In the Moment

Commerical photographer John Huet love to make it up as he goes along.

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Assignment: Single Handed

Gary Yost: Fire-Watcher on the Mountain

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Rich Clarkson: The Right Place at the Right Time to Get the Shots

Rich Clarkson, an acclaimed photojournalist, who…

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Reaction Time

John Solano says that for him, photographing weddings is a lot like photographing sports.

In a New York Minute: Images of a Long Weekend

Lindsay Silverman spends a weekend shooting with only one D-SLR and lens…

Capturing the Essence of an Athlete in Photographs

Although many photographers look for the perfect moment, what Dave…

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The Global Reach of Photography

Jim Richardson does his homework to bring back amazing photographs for National…

Getting the Shots Nobody Else Thought Of

From football stadium to concert stage, David Bergman gets the goods.

Making Great COOLPIX Videos of Your Kid's Sports

Tips & Tricks from photographer Ann Cutting

Racing Days

Fast boats, faster frames with Jody Dole

The Long Reacher

The new NIKKOR 200-400mm is at home on, and in, the field.

Photographing Sports Indoors and Out

Capturing the action of a sporting event is easy when you follow a few simple…

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Reflex Action: A Surf Photographer's Top Tips

Surf shooter Jay Watson offers tips for getting great surfing action photos

Imagine That

Nope, we didn't make a mistake. The photos you see here were not taken by several different photographers;…

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Andrew Kornylak: Reality Show

Authenticity in photography

Repeating Flash Lighting Technique

Joe McNally uses the technique of repeating flash to capture the grace of balletic…

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Extreme Adventure

Adventure photographer Corey Rich goes to great lengths—and great heights— to get the shot.

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Hands On

Lindsay Silverman discusses autofocusing when using teleconverters

Understanding Focal Length

Focal length, usually represented in millimeters (mm), is the basic description of a…

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Nikon World Online Exclusive: Deep North

Corey Rich documents a first ascent in Northern Alaska's Brooks Range.

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Parting Shot: The Spinners

Blaine Harrington photographs acrobats in mid-air

Taking Better Photographs of the American West

When you get a chance to visit the open prairies, and photograph ranchers…

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Competitive Edge

Andrew Hancock on sports photography

Six Steps to Lighting Magic with Joe McNally

Follow lighting expert Joe McNally's instructions for easy flash photography…

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Outdoor Pursuit

Bill Hatcher photographs the impossible—well, let's say the extremely difficult.

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iPhone App

Nikon’s new iPhone app gives you anytime, anywhere access to Learn & Explore educational and editorial…

Understanding ISO Sensitivity

Photography is built on the three pillars of exposure: shutter speed, aperture and…

51-Point Autofocus System

The 51-point AF system positions 51 points of focus within the frame to allow photographers to…

Photojournalist Turned Digital Pioneer Travels the World Taking Pictures

A lifetime of photography takes Nick Didlick…

Prime Lenses

What is a prime lens? Well, it's a lens that isn't a zoom. A prime lens has a fixed focal length which means…

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Superstar: D4 Delivers High Speed Performance

Learn about the features of Nikon's new flagship D-SLR

Zoom Lens Maximum Aperture: Fixed and Variable Apertures

Zoom lenses can have either a fixed maximum aperture or a…

Photography Lighting Tutorial Part 2 - Control of Color

Go on location with Joe McNally for a video tutorial on lighting…

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Photography Lighting Tutorial Part 1 - Control of Color

Go on location with Joe McNally for a video tutorial on lighting…

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Shooting Extreme Action Photography

Photographer Beth Wald doesn't just shoot from the sidelines; she's in the middle of…

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Workshop: Places to Stand

Michael Clark on Three Words: Location, Location, Location

Pete Turner: Master of Color Photography

Pete Turner is a master of color, but he's also a master of content and mystery.

Live View Shooting Modes

Live View Shooting Mode enables you to view and compose the shot without looking through the…

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Sum Total

Stewart Halperin on photographing vibrant colors

Peter Hemming: A Dozen Photos and the Stories Behind Each One

How an image was conceived is as important as the metadata…

Create and Publish Your Own Photo Book

A photo book is a great way to share your images with the world.

How to Take Great Portraits

Tips from portrait photography pro Karen Kuehn

Partners

Michael Clark on exchanging ideas, creating images

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Assignment: Dynamic Duos of Storytelling Skill

Corey Rich and Celin Serbo collaborate on assignment

Top Ten Trek Tips from the Trail with Mark Alberhasky

The top 10 questions asked of Mark Alberhasky on photo treks may…

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Using Teleconverters

Teleconverters let you extend your photographic reach

Photographing People Using Wireless Lighting Techniques

Tom Bol's images inspire new ways of taking a portrait photo.

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Shooting Wirelessly with Nikon Digital Cameras and Wi-Fi Adapters

Enjoy wireless transfer of images with Wi-Fi compatible…

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Tips from a Model Turned Professional Photographer

See how photographer Nancy Brown turned a 20-year modeling career in…

Lighting Techniques: Light Painting

Using the technique of light painting allows you to add depth and dimension to your…

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Create a Visual Meme With Your Photos & Quick Wit!

Learn how to create a Meme with your own digital photographs that you…

Tips for Photographing Mountains

Making the most of mountains in landscape photographs

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Vari-angle LCD

An LCD monitor that folds out from the camera body, making it easier for the user to compose, record and…

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First Frame

Layne Kennedy photographs the birds

Taking Better Photographs on the Water

Harbors, bays, oceans and rivers all have one thing in common—interesting and…

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Bill Coleman: A Long Term Photo Project

Whether shooting the Amish of Pennsylvania or the landscapes of Maine or Italy,…

Basic Underwater Photography Tips

5 tips to taking better photos under the sea

Creatively Photographing Objects Up Close

The idea that less is more can be applied to the subject matter in your photos.

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Add Interest to Photographs with Framing Elements

Using elements of a scene to frame your images adds interest while…

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Nikon Resources to Find the Photography Information You Need

Here are some tips to help you find the information you…

Capturing Cats in Pictures

With a little patience you too can make great pictures of your pet cat or kitten.

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Tips for Photographing Birds

Birds make great subjects for photographs; tips for capturing them with your camera.

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Bokeh for Beginners

Have your subjects stand apart from the background with this easy technique

John Shaw: A Photographer's Vision Simplified

See how one of the foremost nature, outdoor and natural history…

Photo Ops in Philadelphia

Subject Suggestions from a Seasoned Pro

Just Say Mo. Slow-Mo that is.

Steve Heiner shoots slow-motion video

Capturing Images of Polar Bears

Join Kevin Gilbert on a trip to photograph the amazing polar bears in northern Manitoba.

Taking Photographs of Alligators and Other Swamp Life

Get out and take a hike—just don't forget to bring your camera.

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Quick Takes: Eddie Soloway—Photographing the Essence of a Subject

Part II: He’s back—and he has more of his insightful…

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Slow View

Slow View technology helps you capture an exact moment in time

Lessons from a Travel Photographer

Attention to details has helped make Rosanne Pennella the successful travel…

Jody Dole Photographs Objects that Catch His Eye

See how commercial shooter Jody Dole uses anything and everything to…

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Cliff Mautner: King of Hearts

Cliff Mautner's unique style has made him a successful and in-demand wedding photographer.

Preservation and Protection of Wildlife Through Photography

Photographer Moose Peterson's respect for wildlife and the…

GPS

Embed GPS data in your images and track where you've been.

The Power and Beauty of Bears and Other Animals

When the animal in the viewfinder is a bear, this photographer knows…

Taking Natural Looking Photos of Your Kids

This video with professional photographer Ann Cutting will help you get great…

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Thomas D. Mangelsen Understands the Behavior of the Animals he Photographs

Photography is about much more than taking…

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Miles of Aisles

Kevin Kubota establishes his clients' comfort level before the wedding, so that on the big day they will…

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Surprise Ice

All photographs can lead to teaching exercises with Bill Durrence

Add a Human Element to Your Photographs

Applying this simple technique will add interest to your photos.

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Think About Your Subject Before You Begin Shooting

Find out why thinking about your photos can be as important as taking…

Camera Technique: Looking Into the Viewfinder, Not Through it

View Mark Alberhasky's video on a photography fundamental -…

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First Frame: Old Money

Cameron Knowlton uses light painting technique to shoot old money

Photographing the Night Sky: Star Trails

Astrophotography: tips for making great star trail images

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Photo Ops in NYC

Subject Suggestions from a Seasoned Pro

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Assignment: Road Trip

Bob Krist pursues persons of interest

Photographing NYC’s Times Square at night

Big cities like New York are full of great places to take photographs, with the…

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Comfort Zone

Ryan Brenizer on photographing weddings with prime NIKKORs

Moiré & False Color

The role of the optical low pass filter in D-SLRs.

Quick Takes: Eddie Soloway - Photographic Imagination

Part III: Eddie Soloway wraps up the series with a simple question.

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Notebook: Permanent Record

Benny Migliorino shoots a graphic arts story

Tips For Making Tempting Food Photos

Alison Lyons offers simple tips for taking great photos of food & drink

When to Use Graduated Neutral Density Filters

How to use a graduated neutral density filter to decrease extreme light to…

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Photographing an RIT Big Shot

Light painting technique used on a grand scale

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Empowering Conservation Through Photography

Experienced landscape photographer Jack Dykinga captures his photographs to…

How-To Take Great Photos at the Aquarium

Tips for photographing the fish and creatures that live under water

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The Stories that Can be Told Through Photography

Commercial photographer Arthur Meyerson likes his photos to say the most…

Polarizing Filters Add POW to Pictures

An Easy to Use Accessory, Polarizing Filters Bring out the Color and Definition in…

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