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Explaining the world one sketch at a time

Use a compass with a map

Set North to your map Align North on your compass Walk straight…
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Know your clouds

Stratus: layers AND Cumulus: heaps + height + Cirrus at the very top and you’re a long way already.…
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Understanding exposure in photography

Putting it all together: Exposure

The combination of aperture, shutter speed, and ISO setting control the effect you get in your photograph. Ultimately, it depends on the shot you want, and in any situation, someone may want to use a different combination than you, but knowing the basics helps. Now, go read the manual and experiment with some of those extra buttons on your DSLR.…
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Understanding ISO

The sensitivity of the sensor to light. The clever folks — Willard S. Boyle and George E. Smith — who invented the CCD sensor, the basis of what enables modern digital cameras to capture light and record a photograph were awarded the Nobel prize for their troubles. And the silver halide film Kodak were famous for is equally remarkable.…
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Understanding shutter speed

The length of time the shutter is open, and therefore the light can reach the sensor.…
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