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Photographing Using the Classic Landscape Technique

Jim Zuckerman
Duration:   6  mins

Every photographer yearns to capture a beautiful, classic landscape. World-renowned photographer Jim Zuckerman shows you how while composing a landscape in Maine.

He finds a lighthouse with a rocky shoreline and takes you through the steps to create a classic landscape image. You will learn why manual focus and a deep aperture setting work best when using a wide-angle lens. “You want your entire image to be sharp,” Jim explains. He shows you why using the self-timer will avoid camera shake and why shooting at various angles works well.

Step onto the coastal shores of Maine with pro shooter Jim Zuckerman as he shares his tips on composing the classic landscape.

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