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Make A DIY Polarising Filter From An Old LCD Screen
Polarising filters can be an essential part of a photography tool set, as they suppress glare, make blue skies pop and offer an additional way to control the light in your scene. And if you have some old electronics that you can mine for spare parts, you might already have a filter.
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Make A Star Filter From A CD Case To Add Some Twinkle To Your Photos
Around the holidays you might notice that a lot of photos have a nice twinkly look in which every light looks like a starburst. Photographers achieve this effect with a star filter, but if you don’t feel like shelling out the cash for a professional lens filter, you can easily make your own.
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This Cheap, DIY MagSafe-Like Connector Secures Loose Laptop Cables
With age, laptop power cables get loose at the connection point. They can slip out if you move your laptop slightly, and you’ll need to readjust if you want to keep charging. YouTuber Kipkay has an easy, cheap DIY fix.
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Why A Plastic Bag Is A Photographer’s Best Friend
Video: Whether you’re a pro or an amateur, pack a plastic bag in your bag with your camera the next time you go out to take pictures. This video features five great reasons why you should, including the old rain protection trick and a beautiful soft, weathered effect for your photos.