, such as sunny day, open shade, closed shade, etc. but had a good list of spec...
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May 04, 2002
 
  How to correctly sign a fine art photograph?
How do I correctly sign a fine art photograph before it is matted and framed behind glass? -Do I use a pencil or pen and sign on the matt?-What information should I include and where (name, date, t...
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May 05, 2002
 
  Canon AE-1
I recently accquired a Canon AE-1 from my brother, who has had it for 15 years or more(he thinks), it has only had 1 roll of film shot through it, and is in better condition than the cameras I curr...
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May 05, 2002
 
  is f/1.4 on a 50 mm lens...
is f/ 1.4 too much on a 50 mm lens for taking pictures in a bar, should it be a higher #? (how did u guess I have no ides what I am doing? ) I got the 50mm lens, the fast fast film..now what is an ...
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May 04, 2002
 
  How do I get a warm skin tone in portrait shots?
I am attempting to shoot my daughter's senior portrait, and possibly some others too. I will shoot most of the shots around dusk OR in a shaded area. As most shaded area shots have a slight coo...
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May 08, 2002
 
  how to double expose a picture
I have a canon rebel 2000 and am interested in taking some double exposed photos. How can I shoot double exposure?...
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May 02, 2002
 
  How To Take Great Shots Around A Campfire?
I want to take some night shots around a campfire. What speed and aperture should I use? Or should I just set my camera to automatic?...
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August 23, 2004
 
  How to get better results from my camera
Hi there,I have a Canon EOS 5000 (basic model)with a 28-105mm lens. I like taking B & W photo's of people - indoors and outdoors. I'm wanting to experiment with aperture settings and ...
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May 03, 2002
 
  How to Shoot Silhouettes... PERIOD
How do you take silhouette shots? I have no idea where to start really... I'm just beginner... :)Thanks,...
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May 03, 2002
 
  Digital Studio Techniques
I wish to know more about using digital camera in studio environments. I currently use 35mm and strobe PROLINCA lights and wonder if I can use this same set up for digital? How?Thanks...
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April 30, 2002
 
  Nikon N80
Okay, I just got my first SLR, a Nikon N80. I know nothing about cameras, and have lost my instruction manual. I would like to know if you could let me know the settings to use if I want to shoot...
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June 09, 2002