In the dictionary, some of  the  words that  are  used  to define  rules are: Regulations. Law. What  is possible or allowable. Discipline. Control or dominion. Normal or customary. In the dictionary, some of  the  words that  are  used  to define  elements are: The primary or  fundamental parts of  something. To me, the words used to describe […]

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Whether you are photographing people, landscapes, a still life, or whatever else,  you are photographing light. Everything you see is a source of  light. The  source of light is either an illuminating light source or a reflecting light source. It’s important to pay attention to an illuminating light source because a reflective light source  can […]

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What do we need to pay to create GOOD photographs and yet cost us nothing out of our pockets?

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I’ve been catching some flak about my attitude toward composition. Some photographers believe that you should first learn and follow rules. I’m not one of those photographers, and I’m not alone. There was a reply to Photographic Composition: Rules Versus Elements that prompted me to research what other photographers thought about rules of composition. Here’s one  from a name […]

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Reminds Me Of Digital Camera Technology

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Drawing Inspiration – Mitch Epstein Drawing Inspiration is a series of posts dedicated to photographers who have inspired me. If possible, I’ve included a quote and a link to their work. http://www.mitchepstein.net/index.html Who are the photographers that inspire you? Please leave your comments and replies below.

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Washington DC Summertime Photography Class Series A series of summertime photography classes that can be taken at your leisure, in no particular order. Take one class or take more than one. Classes are short in duration (90 minutes to three hours) but are packed with information and hands on practice to help you improve your […]

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Scheduled – Intermediate Photography Classes In Washington, DC Reinforce your basic photography skills and techniques… Learn new skills and techniques… Understand and observe light… Be more precise in the creation of your photograph… Have the process of creating a photograph become more second nature… Learn about basic flash photography… Learn the basics of color photography… […]

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Scheduled – Lighting With Portable Flash Classes In Washington DC. Through lecture and practice with their own cameras and flash units the participants in this workshop will learn the basics of flash operation and how to use the flash more creatively and effectively. How to get the “proper exposure” with your flash… How to control […]

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Washington DC Photography Classes – July 23- August 4, 2016 Upcoming Photography Classes – Click On Links Below To Learn About Classes And To Register. Sat 23 Jul 130pm-3pm Using The Exposure Mode Dial On Your Camera Creatively Sun 24 Jul 10am-1pm Exposure Modes And Photographic Composition -July 24 Start -Sundays – 10am-1pm-Jul 24-31 Sun […]

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Upcoming Introduction to Photography Classes In Washington, DC. Introduction To Photography-Friday, August 5 start Introduction To Photography – Sunday, August 7 Start Introduction To Photography-Tuesday, August 9 Start Click the link to learn more.—> http://samdamico.com/introduction-photography-washington-dc-photography-class/ Learn to work your camera. Learn to work your camera. Learn basic photography. Learn to make better photographs. By working […]

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