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02/08/2019

Take note of the brightest parts in your foreground. Especially those small specks of dead grass and unfortunately placed rocks. Then decide if they can physically be removed without harming the environment. If not, then the Clone tool in Photoshop is your friend.

What makes a strong composition? Let’s talk about how you can achieve striking landscape photos in which less is more. Here’s a practical set of tips for minimizing clutter.1. Clean Up Your ForegroundsWhen you’re really close to your foreground (and I mean close to minimum focus

05/07/2019

Meows are not innate cat language they developed them to communicate with humans!

05/07/2019

The facelift from the front looks very much like the fresh 5-series and the sleeker design means drag has been reduced. There’s a rear spoiler that lifts up at 75mph.

The BMW 5-series GT is dead. Long live the BMW 6-series GT! Yes, in BMW’s latest name rearrangement, the hunchbacked hatchback steps away from its saloon and Touring counterparts and strives to forge its own path. While the current 6-series coupe is set to morph into the upcoming 8-series, BMW is ...

04/07/2019

Cats are known for their cleanliness and grooming themselves by licking their fur.

03/07/2019

Pet photography is a genre where it pays to have your camera set up in advance. Animals don’t always stay still for very long, and certainly won’t wait patiently while you adjust settings.

We all love our furry friends, but photographing pets can present a challenge to even the most experienced photographers! Animals don’t understand the concept of posing for a photograph but fortunately, with a few simple tips you can shoot lovely pictures of the pets in your life. Be Ready In Adva...

18/06/2019

One of the most important rules to follow in shark photography is that you don’t need your camera’s view finder. This means you’ll have to start snapping your shark images by instinct alone,.

Can you believe that some folks are actually paid good money to photograph sharks up close and personal while it’s just a hobby for others? While you may not yet muster up the courage to actually go and add shark photography to your list of photography projects, here are some pointers on how the f...

18/06/2019

Aston Martin Valhalla: a Norse name for the Project 003.
The Aston Martin Project 003 is now the Aston Martin Valhalla. The new name change comes after months of rumours and speculation, and means the new supercar continues the Norse naming tradition first seen in the Valkyrie.

18/06/2019

Rabbits have a lifespan of around 10 years.

17/06/2019

The BMW 5-series GT is dead. Long live the BMW 6-series GT! Yes, in BMW’s latest name rearrangement, the hunchbacked hatchback steps away from its saloon and Touring counterparts and strives to forge its own path.

The BMW 5-series GT is dead. Long live the BMW 6-series GT! Yes, in BMW’s latest name rearrangement, the hunchbacked hatchback steps away from its saloon and Touring counterparts and strives to forge its own path. While the current 6-series coupe is set to morph into the upcoming 8-series, BMW is ...

25/05/2019

This massive (and free) pool in Queens features Olympic-size lanes and plenty of space for poolside lounging, so there’s room for swimmers of all ages.

We may scoff at the flamingo floaties in our Instagram feed (as we sip negronis in our all-black sundresses), but the truth is, New Yorkers love a good pool day as much as anyone. Fortunately, there are plenty of spots for a city gal to cool off—we found refreshing options for every type of pool-g...

25/05/2019

Looking for something right on the water? Check into the La Mer Beachfront Inn in this pretty-as-a-postcard beach town. Located at the southernmost tip of New Jersey, Cape May is filled to the brim with pastel-colored bed and breakfasts, antique shops, tennis courts and trolleys.

Memorial Day Weekend ushers in a few things: the ability to wear white jeans with abandon, those little gems we like to call Summer Fridays and the desire to flee the city as fast as humanly possible. Although the Jitneys are filling up fast, there’s still time to book a trip outside the boroughs ...

25/05/2019

Just south of Long Branch is another gem, featuring a wide boardwalk that passes through the beautiful skeletons of two old Beaux-Arts buildings, hip boutiques and restaurants (that would impress even the most discerning Williamsburg resident) and a serious live-music scene. Oh, and a happy hour for dogs—this place is basically heaven.

Look, we love Rockaway and Coney Island (and not just for the tacos and hot dogs). But sometimes we don’t feel like running into our upstairs neighbours, our ex and half the office on our day off. These six lovely beaches are the answer. Long Branch, NJ (1 Hour From NYC By Car Or Ferry, 2 Hours By...