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1. What is Macro Photography?
2. Is Macro Photography Different to Close-Up Photography?
3. What is Magnification Ratio?
4. How to Calculate Your Magnification Ratio
5. What Type of Macro Photographer Are You?
6. What You Need To Consider Before Pressing the Shutter Button
The Importance of Depth of Field in Macro Photography
How to Control Depth of Field
The Importance of Color Harmony in Macro Photography
How to Achieve Color Harmony in Your Macro Photos
Introducing the Color Wheel
Using Monochromatic Colors
Using Analogous Colors
Using Complementary Colors
Using Triadic Colors
The Importance of Composition in Macro Photography
Understanding and Applying Composition Rules
The Rule of Thirds
Clean Background
A Unique Perspective
Using Diagonal Lines
Perception of Movement
Patterns
Texture
Framing
7. Should You Be a Rule Breaker?
8. What Macro Photography Equipment Do You Need?
What Camera Do You Need?
How to Choose a Camera
What Lens Do You Need?
How to Choose a Lens
What are Extension Tubes?
How to Choose a Set of Extension Tubes
What is a Lens Reversal Ring Adapter?
How to Choose a Lens Reversal Ring Adapter
What are Close-Up Filters / Diopters ?
How to Choose a Lens Diopter / Close Up Filter
What are Bellows?
How to Choose Bellows
What are Flash Units (Built-In, Hot-Shoe, Ring & Dual)?
How to Choose a Macro Ring Light / Flash
What is a Flash Diffuser?
How to Choose a Flash Diffuser
What is a Tripod?
How to Choose a Tripod
What is a Macro Focusing Rail?
How to Choose a Macro Focusing Rail
9. Comparing the Close-Up Filter, Reversing Lens Adapter, Extension Tubes & Different Combinations
50mm Lens Only
50mm Lens with Close-Up Filters
50mm Reversed Lens
50mm Lens with Full Set Extension Tubes
50mm Reversed Lens with Full Set Extension Tubes
10. So What Equipment Do You REALLY Need?
11. Macro Photography on a Budget – DIY Macro Photography Equipment
How to Make a String Tripod
How to Make a Flash Diffuser
How to Make a Light Box / Mini Studio
How to Make a Macro Ring Light
How to Make a Macro Extension Tube
12. Easy Tips to Save Money to Purchase the Best Macro Photography Gear
13. Understanding Common Issues In Macro Photography
How to Identify and Fix Blurry Photos from Camera Shake
How to Identify and Fix Blurry Photos from Incorrect Focus Point
How to Identify and Fix Blurry Photos from Subject Movement
How to Identify and Fix Blurry Background Photos
14. How to Kiss Blurry Photos Goodbye
15. Macro Photography Technique – Focus Stacking
What is Focus Stacking?
Why Use Focus Stacking in Macro Photography?
Indoors vs. Outdoors Focus Stacking
What Equipment Is Typically Used For Focus Stacking?
16. How to Focus Stack (Indoor) Tutorial
Step-by-Step Focus Stacking Tutorial
Tips and Advice for Better Stacked Photos
17. Practical Macro Photography Tips and Tricks
How To Photograph Insects / Bugs
How to Photograph Flowers & Plants
18. Where to Find Macro Photography Subjects When There Are None Around You
19. How to Make Your Garden a Macro Photography Subject Magnet
How to Attract Butterflies
How to Attract Other Interesting Insects
20. Unique Macro Photography Ideas & Tutorials
Photographing Bubbles Tutorial
Abstract Oil and Water Idea Tutorial
Bubbles and Water Tutorial
Bubbling Sliced Fruit in Water Tutorial
Ink In Water Tutorial
Dew Drops on Spider Web Tutorial
Water Drop Photography Tutorial
Abstract Reflections in Water Droplets Tutorial
Water Droplet from Faucet Tutorial
21. Developing The Macro Photographer’s Mindset
How to Become a Better Macro Photographer
Your First 10,000 Photographs are your Worst…
Should You Print Your Digital Macro Photos?
22. Final Words – Bonus & Other Photography Resources
23. Credits
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