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  • “Footsteps”
    5DMk4, Tamron70-200, 1/200 sec at f8.0, ISO 250, Tripod, Godox 685 Speedlight gelled magenta camera left and Yongnuo YN600 gelled cyan camera right.
    Shot in my ‘home studio’ (read garage) with a black cloth background. Shot as a dramatic colour image. Post production in Lightroom and Photoshop, background from Google images.

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    • #ProPhotoCritique
      John, your subject is blending into the brick wall background. This is a common issue, especially with red/orange-toned bricks that closely match the tone of Caucasian skin. Additionally, the texture of the bricks makes it hard to distinguish the subject. To improve, consider moving your subject away from the backdrop or using a…Read More

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    Steve McCurry. Dust Storm, Rajasthan, India, 1983
    Photo Credit: Lightfoot Travel

    This is one of McCurry’s favourite images, a striking composition—a group of women huddled together amidst a dust storm with some pots in the foreground, anchoring the frame and bare trees in the background. The ethereal desert setting is brought to life with a war…Read More

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  • This portrait of Minnette was published full-page in the “Hotshots” section of Digital Camera World Magazine in 2008. I photographed it less than two years after starting photography as a hobby. I used a 1000-watt continuous light through a huge softbox. That light was so hot, it warmed up the whole house! But it taught me a lot about lighting,…Read More

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    B&W Lighting Tutorial – Black and white photography is all about CONTRAST. John Gress demonstrates how to use multiple lights to create maximum contrast, ensuring your portraits truly stand out!

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    Seeing in Black and White – Eileen Rafferty, one of our favorite photography educators, presents an in-depth tutorial on seeing the world in black and white and demonstrates how to replicate traditional darkroom techniques with contemporary methods.

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    Tutorial 2: Uploading Photos and Videos

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    Tutorial 1: Maximizing the DPC Community Platform

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    Harry Gruyaert. Niger River, Mali. 1988
    Photo Credit: Huckmag.com

    Belgian photographer Harry Gruyaert, known for his exceptional use of colour, often transforms ordinary scenes into visual narratives. In this photograph, a young boy leans peculiarly over a balustrade, his posture suggesting he is asleep, set against a piece of strikingly…Read More

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Riette Jonker

I'm a passionate and eager photographer, exploring the world through my lens. With a love that has been growing for a while, I've found my true passion in portrait photography. My goal is to capture genuine connections and freeze moments that express the essence of my subjects. As I continue to develop my skills, I aim to establish myself as a fine art photographer with a unique perspective. With unwavering commitment and natural talent, I strive to create impact visuals that tell stories and resonate with others. Join me on this thrilling adventure, where I bring my dreams to life through beautiful moments captured.

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