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Decoding the Unspoken: The Silent Language of Bird Photography
Bird photography is more than just taking pictures. It's an art form that requires patience, skill, and a deep understanding of your subject
Sonia - Chief Parrot
3 days ago6 min read
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Unveiling the Power of Histograms in Data Analysis
Using a histogram is a powerful way to assess exposure in your photos and ensure you’re capturing all the important details in a scene.
Sonia - Chief Parrot
Mar 253 min read
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Sharp Shooting: 6 Essential Tips for Capturing Clear and Crisp Shots
Tips for Taking Fantastic Sharp Images - with Confidence! 6 Tips for achieving sharp images.
Sonia - Chief Parrot
Mar 113 min read
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Black & White Wildlife Photography Challenge
Train your eye to see beyond colour with this Black and White Photography Challenge!
Sonia - Chief Parrot
Feb 22 min read
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The Art of Patience: Capturing Unique Bird Moments
Exceptional bird photography calls for the art of patience, the quality that makes the difference.
Sonia - Chief Parrot
Jan 264 min read
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20 Creative Bird Photography Shots
Stuck in a photography rut? Feel like you're taking the same photos over and over and it's all getting a bit boring?
Sonia - Chief Parrot
Jan 115 min read
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QUICK and EASY editing!
Here's my basic workflow shown step-by-step. I've deliberately used some photos that might otherwise end up in the recycle bin.
Sonia - Chief Parrot
Dec 19, 20241 min read
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STOP doing this it slows your progress
Are you making this mistake that can hinder your photography progress?
Sonia - Chief Parrot
Dec 9, 20242 min read
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Step-by-step: Creating 'High Key' Photography
High-key photography is one of my favourite photography techniques, and it's a great way to optimise those dreary overcast days.
Sonia - Chief Parrot
Nov 14, 20246 min read
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Old Masters Techniques: Understanding Visual Weight
Even though the period of the Old Masters was between 1300 and 1800 it is undeniable that their techniques were highly advanced.
Sonia - Chief Parrot
Nov 6, 20247 min read
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Chiaroscuro: Composition Technique from the Old Masters
Taken from the Italian meaning of light-dark, Chiaroscuro is a term used to describe is the strong contrast between light and shadow.
Sonia - Chief Parrot
Oct 13, 20244 min read
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My Camera Gear Journey: What Works for Me
My gear rundown! How it all began, what I started with, what works - where I went wrong - and what I'm using now 👍
Sonia - Chief Parrot
Oct 10, 20244 min read
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No big lens? Try the Small-in-Frame Photography Technique!
Hone your photography skills without spending a fortune on big lenses using the small-in-frame technique!
Sonia - Chief Parrot
Oct 9, 20244 min read
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The Rule that's not a Rule
The rule of thirds is a simplified compositional guideline designed to be easy-to-understand and is VERY useful for photography.
Sonia - Chief Parrot
Sep 30, 20244 min read
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Have you heard the term 'Chromatic Aberration'? So what is it and why should you care?
Chromatic aberration, also known as "colour fringing" or "purple fringing," is a common optical problem.
Sonia - Chief Parrot
Sep 21, 20244 min read
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Composition Technique - shooting through objects
Photographing through grasses, leaves or other foreground objects is a favourite technique of mine and can elevate your photo.
Sonia - Chief Parrot
Sep 6, 20244 min read
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Have You Started Your Photography Journey?
Do something great for overall well being - take up nature photography and immerse yourself in a wonderful world of discovery!
Sonia - Chief Parrot
Sep 3, 20241 min read
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Getting White Balance Right
Ever photographed a white bird only to come home and find your bird turned green? You can blame white balance!
Sonia - Chief Parrot
Aug 28, 20244 min read
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What is Dynamic Range?
Dynamic range refers to the range of light intensities from the darkest shadows to the brightest highlights that a camera can capture.
Sonia - Chief Parrot
Aug 25, 20244 min read
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7 Tips for Better Bird Photos
From settings to bird species, bird photography is a wonderfully challenging pastime that you'll never get bored with!
Sonia - Chief Parrot
Aug 8, 20243 min read
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