How to Photograph a European Vacation

I worked for a Belgian company for a number of years and was lucky enough to travel to Belgium and other countries frequently. I have also vacationed there with my family and have spent over 30 weeks in Belgium, Holland, France and Italy. Europe is a treasure trove of photographic opportunities. There are castles, palaces, ancient ruins and magnificent gardens to explore. The hotels and restaurants in most countries are fantastic and the rail service...

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How to Take the Best Pictures

Taking the best photos is not as simple as viewing and clicking. It takes proper planning of your composition, and visualizing your result, to shoot high-quality pictures every time. There are many things to take into consideration when setting up a shot, such as the compositional elements, focal point, lighting and focus. Practice incorporating these elements into your picture taking and in no time, they will come to you naturally. You will take...

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How to Take Photos From a Small Airplane

The sweeping, bird's eye view seen from riding in an airplane is what makes aerial photographs so popular. Aerial photos are used in cartography, environmental studies, land-use planning, film production, archeology, and artistic endeavors. It's fairly easy to find a small airplane to rent and take photos from, but there are some tips to make sure you get truly exceptional aerial photos while shooting from a small airplane. Instructions Before...

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