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Learn some composition secrets from the pros - our DPA Instructors from around the country! They'll show you how to get closer, experiment with different angles and points-of-view, and bring energy to your images.

	Composition by Place, Chuck Read Complete Article

	Experiment with Blur by Schreck, Tony The following images were taken during the March Digital Photo Academy advanced class in Minneapolis, MN. DPA Instructor Tony Schreck shares some creative techniques on experimenting with blur. Read Complete Article

	Follow A Different Horizon by Michaels, Chris This photo shows what can happen when the camera is aligned to the horizon the cars parked on a hill instead of the true horizon of the building. Read Complete Article

	Framing by Michaels, Chris Use surrounding elements to frame your subject and help lead the viewer's eye to it. These elements can also help relate a story about the subject or place. Read Complete Article

	Halloween by Canfield, Jon Halloween is a great holiday to experiment with your photo techniques. Colors, dim lighting, and fun costumes make for some very interesting subjects! Read Complete Article

	Hidden Gems by Cummings, Jay Every city I’ve ever visited or lived in has a bevy of secret spots tucked away amidst the more common attractions. They’re usually cheap or free, typically overlooked by most visitors and residents, and sometimes tucked right in the heart of the city itself... Read Complete Article

	I.M.P.A.C.T. by Burden, Russ Read Complete Article

	Panasonic Lumix L1 and TZ3 Test Drives by DeJarlais, Ken DPA Seattle Instructor Ken DeJarlais recently took these two Panasonic models for a test drive and came away with some great results. Read Complete Article

	Panoramic Image with Panasonic DMC-L1 and DMC LX-2 by Hart, Michael Photoshop CS3 has a very robust “Photomerge” feature which allows you to take multiple exposures over a wide angle of view and “stitch” them together to make dynamic panoramic images. There are some steps to follow to get the most out of this ability, however... Read Complete Article

	Perspective by Michaels, Chris Perspective can add depth and to the dimensions of photography. Do this by lining up subject matter that draws the viewer in. Read Complete Article

	Pond Reflections by Place, Chuck Reflections are one of my favorite subjects, but I like to combine foreground detail with reflected background. The trick is to find a pool of water that is in the shade with a background that is fully lit. Read Complete Article

	RAW vs JPEG by Burden, Russ Denver Instructor Russ Burden continues his Advanced DPA workshop after class, offering a bonus photo tip on the merits of shooting in RAW format. Read Complete Article

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