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Oct 20, 2025

Monday, October 20 , 2025

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Film vs Digital

Digital vs. Film — The Short Story:
Digital photography gives you instant results, easy editing, and unlimited shots without extra cost. It’s fast, flexible, and perfect for experimenting or sharing online.
Film, on the other hand, offers a nostalgic, artistic feel with rich tones and depth that many photographers still love. It slows you down—in a good way—making every frame more intentional and rewarding.

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Trivia Question❓

Which legendary photographer said:

“There is nothing worse than a sharp image of a fuzzy concept”?

Answer at the bottom of the newsletter

From Your Editor (Your Photography Buddy)

Hey friends,
October is the month of magic light — crisp mornings, misty lakes, and sunsets that seem to last forever. Every leaf becomes a brushstroke. Whether you’re shooting landscapes, portraits, or candids, this week’s issue will help you master the mood of late autumn.

Transform Your Space with Stunning Photography

Low-Light Mastery – Autumn’s Secret Light

As daylight fades, shadows deepen — but that’s not a problem, it’s an opportunity.

Tips for mastering the mood:

Bump ISO (800–1600): Modern sensors handle noise well.
Open wide: Use f/2.8 or wider to pull in more light.
Slow it down: Try 1/30 or slower and hold steady — or brace against a wall or tree.
White balance: Set manually around 5200 K to keep warm tones true.

👉 Pro Tip: Shoot during twilight — five minutes after sunset often produces your richest colors.

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Q&A Questions

Q: How can I reduce noise when shooting handheld in low light?
A: Raise ISO only as needed — then fix the rest in editing.
Use your camera’s built-in stabilization, brace yourself against a tree, and shoot in burst mode to get one extra-sharp frame.
If you’re editing in Lightroom or Photoshop, apply luminance noise reduction around 25–35% to smooth grain without losing detail.

Mastering Your Creative Process

💡 Answer to Trivia Question:

It was Ansel Adams! A reminder that creativity starts with vision — not just settings.

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Keep your camera ready — the light is changing by the day, and these autumn moments won’t last foreve

Monday, October 20, 2025