In this article, through a couple of different experiments you’ll learn the basics of light painting and explain some of the science going on behind the scenes in this unique long exposure photography technique.
How to Create LONG exposures with a Neutral Density Filter
If you’ve ever wanted to master the art of long exposure photography, taking photos measured in full seconds or multiples of seconds, you’ll need to know more about the Neutral Density Filter. Guest author Jim Hamel goes through selecting a ND filter and then the 5 steps to mastering it. Used properly, camera filters and the 10-stop ND filter will allow you to achieve effects that are not possible to add in post-processing. It will add a real “wow” factor to your photos especially when there is water, clouds, or moving lights involved
Guide to Photographing Light Trails at Night
Photographing light trails at night is a fun way to make some stunning images using long shutter speed. This how to guide on long exposure car trails shows you exactly how to do this from what equipment you need, finding a good location, timing the shots and even a bonus advanced tip on how to combine multiple images for even greater effect.
Easy Guide to Night Photography
A guest article by Jesse Summers on astral night photography. Tips for finding a good spot, minimal gear you need to do the job and how to set up your camera to get the best exposures. Follow his tips and you can do some great night photography!
How to do Night Photography
Guest author Gabriel Biderman gives some great tips on what equipment you need, some good starting points for exposure, and what to photograph at night for some stunning images.