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Woman Trailing Lights Showing How A Long Shutter Speed Leads To Flowy Images

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An Aspiring Photographer’s Guide to Shutter Speed in Photography

In the world of photography, mastering the art of shutter speed is like a musician finding the perfect tempo for a piece. It’s a fundamental component that sets the tone of your image, capturing moments in time with personality and flair. In this article, we’ll delve into the world of shutter speed, exploring how it...

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Are Photography Courses Worth It? Yes, and Here’s why.

Are you wondering if photography courses are worth it? Well, I’m here to tell you yes – and here’s why. I’m a professional photographer with decades of experience who walked straight out of high school and into the best fashion photography studio in Australia. This was in the days when the photographer (a brilliant &...

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How to Become a Great Photographer

If you want to learn how to become a great photographer, read on. In my experience as a professional photographer in Australia for 47 years, starting as a Fashion Photographer, and then adding Advertising Photographer to my list of accomplishments, capturing great images that are of value requires more than technical skills or the newest...

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Lighting in Photography: The Complete Guide

Do you want to master lighting in photography? Understanding light is the very essence of photography, the cornerstone upon which our art is built. Without light there is no photography. It is the photographic element that is most transformational. That can take the average and form it into the extraordinary, and mastering it is essential...

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John Barrett Talks About Exposure In Photography

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Everything you Need to Know about Exposure in Photography

Exposure is one of the most vital aspects of photography. With poor exposure, your image might be totally washed out, or it might be too dark to really see any contrast. From understanding the theory behind it to the practical skills required to control it, we’ll guide you through everything you need to know about...

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Aperture: What It is, How It Works, and How to Harness Its Power

KoeppiK, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons Aperture is a vital aspect of photography that holds the key to transforming creative ideas into visually captivating images. Combining the perfect balance of imagination and fundamentals, aperture mastery is essential for any aspiring photographer looking to achieve stunning depth of field and exposure in their shots. This...

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How to Become a Photographer - Your Complete Guide

Photography doesn’t have to just be a hobby, it can be a full-time profession – if you pursue the endeavour thoroughly. And with the help of this guide on how to become a photographer, you’ll be in with a chance! I can tell you after decades as a Fashion Photographer and an Advertising Photographer...

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When There Is No 2nd Chance!

THE VALUE OF PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY TO YOUR BUSINESS. Case Study: Neds Campaign: Take it to the Neds level… Agency: BCM Photographer: John Barrett THE SCENARIO Block off 3 CBD streets Book a supercar, a thoroughbred, a jockey, a boxer, some greyhounds and a hundred extras dressed in every sports uniform available. While the film crew...

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Visual Content Marketing – The Power Of Great Images

The ever increasing impact of digital communications and social media on the audience underlines the massive changes that have occurred in Brand Communication over the last decades. Yet this simple 100yr old phrase is more important than ever; ‘A PICTURE IS WORTH A THOUSAND WORDS‘ FIRSTLY, SOME RESEARCH THAT SHOWS THE IMPORTANCE OF PROFESSIONALLY CREATED...

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Creating great Digital Photography doesn’t have to send you broke!

You don’t need to pay a fortune for the latest photographic gizmo to create great images. I’ve had the absolute pleasure of 45 years as a professional photographer creating fashion and advertising images for global brands and advertising agencies. However, this overview is not to show how experienced and knowledgeable I am about photography although...

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