Mark Raymond Mason Fine Art Abstract Photography
 

Photography Tutorials

 
 
Basic Tips Top Ten Challenges
 
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Photography Tutorials ~

When I was first learning about photography, I found inspiration and a wealth of knowledge in the writings of other photographers.  In the same spirit, all of these tutorials are free to read, copy and share.  Please Contact Me if something's unclear or if you've got ideas for more tutorials.

 

Daily Photo Tip

If the battery in your camera is wearing out, keep the camera turned off until the moment you're ready to expose. Simply turn the camera on, focus, meter, shoot, and turn it off again. (Jan 3, 2010)

 


Basic Photography Tips  These articles are from a booklet I made to support a beginning photography workshop.  They focus on staying creative as you learn photography – if you're an aspiring art photographer, read these!

Basic Photography Tips 1: Basic Operations
Basic Photography Tips 2: Tips and Tricks
Basic Photography Tips 3: Thoughtful Photographs

Top Ten Lists  The Top Ten Lists explore creativity in photography.  Topics are explained with the fine art photographer in mind, but any photographer interested in aesthetics will find the lists worth reading.

Top Ten 1: Mistakes Fine Art Photographers Make
Top Ten 2: Design Elements to Experiment With
Top Ten 3: Terms That Confuse Fine Art Photographers

Challenges of Photography  Many situations place demands on photographers – nasty weather, poor-quality equipment, timelines, stress, and many more.  These tutorials focus on creating vibrant art in non-ideal situations.

Challenges of Photography 1: Nasty Weather
Challenges of Photography 2: Hazards
Challenges of Photography 3: Difficult Photo Situations