Capturing the Essence of an Athlete in Photographs

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

Photograph Family and Friends During the Holidays

The holidays are prime picture-taking time. Get some great tips on…

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Getting Started: Memory Cards and Batteries

Take care of the little things, and you'll be ready for the big things.

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Quick Takes: Eddie Soloway - Photographic Adventures

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

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The Edge: On The Scene

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

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

Rich Clarkson, an acclaimed photojournalist, who…

Taking Natural Looking Photos of Your Kids

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

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Tips from a Model Turned Professional Photographer

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

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The Inspired Image

Communication is key for Dixie Dixon in creating stunning images

Dustin Snipes: Rising Star

Photographer has a flair for capturing unique portraits of athletes and sports action

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Comfort Zone

Ryan Brenizer on photographing weddings with prime NIKKORs

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Shooting the Effects of Global Warming

Gary Braasch follows the evidence; the power of photography does the rest.

Create and Publish Your Own Photo Book

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

Zoo and Wildlife Photography

Spend a day at the zoo with wildlife photographer Julie Larsen Maher

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Just Say Mo. Slow-Mo that is.

Steve Heiner shoots slow-motion video

How a Sports Illustrated Photographer Shoots his Kid's Games

What can a Sports Illustrated photographer teach you about…

Making Great COOLPIX Videos of Your Kid's Sports

Tips & Tricks from photographer Ann Cutting

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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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First Frame

Layne Kennedy photographs the birds

How to Take Great Portraits

Tips from portrait photography pro Karen Kuehn

Quick Takes: Eddie Soloway - Photographic Imagination

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

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When You Explore All Angles, Better Pictures Happen

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

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Andrew Kornylak: Reality Show

Authenticity in photography

NIKON WORLD ONLINE EXCLUSIVE: These Just In: D3S Images From Space

Extraordinary photography from the world's greatest…

Playtime

Laurie Bailey's effortless picture making meathod

Taking Pictures of Fireworks

Learn how to get great fireworks shots this summer.

Photo Ops in Philadelphia

Subject Suggestions from a Seasoned Pro

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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Sum Total

Stewart Halperin on photographing vibrant colors

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Marketplace: Step by Step

Taking it easy with the D3200

Photo Ops in NYC

Subject Suggestions from a Seasoned Pro

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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…

How to Read Your Camera Manual

Your camera manual, it's not a novel, so don't try reading it cover to cover.

Here and Now

The added attractions of the D5100.

Photographing Buildings at Twilight

Amyn Nasser captures the romance of a beautiful city at night.

Picture Controls Step-by-Step

Utilize Picture Controls in-camera or during post-processing to change the look of your…

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Capture NX 2: Lesson 7

Learn how to straighten a tilted image.

Creating D-movies with your Nikon D-SLR: Lesson 3

HD Video Do's and Don'ts.

Photojournalist Turned Digital Pioneer Travels the World Taking Pictures

A lifetime of photography takes Nick Didlick…

Travel Photography with Reed Hoffman

The Birqash camel market in Cairo provides the backdrop for some interesting travel…

Capturing or Freezing Motion in Photos

Learn how to freeze the motion in an action scene or capture a blur to show…

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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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Pete Turner: Master of Color Photography

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

Master Class: Just Watch and Learn

Steve Heiner discusses moviemaking inspiration

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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Capturing Cats in Pictures

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

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iPhone App

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

Preservation and Protection of Wildlife Through Photography

Photographer Moose Peterson's respect for wildlife and the…

The Importance of Quality Audio Capture

Simple tips for photographers shooting HD video with Nikon D-SLRs.

Bill Coleman: A Long Term Photo Project

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

Scene Auto Selector

A COOLPIX feature that recognizes the type of scene or setting and automatically selects the…

How to Photograph Lightning

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

Outdoor Pursuit

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

Shooting a Rock Concert

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

COOLPIX: Top Choice for Vacation Camera

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

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Reaction Time

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

Photographing an RIT Big Shot

Light painting technique used on a grand scale

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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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At the Moment

Greg Gibson trades photojournalism for documentary wedding photography

Photographing Water Using the Multiplication Factor Technique

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

Tips for Shooting Sports

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

Preserve and Protect: Got a Backup Plan for Your Photos?

Don't lose those precious photos. Make sure you've got a backup…

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Smart Photo Selector Mode

Smart Photo Selector mode lets the camera do all the work.

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The Global Reach of Photography

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

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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Canyon Country Shooting

Tips for taking great photos of the Southwestern United States

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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…

Time Travels

Steve Heiner shares the art of time-lapse videos.

'Shooting the Curl' Gets a Whole New Meaning

Welcome to the surf as Clark Little sees it.

In the Moment

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

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Notebook: Reel World

Joseph Holmes' Projectionist Project

Photographing Commercial Assignments with a Sports Angle

Find out how quick veteran photographer John Huet needed to be…

How To Take Better Travel Photos

When you're planning your next trip or vacation, spend some time planning for the photos…

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Surprise Ice

All photographs can lead to teaching exercises with Bill Durrence

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Reflex Action: A Surf Photographer's Top Tips

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

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

Expanding photographic horizons with a mentor's guidance

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Parting Shot: The Spinners

Blaine Harrington photographs acrobats in mid-air

What Your Favorite Films Can Teach You About Making Films

Steve Heiner creates a short D-movie based on blockbusters that…

Shooting Abstract Photos that Make the Viewer Guess

Sometimes showing just a hint of your subject can be more compelling…

Shooting Spectacular Sunrises and Sunsets

Jim Harmer’s tips for photographing at dawn and dusk

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The Challenge of Bird Photography

B. Moose Peterson tells why photographing birds in the field is well worth the…

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Strategy Sessions

Doug Gordon on wedding photography

Lessons from a Travel Photographer

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

Geotagging: Do More with your Images and Videos

GPS, Geolocation and Geotagging

Taking Pictures in Cold Weather

Weldon Lee has some tips to keep you taking pictures—even in the cold and snow.

How To Grow Your Garden Photography Skills

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

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Hands On

Lindsay Silverman discusses autofocusing when using teleconverters

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Shooting Long Exposures:

Deborah Sandidge on shooting long exposure landscapes and cityscapes

Making Great COOLPIX Videos on a Vacation

Tips & Tricks from photographer Ann Cutting

Exposure Bracketing: The Creative Insurance Policy

Get creative with your photography by using this age-old technique.

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Balancing Photo Exposures with Nikon's Active D-Lighting

Bring light to the shadows with Nikon's Active D-Lighting

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…

Which NIKKOR Lens Type is Right for Your D-SLR?

Learn what the different types of NIKKOR lenses are and which ones will…

How to Read Your NIKKOR Lens Barrel

Understanding what all of those markings and designations on your lens really mean.

Moose Peterson: How to Photograph Winter Landscapes

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

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The Stories that Can be Told Through Photography

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

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Essential Elements

Randy Ziegler on simplicity in compositions, gear and advice

Multi Story

In which smart gets smarter

Learning How to Use Your Camera's Histogram

The histogram is a useful tool that analyzes tonal range and helps in…

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Capturing Images of Polar Bears

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

Understanding Maximum Aperture

Learn how aperture affects the end-result image.

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5 Easy Composition Guidelines

Follow 5 easy tips for better photo compositions

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