Photography Masterclass Magazine - Issue 139

In this issue

Proven Techniques for Capturing the Beauty of Fireworks

Snapping the perfect shot of a fireworks display involves more than just pointing and shooting. In this issue of Photography Masterclass Magazine we'll teach you how to photograph fireworks easily, detailing the right gear, settings, and timing, allowing you to translate a sky bursting with color into photos that pop. Be ready to dive in and leave the guesswork behind!

Also in this issue:

• In our Editor's Choice section we showcase a handpicked selection of our favorite photos.

• In our expert guide, we look at 7 reasons to use a dedicated camera instead of a smartphone.

• Learn 7 composition tips that will improve your photos

• We interview Dina Belenko, the conceptual still life photographer whose work transcends the boundaries of imagination. .

• Learn how to use Lightroom to make your photos stand out, in a great video tutorial.

• In our Readers Gallery, we showcase the very best shots from our talented readers.

• In our videography section, experience the harsh and yet so beautiful Finnish winter, that is significantly changing due to climate change.

• And don't miss out the lowdown on the Sigma 15mm f/1.4 ART Lens for Sony.

Get All This and More In A Content Packed Issue!

7 COMPOSITION TIPS THAT WILL IMPROVE YOUR PHOTOS

If you've wondered why some photos just look better, one of the secrets is often the composition.

6 mins

7 REASONS TO USE A DEDICATED CAMERA INSTEAD OF A SMARTPHONE

Nearly all of us us have a smartphone in our pockets and the included cameras have led to a real explosion in photography.

4 mins

PROVEN TECHNIQUES FOR CAPTURING THE BEAUTY OF FIREWORKS

Snapping the perfect shot of a fireworks display involves more than just pointing and shooting.

7 mins

FEATURED PHOTOGRAPHER: DINA BELENKO

In this issue, we interview Dina Belenko, the conceptual still life photographer whose work transcends the boundaries of imagination.

10 mins

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𝗔 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗽𝗵𝘆 𝗠𝗮𝗴𝗮𝘇𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗔𝗽𝗽 𝗧𝗼 𝗛𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗣𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗽𝗵𝘆 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀

𝗗𝗼 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗪𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗧𝗼 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗹𝘆 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗣𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗼𝘀 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗕𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗱 𝗢𝗳?
• Do you see other photographers shooting amazing photos and want to learn how to do the same?
• Are you unsure about which gear and settings to use?
• Are you looking for proven advice to help you advance your skills?
• Are you spending more time trying to figure things out than actually taking photos?
• Are you ready to finally show off your talent?

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