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This blog is designed to give lessons in photography, kayak photography, and as a platform to share kayak videography experiments. There is a lot of good information here, so feel free to browse through archives and enjoy-
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Tag Archives: tips
Getting clarity by turning off your focus
One of the best camera tech tips I ever got was to turn off the focus capability of the shutter release button. I’ve been doing so for years now, and today, I suggest that you do the same. (Gasps of … Continue reading
Posted in How To, How To, photography, SLR
Tagged AF, auto focus, camera, focus control, photography, shutter release button, tips
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How to take photographs from a kayak: Six quick tips on holding yourself and your camera
Perhaps one of the most important things for being a successful kayak photographer is learning how to hold your camera and your body. Since a tripod is impractical do to the amplified movement at its head, you and your body … Continue reading
Posted in How To, kayak photography, nature photography, photography, safety, SLR, wildlife photography
Tagged how to, kayak, nature, photography, techniques, tips
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