Online Resources for Photographers

I was clearing up my browser bookmarks earlier and I realized how many links I have been hoarding. These links have helped me greatly and I hope it will be of use to my fellow PMers. I love reading lists so if you have any to share I'd be grateful.

Please inform me of any dead/broken links.

(Updated: 21st April 2010)

General Photography Techniques
21 Great Shots (And How They Were Taken)
6 Tips For Perfect Composition in Portrait Photography
5 Great Flash Techniques To Improve Your Photography Light
Strobists' Lighting 101 - fantastic flash tutorials
How To Shoot A Spherical Panorama


Inspiration
Iceland's Eyjafjallajokull Volcano (Boston.com's The Big Picture)
UPI News Photo Archives (Warning - Some graphic/disturbing images)
National Wildlife Federation 2009 Photo Contest Winners
LIFE Magazine - At War: Photographers' Best Shots (Warning - Some graphic/disturbing images)
Boston.com's The Big Picture (Highly Recommended - updated very often)
Mother Jones - Photojournalism
The Sacramento Bee's The Frame - Life in Afghanistan
60 Examples of Beautiful Night Shots
35 Beautiful Photography Websites25 Outstanding Examples of Black and White Photography
34 Mindblowing Examples of Digital Art and Photomanipulation
30 Stunning Examples Of Shadow Photography
16 Incredible Macro Insect Photographs
30+ Captivating Fire Dancing Photos
PXLShots Blog(A collection of Top 100 Lists)


Photoshop
50 Imaginative Fantasy Art Tutorials for Photoshop
Photoshop Splatter Brushes (Free)
500+ Watercolor Brushes For Photoshop (Free)
18 Photoshop Brushes To Lighten Professional Design (Free)
2 Ways To Create Realistic Depth Of Field
How To Create 3D Text Photo Manipulation
16 Exciting Photoshop Tutorials to Boost Your Creativity
30 Best Photoshop Abstract Effect Tutorials
Best Tutorials For Cinematic Visual Effects
50+ Truly Useful Photoshop Tutorials For Amazing Photo Effects
22 Professional Photoshop Image Enhancing Tutorials
70 Excellent Photoshop Resources
30 High Quality Free Fonts For Great Designs (Free)
100 Most Popular Photoshop Tutorials 2008
41 Nicest Photoshop Photo Effects

Books
20 Must Reads For Any Amateur Photographer (The books are not free hehe)


Photography Insights & Techniques (by Migrain)Source : nikonusa.com

Nikon offers you both basic and advanced photography techniques to assist you in developing your photographic skills. Learn the basics of composing an image and using depth of field as well as more advanced techniques like light painting, creative use of white balance and color settings. You’ll find these photographic techniques and more in this section. 

1 - Fundamentals of Photography [link]
• Understanding the basic principles of photography will not only help you take better pictures, it will make your picture-taking more enjoyable. Fundamentals of Photography explains and demonstrates some basic photography techniques that will inspire you to improve your photographic skills.

2 - Shooting Techniques [link]
• First we admire great photographs, and then we wonder how they were made. The articles you'll find here reveal the techniques behind the photos and provide the practical information that will help you create imaginative images of your own. 

3 - Image Editing [link]
• Standard image editing tools allow you to color correct, remove imperfections and touch up a tone or two. Good start, but nowhere near the whole story of the power these programs provide. Beyond the basics there's a world of possibilities: stylize your image, create a new mood for your photo, add your personal touch. Many photographers consider post-production an integral part of the creative imaging process. It's easy, it's fun—and the key ingredient is your imagination.

Thanks Migrain for the links!


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