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Digital Sunrise and Sunset Photography
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Take spectacular sunrise and sunset photos with your digital camera. Sunrise and sunset photo composition, finding the right time to take photos, safety, and other issues.


#1: Don't Use an Optical Viewfinder Near the Sun
Never use an optical viewfinder when pointing your digital camera towards the sun!

#2: Don't Limit Yourself with the Thirds Rule
Sunrise and sunset photos should accentuate the colors of the sky.

#3: Taking Pictures on Sunny Days
Take care when taking digital camera photographs on sunny days.

#4: Add a Subject to Your Photo
Show some patience and add silhouetted figures to your digital sunrise and sunset photos.

#5: Arrive Early and Stay Late
Take extra time and record the full sunrise or sunset experience with your digital camera.

#6: The Problem with Sunglasses
Resist the urge to overexpose photos previewed on LCDs when wearing sunglasses - or take them off before shooting a photo.

#7: Find Sunrise and Sunset Times
Taking photos at sunrise or sunset can add excitement and warmth to your travel photos.

#8: Capturing Sunrises and Sunsets
Tips on getting clear, exciting sunrise and sunset photographs.

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General digital photography advice and techniques. What subjects to shoot, how to steady your camera, and getting the most out of your digital camera's features.

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