Dina Belenko
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3 Best Camera Settings for Christmas Lights (Tips & Ideas)
Knowing the best camera settings for Christmas lights is crucial to getting the best pictures. Christmas is a time for family, friends, fun, and lots of photos. With the right camera settings, you can capture the Christmas season’s magic in all its glory! What Are the Best Camera Settings…
By Dina Belenko Photography

How to Create Cool Broken Glass Photography (Step by Step)
Broken things have their unique charm. Every broken cup or wine glass has a story to tell. Sometimes it’s about their owner being clumsy, and other times it’s about the forces of nature or wanderlust. Let’s see how we can create a beautiful conceptual broken glass photography! Broken Glass Photography:…
By Dina Belenko Photography

9 Creative Sparkler Photography Techniques for Still Lifes
Movement is difficult to capture in Photography. This is where panning comes into play. This technique isn’t as hard as it sounds. A lot of it comes down to your choice in shutter speed. We can show you how to get it right. Sparkler Photography: Safety Warning! Sparklers are great…
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Best Tips for Using Color Contrast in Photography
Color contrast in photography is one of the most important aspects to consider when taking pictures. This is because it can add visual interest and impact to your images. In order to make the most of color contrast in your photos, here are some tips to keep in mind. Understanding…
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Complementary Colors for Photography (Color Theory)
Some images catch our eye faster than others. Do you know why? One reason is down to the use of complementary colors. Complementary colors create a natural contrast that our eyes find attractive and intriguing. Let’s see how you can take advantage of the complementary color scheme to improve your…
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9 Coffee Photography Tips and Best Techniques
Whether you’re shooting for a coffee shop or your food blog, there are a few creative tips you can use. Try these techniques to improve your coffee photography! 9. Get Closer to Capture the Details of Coffee Photography How do you like your coffee? Is it a shot of espresso,…
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How to Make Smoke for Photography (Easy 7-Step Still Life)
We go through seven steps with a still-life example where I make smoke for photography. I use a still-life example. But you can apply the smoky effect to different situations. Smoke is a powerful photography tool. It can add drama, atmosphere, and tension to an image. But getting the smoke…
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How to Shoot Water Splash Photography
Ever tried to freeze motion in your photography? Or tried water splash photography? If not, this is the article for you. If you have, this is still the article for you as we’ll show you how to have fun photographing water splashes. We are going to create a shot with…
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10 Easy and Fun Still Life Photography Ideas You Should Try
Are you looking for a spark of inspiration for your still life photography ideas? Feel like you’ve tried everything, and there’s nothing left to discover with still life subjects? Don’t worry! We’ve got you covered. There is no universal recipe for getting inspired. But every still life photographer has a…
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8 Creative Flat Lay Photography Ideas to Try Yourself
Flat lay photography is a great way to show off your creative side and capture some amazing shots. If you’re looking for some inspiration, check out these 8 creative flat lay photography ideas to try yourself. From flowers to food, there’s something for everyone in this list! So grab your…
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How to Shoot Creative Reflection Photography in Drinks
Creative reflection photography is a great way to add an extra layer of interest to your photos. By capturing the reflections of drinks in different surfaces, you can create some really eye-catching images. Here are a few tips on how to get started. Creative Reflection Photography: Sketching Your Way to…
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How to Use Paint in Water Technique for Cool Liquid Photos
Welcome to the colorful world of paint in water photography! We show how to create amazing paint shapes underwater and improve your creative still-life photography. Is it a 3D model? Is it a combination of two completely different images? These were the comments I got after posting my Desintegrated series…
By Dina Belenko Photography