Long exposure photography is when a photographer uses specific methods, like longer shutter speeds and neutral density filters, in order to create an effect in a photograph. Often times the same technique is used to remove moving objects from a scene or smooth out water. But there is a lot involved to achieve great results.
I can help you find answers to commonly asked questions about long exposure photography.
Long Exposure Course
Camera to Completion: Long Exposure Photography is an online course where you will learn how to photograph long exposures easily and efficiently.
Long Exposure eBook
Time Is On Your Side: Exploring Long Exposure Photography is a 55-page educational long exposure photography eBook covering every aspect of capturing long exposures.
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Long Exposure Photography Blog Articles
I have also published many blog articles related to long exposure photography. In fact, some of the topics I cover briefly in my eBook is expanded upon here on the blog. For example:
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Learn landscape photography settings for any camera. In this video, I answer a question from the community – asking for the best landscape photography settings. I talk about things to consider for your lens, your camera, and even stability for different situations. Dive into the best settings for landscape photography.
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Did you know that in certain situations you can make a long exposure photograph without the need for a neutral density filter? It’s true. There are two important things to do before extending your shutter. The first is to bring the ISO down to its lost setting. Next is to close the aperture to the…
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A Variable Neutral Density Filter has a similar purpose as a standard neutral density filter or ND filter. However, a VND is designed like a polarizer filter, so you can quickly adjust your density from smaller to larger without changing filters. However, a VND should not be your first choice for an ND filter. In…
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5 tips for long exposure photography for both mirrorless and DSLR cameras. Follow these effective tips for better long exposure photography.
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The Photography Tutorials For Beginners series kicks off with a tutorial on Shutter Speed. In this video, you will learn what shutter speed is, what it means to have slow or fast shutter speed, the trade-offs and how to get started practicing manual shutter speed control.
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Get yourself a Neutral Density filter from Wine County Camera. It’ll be the best optical quality, and 3 stops should be enough for most photographic and film needs. Either get WCC screw on filter or their slot style filters. Long exposure photography is the answer here.
Read the long exposure photography blog articles.
