This is a quick and simple description of what a histogram is, what it measures, and how it can be used as a tool in photography. Enjoy! For more information about my photography, school or blog- just visit www.michaelthemaven.com

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Adorama Photography TV presents: In this episode Mark will show us just how easy it is to set up and take a self portrait. For more information about products used in this video, and related articles and videos, go here: www.adorama.com Visit www.adorama.com for more photography videos! Send your questions to: AskMark@Adorama.com

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Learn Photography with The Complete SLR Digital Photography Camera Course www.photographercourses.com The complete SLR Digital Photography course has everything you need to start shooting quality professional photos in a little under 2 hours. It’s complete with professional settings; find out how the pro’s set up their camera so you are shooting with exactly the same settings. This course is suitable for all SLR camera models, Canon, Nikon, Sony ect.. The course encompasses these subjects; How to achieve those tack sharp photos The fundamentals of a good shot, if you abide by these simple rules you will always have great shots. How to reduce Camera Shake, (one of the biggest problems in photography How to shoot in Raw How to hold your camera properly to shoot handheld in low light situations. How to compose your picture properly using the rule of thirds How to compose using leading lines ISO and which settings are best Aperture how to use it properly to achieve professional results. How professionals use cropping to improve their photos. How to remove unwanted items from your photo. Correct use of timers and remote controls. Reflectors, how to use them to get that professional look in portraits. How the pros use exposure bracketing to always get the right exposure Using exposure compensation to get the right exposure in tricky situations. Camera modes explained and how to use each one correctly. Metering modes explained and how you can use them to make sure you always the …

Adorama Photography TV presents: This week is the first episode in a series about HDSLR. In this episode, Mark will go over the principles of shooting video with a DSLR. In the coming weeks, he will also go over lighting, audio, basic editing techniques as well as compressing for the web- so stay tuned! For related articles and videos at the Adorama Learning Center, go here: www.adorama.com Purchase the gear in this episode at Adorama.com: Manfrotto 501HDV Pro Video Fluid Head with QR, 755XB Black Anodized Aluminum Video Tripod Legs www.adorama.com Nikon D3S Body Only www.adorama.com Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8G AF-S VR II Zoom-Nikkor ED-IF Lens www.adorama.com Lowel Pro-light, Focusing Multi-voltage Quartz Halogen Light www.adorama.com Arri 650/3 Compact Fresnel Kit www.adorama.com Canon 5D Mark II www.adorama.com Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM AutoFocus Telephoto Lens www.adorama.com Zacuto Z-DPM Peacemaker DSLR Tripod Kit www.adorama.com Visit www.adorama.com for more photography videos! Send your questions to: AskMark@Adorama.com

In this week’s episode Mark Wallace explains the Inverse Square law and how it can improve your photography.

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AdoramaTV Presents Digital Photography One on One. In this week’s episode Mark answers 12 questions from viewers in this viewer feedback special. Topics include: setting your camera’s picture control, exposure compensation, understanding the lumisphere, wind screens, focus issues, Lightroom tricks, learning from failure and more. Products mentioned in this video: Adobe Photoshop Lightroom V3 Software www.adorama.com DVD: Studio Lighting Essentials for Portrait Photography by Mark Wallace www.adorama.com Sekonic L-358 Flash Master www.adorama.com Sekonic L-758DR DigitalMaster, Programmable Digital Flash & Ambient Exposure Meter www.adorama.com Nikon D90 Body Only www.adorama.com K-Tek Fuzzy Shower Cap Style Wind Screen www.adorama.com To learn more about the products mentioned in this video, and to watch other videos mentioned, go here: www.adorama.com

AdoramaTV Presents Digital Photography One on One. In this episode Mark shows us how to adjust the angle of your light source to avoid flash reflections in eyeglasses. Mark explains “angle of incidence” and “angle of reflection” to help you capture images without eyewear glare. Small Studio Flash Tips: Episode 208: youtu.be Traditional Lighting Setups: Episode 206: youtu.be For more articles and videos about single-light portraits and photographing models with eyeglasses, go here: www.adorama.com Visit www.adorama.com for more photography videos! Send your questions to: AskMark@Adorama.com

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AdoramaTV Presents Digital Photography One on One. In this week’s episode Mark shows you how to make a light stick and trigger off-camera speedlights. Watch as Mark builds a light stick on set and then takes you to the park for a demonstration. Visit www.adorama.com for more photography videos! Send your questions to: AskMark@Adorama.com Products used in this episode: INDAM14 Induro AM14 Alloy 8M AM-Series 4-Section Monopod, Extends to 57.6″, Supports 17.6 lbs. www.adorama.com BEA48F Benro A48F Classic Monopod – Aluminum Flip Lock Leg www.adorama.com LSEB2462M2 Lastolite 24″ x 24″ Ezybox Hot Shoe Softbox Kit with Mark II Bracket www.adorama.com PWFTT5NK PocketWizard FlexTT5 Transceiver Radio Slave for Nikon i-TTL www.adorama.com PWFTT5CA PocketWizard FlexTT5 Transceiver for Canon DSLR www.adorama.com PWWPT2 Pocket-Wizard Plus II Auto Sensing Smart Transceiver www.adorama.com PWMTT1CA PocketWizard MiniTT1 Transmitter for Canon DSLR www.adorama.com PWMTT1NK PocketWizard MiniTT1 Radio Slave Transmitter for Nikon i-TTL www.adorama.com PWPC5N PocketWizard Locking PC to Miniphone www.adorama.com LTSA38FS Adorama Stud Adapter Set ” Female & Male 1/4X & 3/8″ Stud www.adorama.com PASTR117 Interfit Photographic Umbrella Holder with Hotshoe Adapter www.adorama.com QTTSC Quantum Turbo SC Slim Compact Battery Power Pack www.adorama.com QTMCKE2 Quantum Cable CK-E2 for Turbo Battery www.adorama.com QTMCZ2 Quantum Cable CZ2 Canon Cable for Turbo Battery www.adorama.com CA580EX2U Canon …

In this episode Mark Wallace shows you how to shoot at night using only the moon and stars as your source of light. Outtakes at the end of the video – Coyotes!

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In this episode, Mark explains how to best light a subject for black and white photography and get dramatic results. Learn how adjusting the position of light can change contrast in relation to the subject. Mark walks you through studio exercises to fully illustrate the relationship of shape and color. Visit www.adorama.com for more photography videos! Send your questions to: AskMark@Adorama.com

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