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DIY PHOTOGRAPHY AT HOME

There really is no guessing what situation we’ll be in by the time you read this article. Our once seemingly secure world has changed so dramatically during the past few months, leaving most of us in a state of flux and frustration, and also forcing many of us to be confined to the great indoors.

It’s a tough time. There is no denying that. Trying to turn the recent negativity into productive positivity can be a tall order to call in right now, especially if you’re someone who loves to roam free in the outside world.

As photographers, we’re a really mixed and “quietly rowdy” bunch. Some of us may already spend much of our time indoors in a studio, but some of us may also crave the wilds of the outback or the bustle of crowded streets. Whatever your picture-taking poison, it’s almost certain that your photographic wings have been clipped in recent times, with your passions turning into uncertainty or fear.

How you deal with and use this enforced downtime as a photographer is up to you. There is no right or wrong way to distract yourself and fill in the gaps. However, if you are able to put this time to good use and be productive, that’s great.

Here are four ideas that will hopefully inspire you to immerse yourself in a

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