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<a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/search/label/A%20Year%20Ago" target="_blank">A Year Ago on Boost Your Photography</a> is a twice-monthly post rounding up all the great content available on BYP that has been published during this same time of year, across the years. It's a quick way to catch up on content you may have missed, including seasonal and time-sensitive photography tips and ideas.<br />
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<li><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2015/03/memory-card.html" target="_blank">Memory Card Disaster: what to do about broken, corrupt, or damaged memory cards</a>. When disaster strikes, know your options!</li>
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<li><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2014/03/light-tent.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Product Review: Square Perfect Light Tent</a>. This light tent kit is an easy way to take fantastic photographs of smaller objects, especially for product photography. A light tent is a must-have if you are trying to photograph objects for sale, such as on Etsy or eBay. This is a review of the light tent kit that I personally own and use.</li>
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<li><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2014/03/light-tents.html" target="_blank">Series of Posts on Light Tent</a>. This post is a quick overview to multiple posts about light tents both here, on <b>Boost Your Photography</b>, and guest posts of mine for <b>Digital Photography School</b>. Find out how to use a light tent properly, how to create a DIY version, and a direct head-to-head comparison between DIY and professional light tent kits.</li>
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<li><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2015/03/decisive-moment.html" target="_blank">The Decisive Moment in Photography</a>. The phrase "the decisive moment" has become well-worn in street photography, but read on to find out why it is an important idea to consider for all kinds of photography situations!</li>
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Katiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00976518664053843566noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3394723680373817076.post-8021109382297464122024-03-02T12:54:00.000-06:002024-03-02T12:54:00.123-06:00March on Boost Your Photography<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/search/label/A%20Year%20Ago" target="_blank">A Year Ago on Boost Your Photography</a> is a twice-monthly post rounding up all the great content available on BYP that has been published during this same time of year, across the years. It's a quick way to catch up on content you may have missed, including seasonal and time-sensitive photography tips and ideas.<br />
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</ul><ul><li><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2014/03/macro-fakery-background-creation.html" target="_blank">Macro Fakery: Background Creation</a>:<b> </b>Find out a few simple tricks for backgrounds in your macro and close-up photography - includes behind-the-scenes wide shots.</li>
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<li><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2015/02/interiors.html" target="_blank">Photographing Interiors</a>. Easy-to-implement tips for how to rock shooting in interior locations.</li>
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<li>Another Black and White Book Club: <a href="http://craftandvision.com/collections/andrew-s-gibson/products/the-magic-of-black-and-white-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Magic of Black and White, Vol 1</a> by Andrew Gibson. <a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2015/01/bw-bookclub.html" target="_blank">Week 1 focused on seeing in black and white</a>, <a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2015/02/bw-bookclub2.html" target="_blank">week 2 on details in black and white</a>, and <a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2015/02/bw-bookclub4.html" target="_blank">week 3 on developing a single subject in black and white</a>.</li>
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<li><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2014/01/bookclub.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Black and White Book Club: Michael Freeman</a>. Last year for the month of February a large group of photographers participated in a black and white only photography month plus book club. We read and discussed Michael Freeman's <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1600595235/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1600595235&linkCode=as2&tag=archaeophotog-20" target="_blank">The Complete Guide to Black & White Digital Photography</a> or <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0415833515/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=0415833515&linkCode=as2&tag=archaeophotog-20" target="_blank">Michael Freeman Black and White Photography Field Guide</a>. (<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0415833515/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=0415833515&linkCode=as2&tag=archaeophotog-20" target="_blank">The Field Guide</a> is a slightly slimmed down version of <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1600595235/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1600595235&linkCode=as2&tag=archaeophotog-20" target="_blank">The Complete Guide</a>,) This first post is an introduction to the book and an invitation to join the challenge. </li>
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Katiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00976518664053843566noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3394723680373817076.post-31265604172700948592023-12-23T06:30:00.002-06:002023-12-23T06:30:00.243-06:00On the 12th Day of #DSLR ...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span>Welcome to <b>The 12 Days of DSLR</b>. This year you don't have to wait - you can read all 12 posts immediately!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We revisited and updated 12 of our most popular posts to give you the jumpstart on making the most of your DSLR camera. This series is aimed at first-time DSLR owners as well as those who want a little more guidance for how the make the most out of shooting with a DSLR.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" trbidi="on"><h2 style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2020/12/settings.html" target="_blank">Day 1: Know your settings and camera zero</a></h2><h2 style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhm06nfpnKBv16-zdTDXKMVxoj0jbwJI4MrQsUTxV4M4lqiaHCfisyRxf1zMawJQdvbiGigkvQis4cqcZuxS52wAYdQogg0rSqz2zQ6_1deBJSmAd5tU5GjQ7bspPErtgeZiGV7VUSLrnmJ/s575/12daysofDSLR-knowsettings.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbVOtkLGXBGhyoptjtrwHeX4NdHkeOQ5pauzX_17bjFBSoV5e1vvz53xktIejH9iHldQT1uBrobishp2DN7RU4nFlwOzOlTEk8T1Bw5nTVDKRRl1D8KxYYrhGpHMpBLrQrOURGhKDIxgOf/s575/12daysofDSLR-aperture2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="432" data-original-width="575" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbVOtkLGXBGhyoptjtrwHeX4NdHkeOQ5pauzX_17bjFBSoV5e1vvz53xktIejH9iHldQT1uBrobishp2DN7RU4nFlwOzOlTEk8T1Bw5nTVDKRRl1D8KxYYrhGpHMpBLrQrOURGhKDIxgOf/w400-h300/12daysofDSLR-aperture2.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2020/12/depth-of-field.html" target="_blank"><br /></a><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2020/12/lens.html" target="_blank">Day 4: All about your camera lens(es)</a></h2><h2 style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1h5A0aygd8VrQzsdyAQEbhPSsK_KTTlA_BKeJtWMUFA1_k9Dg-eYV82LW7_NQ57QrBU1S_wXxP3A6_23BMhGO2tq0b1cPQ-pu5pRfKKjPcHKNyjN7DiNL3JjdYu_vyRIdWa-Sfh-DtaBz/s575/12daysofDSLR-lens.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEM37brWTaq_-CWyYUQib8QshKkvz9QxyMFXkm1G38UXUzxZFM7jb1_7ir8Xc8HWpzdgW9JHP4nwe8CGLWErV4-y__07PtITAu_53bMZFtf9NZSZGAHE6c84v-v9Z_T0HfUvZE_drj_8r9/s952/12daysofDSLR-splurge.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="952" data-original-width="575" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEM37brWTaq_-CWyYUQib8QshKkvz9QxyMFXkm1G38UXUzxZFM7jb1_7ir8Xc8HWpzdgW9JHP4nwe8CGLWErV4-y__07PtITAu_53bMZFtf9NZSZGAHE6c84v-v9Z_T0HfUvZE_drj_8r9/w241-h400/12daysofDSLR-splurge.jpg" width="241" /></a></div><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2020/12/splurge.html" target="_blank"><br /></a><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2021/01/white-balance.html" target="_blank">Day 7: What the … white balance</a></h2><h2 style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLflWfDkL8chan1SyrScuZEXkWG6QN5on9BXQulE0IzzANNLsUfm24qVfqUVNS43EOVA3asoOW9WkJdhVItjMI1icvHOv4fuBGaoM7jQf1xfLokHjDn8IOtNzZNHt76h4oG0-VBZq5ivoe/s575/12daysofDSLR-whitebalance.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><h2 style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2021/01/home.html" target="_blank">Day 12: At-Home Photography</a></h2><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUlvnEbndNzsu0Gk3xU20CJr1205SbS91lw9-5Zpi31HToEijBKwXmv_lFCcSGmsRZ0k4cFJ5yvYLX02GbYPxv9JPmZs0nQjFsfmdiKZGCJrKYtqoDOWMGwRfBND8nRv9lXgkcCBTBHiCi/s575/12daysofDSLR-athome-first.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="575" data-original-width="575" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUlvnEbndNzsu0Gk3xU20CJr1205SbS91lw9-5Zpi31HToEijBKwXmv_lFCcSGmsRZ0k4cFJ5yvYLX02GbYPxv9JPmZs0nQjFsfmdiKZGCJrKYtqoDOWMGwRfBND8nRv9lXgkcCBTBHiCi/w400-h400/12daysofDSLR-athome-first.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;" trbidi="on"><br /></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Find endless photography inspiration at home! <a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2021/01/home.html" target="_blank">Day 12: At-home photography</a> contains ideas sorted by whether any planning (or supplies) are required, from no-prep, minimal prep, and some advanced planning required. Everyone can find something new to try. </div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br /></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><h3>12 Days of DSLR, all in one place: </h3><div><br /></div><div dir="ltr" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" trbidi="on"><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2020/12/settings.html" target="_blank">Day 1: Know your settings and camera zero</a></div><div dir="ltr" trbidi="on"><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2020/12/shutter-speed.html" target="_blank">Day 2: Shutter speed overview</a></div><div dir="ltr" trbidi="on"><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2020/12/depth-of-field.html" target="_blank">Day 3: Depth of field and aperture</a></div></div><div dir="ltr" trbidi="on"><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2020/12/lens.html" target="_blank">Day 4: All about your camera lens(es)</a></div></div><div dir="ltr" trbidi="on"><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2020/12/bargains.html" target="_blank">Day 5: Best accessories for your DSLR, part 1: bargains</a></div></div><div dir="ltr" trbidi="on"><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2020/12/splurge.html" target="_blank">Day 6: Best accessories for your DSLR, part 2: splurges</a></div></div><div dir="ltr" trbidi="on"><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2021/01/white-balance.html" target="_blank">Day 7: What the … white balance</a></div></div><div dir="ltr" trbidi="on"><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2021/01/composition.html" target="_blank">Day 8: Composition basics</a></div></div><div dir="ltr" trbidi="on"><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2021/01/zooming.html" target="_blank">Day 9: Zooming vs. cropping: watch your background and move your feet</a></div></div><div dir="ltr" trbidi="on"><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2021/01/black-and-white.html" target="_blank">Day 10: Black and white photography</a></div></div><div dir="ltr" trbidi="on"><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2021/01/snows.html" target="_blank">Day 11: Snow photography tips</a></div><div dir="ltr" trbidi="on"><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2021/01/home.html" target="_blank">Day 12: At-home photography</a></div></div>
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<a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/search/label/A%20Year%20Ago" target="_blank">A Year Ago on Boost Your Photography</a> is a twice-monthly post rounding up all the great content available on BYP that has been published during this same time of year, across the years. It's a quick way to catch up on content you may have missed, including seasonal and time-sensitive photography tips and ideas.<br />
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<li><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2014/11/photographing-children.html" target="_blank">How to Shoot Your Children (With a Camera)</a>. This guest post by photographer <a href="http://www.elizabethvanorden.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Elizabeth Van Orden</a> shares 7 easy-to-implement tips to take your children photography from humdrum to wow!</li>
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<li><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2014/09/apps.html" target="_blank">Must Have Apps to Assist Your Photography</a>. The third in the apps series, this post focuses on apps that will help you plan, shoot, and perfect your phone photography. Recommendations are suitable for both Android and Apple devices.</li>
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<li><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2014/09/architecture.html" target="_blank">How to Photograph Architecture</a>. This post contains great tips and advice for shooting architecture, including composition ideas and tips for interior as well as exterior shots.</li></ul><div><ul style="text-align: left;">
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<li><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2013/09/aperture.html" target="_blank">Aperture and the F/Stop Conundrum</a>. The first in a series of introductory posts about aperture. Aperture and the F/Stop Conundrum provides an informative overview of aperture, how to use it, and what the deal is with "f/stops."</li>
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<li><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2013/09/aperturef18.html" target="_blank">What an Aperture of f/1.8 Can Do for You</a>. This post lays out the basics of wide open aperture and covers common uses and situations for the wide third of the aperture range (around f/1.8 to f/3.5). The first post in this series is <a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2013/09/aperture.html" target="_blank">Aperture and the F/Stop Conundrum</a>. </li>
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<li><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2013/09/aperturef8.html" target="_blank">What an Aperture of f/8 to f/11 Can Do for You</a>. This next post covers the middle range or "who cares" apertures, around f/8 to f/11. Find out exactly when to use these apertures and how you can rely on them as the workhorses of common shooting situations.</li>
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<li><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2013/09/aperturef22.html" target="_blank">What an Aperture of f/22 Can Do for You</a>. This post rounds out the series by covering the narrow end of the aperture spectrum, up around f/18 to f/22. Find out how to use these aperture values to maximize focus in your image or to slow down your shutter speed for lovely, silky water shots or to create incredible sunburst effects.</li>
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<a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/search/label/A%20Year%20Ago" target="_blank">A Year Ago on Boost Your Photography</a> is a twice-monthly post rounding up all the great content available on BYP that has been published during this same time of year, across the years. It's a quick way to catch up on content you may have missed, including seasonal and time-sensitive photography tips and ideas.<br />
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<a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2014/08/blue-hour.html" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjZ_W2KmuHYzWfxRLGRVmMc99492E37GzEjGfkZ_BehVmb4BGdtWgneOcTDiLeovlTuW-tbQrTH8auZVn6n2UG-hceiUxQt14Wy3Vmtes6puo3mdJ3kdGM1depy7sUCFbDg2RrUZmWj2-l/s320/blue-hour-small.jpg" width="315" /></a></div>
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<li><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2014/08/blue-hour.html" target="_blank">Blue Hour Photography</a>. The blue hour, right after sunset or right before sunrise, is an incredible time for photography. Find out how to make the most of the blue hour with these tips and examples.</li>
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Katiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00976518664053843566noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3394723680373817076.post-50209647446689203872023-05-06T06:30:00.002-05:002023-05-06T06:30:00.137-05:00May's A Year Ago on Boost Your Photography<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<li><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2014/05/focus.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Focus on Focus</a>. An introduction to how to focus, including why to use a manual focus point, the difference in autofocus modes, and how and why to focus and recompose. </li>
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<li><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2014/05/where-focus.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Deciding Where to Focus</a>. This follow-up post elaborates on the importance of knowing where to focus when shooting.</li></ul><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2015/05/flowers.html" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikfuKcSPaieL_CkT78vHQO_YBJ8fKvuN8WeRAEMetcjXg5HKiCwjwEJEYi590jdZj1Z3OcplWYDUDmKqzmEkvyqDlImAv27bhwFgAxa30rBVjtw_no6qndEMFjndk3le6eCqOYJrlgZASE/s1600/closer-flowers.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><ul><li><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2015/05/flowers.html" target="_blank">5 Tips for Better Flower Photographs</a>. These five can't-miss tips will make dramatic improvements in your flower photographs, allowing you to stand out!</li></ul></div><div><ul style="text-align: left;">
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<li><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2014/05/displays.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">5 Inspiring Ways to Display Photographs</a>. This collection of posts and pins features great ideas and inspiring arrangements for displaying your images. </li>
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<li><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2014/04/before-after.html" target="_blank">Better Before and After Photographs</a>. Before your next DIY project or room make-over, find out how to take great before and after photographs to really showcase your work. </li>
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<li><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2013/05/rephotography-dear-photograph.html" target="_blank">Rephotography: Dear Photograph</a>. This rephotography project idea comes courtesy of the web site <a href="http://dearphotograph.com/" target="_blank">Dear Photograph</a>. All you need is a set of older photographs and the time to return to the original location and match your your shot. Presto! (Read the full article for more details.)</li>
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<li><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2013/05/start-series-from-where-i-stand.html" target="_blank">Start a Series: from where I stand</a>. This creative approach to selfies involves creating a collection of photographs where you include your feet for both context and scale. Read on for more ideas and inspiration!</li>
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<a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/search/label/A%20Year%20Ago" target="_blank">A Year Ago on Boost Your Photography</a> is a twice-monthly post rounding up all the great content available on BYP that has been published during this same time of year, across the years. It's a quick way to catch up on content you may have missed, including seasonal and time-sensitive photography tips and ideas.<br />
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<a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2017/03/new-camera.html" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="220" data-original-width="440" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpVrmWhpJbEJaNoRQ5qN0Xh6uygliFxXbtMI-QynOLQZ2Qk6NIqbJt0nG2zy3Tuzwidf1nbybnhnN8wD1L4V3LR2_XUiZpZ5UwFIXB6Mr3oyIy_FEefNkeP-DOAmOl1eGEEoKhfuc27Rpj/s400/time-new-camera.jpg" width="400" /></a></div>
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<li><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2017/03/new-camera.html" target="_blank">Time for a New Camera?</a> Find out when an upgrade might be worth the investment.</li>
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<li><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2017/03/finding-perfect-type-of-camera-for-you.html" target="_blank">Finding the Perfect Camera for You</a>. Ready to make the jump and upgrade your camera? Find out what questions you should be asking and check out our handy infographic comparing different types of cameras.</li>
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<li><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2015/03/memory-card.html" target="_blank">Memory Card Disaster: what to do about broken, corrupt, or damaged memory cards</a>. When disaster strikes, know your options!</li>
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<li><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2014/03/light-tent.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Product Review: Square Perfect Light Tent</a>. This light tent kit is an easy way to take fantastic photographs of smaller objects, especially for product photography. A light tent is a must-have if you are trying to photograph objects for sale, such as on Etsy or eBay. This is a review of the light tent kit that I personally own and use.</li>
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<li><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2014/03/light-tents.html" target="_blank">Series of Posts on Light Tent</a>. This post is a quick overview to multiple posts about light tents both here, on <b>Boost Your Photography</b>, and guest posts of mine for <b>Digital Photography School</b>. Find out how to use a light tent properly, how to create a DIY version, and a direct head-to-head comparison between DIY and professional light tent kits.</li>
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<li><a href="http://www.boostyourphotography.com/2015/03/decisive-moment.html" target="_blank">The Decisive Moment in Photography</a>. The phrase "the decisive moment" has become well-worn in street photography, but read on to find out why it is an important idea to consider for all kinds of photography situations!</li>
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