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Fundamentals of Photography

Understanding the basic principles of photography
will not only help you take better pictures, it will make
your picture-taking more enjoyable. Fundamentals
of Photography explains and demonstrates some
basic photography techniques that will inspire you
to improve your photographic skills.

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  1. Light on the Subject
    The subject of your photograph isn't what you think.
  2. Learning to Use the Histogram
    The histogram is a useful tool that analyses tonal range and helps in creating a well-lit image.
    Advanced Content
  3. A Basic Look at the Basics of Exposure
    The relationship between aperture, shutter speed and ISO is the basis of every photograph. Reed Hoffmann explains this important concept.
    Advanced Content
  4. Composing Better Images
    No matter what your subject, good composition is the first step toward an image of which you can be proud.
  5. Creative Use of Depth of Field
    Control of depth-of-field is one of the most creative tools photographers have. But what exactly is depth-of-field?
  6. Fine Focus: Choosing and Using AF Modes
    Reed Hoffmann takes the mystery out of autofocus options.
  7. Mixing Flash and Ambient Light
    Dave Black shows you how to combine light from an off-camera flash with available light to capture the details often lost when a scene has sharp variations in contrast.
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  8. Taking a Closer Look
    Sometimes all you need to improve a photograph is to get closer to your subject.
  9. ISO Control
    For digital photography, ISO refers to the sensitivity of the camera's sensor. The ISO setting is one of three elements used to control exposure; the other two are f/stop and shutter speed.
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  10. The Big Tip
    View Mark Alberhasky's video on a photography fundamental - viewing your subject.
    Beginner Content
  11. Make A Good Photograph with Mark Alberhasky
    A seemingly simple notion about "seeing" can make all the difference in the photograph you take.
    Beginner Content
  12. How to (No Kidding) Read Your Camera Manual
    Your camera manual, it's not a novel, so don't try reading it cover to cover.
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