When to Use Graduated Neutral Density Filters

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

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Effects Mode

The D5100 offers special effects that can be used when recording still images or D-movies. They can be found…

The Long Run

Jim Brandenburg chases the light

Getting Creative with Photos and Video

Tell better stories using the myriad of fun and artistic features built into Nikon…

'Shooting the Curl' Gets a Whole New Meaning

Welcome to the surf as Clark Little sees it.

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Well-Seen Images

Rob Van Petten on photographers who inspire him

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The Edge: On The Scene

Mike Corrado shoots the photographers shooting the D4 & D800 ad campaigns

Camera Technique: Looking Into the Viewfinder, Not Through it

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

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Photographing Intimate Landscapes with Rod Planck

Nature photographer Rod Planck takes a closer look at landscapes.

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COOLPIX: Top Choice for Vacation Camera

Nikon's compact digital cameras are packed with features that let you make great…

Tips from a Model Turned Professional Photographer

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

Bill Coleman: A Long Term Photo Project

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

Nikon Resources to Find the Photography Information You Need

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

Tips for Photographing Mountains

Making the most of mountains in landscape photographs

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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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Taking Better Photographs on the Water

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

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Top Photography Tips from Nikon School Instructors

Learn photography the easy way, at Nikon School

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First Frame

Layne Kennedy photographs the birds

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The Inspired Image

Communication is key for Dixie Dixon in creating stunning images

Walkabout

Talk a photo walk with Nikon pro Lindsay Silverman.

Basic Underwater Photography Tips

5 tips to taking better photos under the sea

Tips for Photographing Birds

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

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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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In Praise of Details

Finding the details in the everyday things around us can make for interesting photographs.

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Photo Tips from Across America

Nikon training specialist, Kristine Bosworth, covers the country and sends photography…

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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The Global Reach of Photography

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

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Parting Shot

James Neeley's kaleidoscopic imagery

Taking Natural Looking Photos of Your Kids

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

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Comfort Zone

Ryan Brenizer on photographing weddings with prime NIKKORs

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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…

Imagine That

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

Tips For Making Tempting Food Photos

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

Lessons from a Travel Photographer

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

Tips for Shooting Sports

Sports shooter Bill Sallaz knows what he wants and where to stand in order to get it

Quick Takes: Eddie Soloway - Photographic Imagination

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

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The Human Connection in Photos

Photojournalist Bob Pearson captures the human aspect of news stories

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

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

The Power and Beauty of Bears and Other Animals

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

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The Stories that Can be Told Through Photography

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

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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Understanding Focal Length

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

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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…

Getting Creative with White Balance

Try getting creative with your camera's white balance for some interesting results.

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Assignment: Road Trip

Bob Krist pursues persons of interest

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Andrew Kornylak: Reality Show

Authenticity in photography

Add a Human Element to Your Photographs

Applying this simple technique will add interest to your photos.

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Rainbow Connection: Behind the Scenes of a Shoot with Therese Aldgård

View the behind-the-scenes video of a high-fashion…

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How to Capture the “Wow” Factor

Photographer Evan Williams on shooting stunning photographs

Photographing it All

With experience as a newspaper photographer and close to 20 years with Sports Illustrated, George…

First Frame

Out of the past with Alison Lyons

Polarizing Filters Add POW to Pictures

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

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Want Images with Impact? Let Contrast Work for You.

Graphic power isn't always in the details.

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Create and Publish Your Own Photo Book

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

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

Photography is about much more than taking…

Speedlight Tutorial: Day to Night Technique

David Tejada uses Speedlights to create the illusion of a night scene

Photographing the Night Sky: Star Trails

Astrophotography: tips for making great star trail images

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Fine Focus: A 1-to-1 Photo Learning Experience

Expanding photographic horizons with a mentor's guidance

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Composing Photographs

Tips for making better compositions when photographing in the field

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

Rich Clarkson, an acclaimed photojournalist, who…

Strategy Sessions

Doug Gordon on wedding photography

The Importance of Composition When Shooting Nature

Pat O'Hara had to go far from home to really appreciate the…

Pete Turner: Master of Color Photography

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

Summer Lyn: Photographing Babies, Toddlers & Kids

Careful planning or just being lucky—both can work in your favor.

Quick Takes: Eddie Soloway - Photographic Adventures

Part I: Eddie Soloway's images result from a youthful sense of…

Understanding ISO Sensitivity

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

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5 Easy Composition Guidelines

Follow 5 easy tips for better photo compositions

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When You Explore All Angles, Better Pictures Happen

Tom Bol explains how changing perspective can make a better image.

Photographing Water Using the Multiplication Factor Technique

Ever wonder how the water in those photos looks so smooth?…

Carol Freeman - Photographing Endangered Species

Carol Freeman is a Naturalist Conservation photographer, her “studio” is…

Shooting for Better Photos? Details Can Make the Difference.

Moose Peterson photographs the small details that tell the…

How-To Take Great Photos at the Aquarium

Tips for photographing the fish and creatures that live under water

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Shooting Extreme Action Photography

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

Live View Shooting Modes

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

Making Pictures in the Rain

Just because it's raining doesn't mean there aren't great pictures waiting to be made.

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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 Pictures of Water Using Long Exposures

Getting that "silky" look when photographing moving water isn't…

Racing Days

Fast boats, faster frames with Jody Dole

How To Grow Your Garden Photography Skills

Taking great photographs of your own garden is easy with a few simple tips

Moose Peterson: Light Lessons

Seeing light opens up your photographic creativity

How to Photograph Lightning

Storm chaser Jim Reed offers valuable tips for making photos of lighning while staying safe.

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Take Better Portraits

Tips for taking a good portrait photo

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Essential Elements

Randy Ziegler on simplicity in compositions, gear and advice

Absolutely Free

Creative risk-taking with Lindsay Silverman.

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Remotely taking photographs

Flexible wired & wireless remote shooting options expand your photo taking capabilities

Shooting a Rock Concert

Whether you're taking photos at a major rock concert or at your child's school performance, these…

Making Great COOLPIX Videos on a Vacation

Tips & Tricks from photographer Ann Cutting

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Workshop: Places to Stand

Michael Clark on Three Words: Location, Location, Location

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…

Making Great COOLPIX Videos of a Child's Birthday Party

Tips & Tricks from photographer Ann Cutting

Speedlight Tutorial: Bounce Technique

David Tejada uses Speedlights wirelessly for pleasing portrait illumination

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Sum Total

Stewart Halperin on photographing vibrant colors

Playtime

Laurie Bailey's effortless picture making meathod

Speedlight Tutorial: Artificial Sunlight Technique

David Tejada uses Speedlights to add a late afternoon look to a scene

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

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

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10 Tips for Shooting Autumn Foliage

Nature photographer Rod Planck offers tips for shooting colorful fall foliage

Moose Peterson: How to Photograph Winter Landscapes

Exposing so the Snow’s White and Six Other Tips for Great Winter…

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Time Passages

Barry Brukoff’s passion for architecture, archeology and photography

Extreme Adventure

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

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At Large: Diplomatic Relations

Karen Kasmauski on photographing in chaotic environments

Shooting Spectacular Sunrises and Sunsets

Jim Harmer’s tips for photographing at dawn and dusk

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Macro Lenses

Reproduce objects up to life size using a Nikon Micro-NIKKOR Lens

How to Photograph a Solar Eclipse

Learn the techniques needed to shoot solar eclipses from Mr. Eclipse, Fred Espenak

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Always Be Prepared To Grab The Great Shot

Event photographers specialize in being "Jacks of all Trades."

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At the Moment

Greg Gibson trades photojournalism for documentary wedding photography