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1. Guides and Directories
2. Organizations
3. Training

Guides and Directories

1. About.com - Amateur Photography
   Learn everything from basic picture taking techniques to darkroom developing from About.com.
2. Asylum Photo Gallery
   Proffers lots of tip on photography, particularly with cameras of the Canon SLR series.
3. Black and White Art Zone
   Showcases black and white photography, and features artists, galleries, articles, and archives.
4. Black and White World
   Build a darkroom at home and learn developing techniques. With a beginners' guide to essential darkroom equipment.
5. Black Star
   Photography agency offers a collection of more than three million photographs, a list of working photographers, and career opportunities.
6. Bob's Photo Page
   Information on techniques and film types. With articles on the history of photography, and its famous practitioners.
7. Bulk Loading FAQ
   Learn the ins and outs of bulk loading film, including what equipment is necessary and why it is cost effective.
8. Commercial Holography Hub Resource
   Hub of holography links for commercial holography, conferences, publications, articles, artists, galleries, events and FAQ.
9. Concert Photography
   Jon Sievert presents this guide to photographing musicians in a live setting. Book order form, galleries, excerpts, reviews, and links.
10. Depth of Field Calculators
    Use these hyperfocal and near field/far field calculators to take sharp photographs.
11. Digital Imaging Tips
    Techniques for working in Photoshop. With some Macintosh-specific material, and scanning hints.
12. Eclectic Photography Resource
    Page through these beginners' guides to darkroom equipment, enlargers, film developing, and stereo photography.
13. Focus Online Techniques
    Learn some new photography techniques or submit some tips for publication.
14. Focusing Schlieren Systems
    Illustrated article gives some basic facts and a diagram regarding this method of focusing.
15. FotoInfo
    Locate tips on film processing, including the chemicals involved and an explanation of grain. Posts processing time info for several film brands.
16. Good Exposure
    Beginners' guide to photographic concepts, including demonstrations of exposure. With tricks, and tips for taking good pictures.
17. How Does Film Form a Photo?
    Summary of segment from TV show Newton's Apple gives a basic developer's vocabulary, references, and a pinhole camera activity for kids.
18. Hyenaland Photographic Archives
    Christopher R. Jones demonstrates alternative photographic techniques: night photography, toy cameras, Polaroids and Polaroid emulsion transfers.
19. Inspired Art
    Guide for the beginning photographer has tips, equipment instructions, the answers to FAQs, and a gallery of amateur photographs.
20. Introduction to Photography
    Explains how parts of a camera function, shutter speeds, exposure, lenses, the use of a flash, and the properties of film.
21. Kodak - Better Pictures
    Learn about equipment, techniques, film, lighting, and composition through this comprehensive image and information guide.
22. Kodak's Guide To Better Pictures
    After giving 10 top tips, the Kodak goes on to offer pointers on basic issues as well as special situations and subjects. Includes a glossary.
23. Masters of Photography
    View dozens of galleries filled with photos from such undisputed photographic masters as Ansel Adams, Alfred Steiglitz, and Edward Weston.
24. National Association for Photographic Art
    Canadian-based forum for amateur and professional photographers who want to share views and insights.
25. Neversink Photo Workshop
    Spend a week in the Catskills refining your photographic techniques. With details and application form.
26. New York Institute of Photography
    NYI's homepage with monthly topics, photo tips, contests, courses, and a job referral market. Email for the free catalog.
27. Nikon Lens Test
    Besides links to other lens test pages, this amateur posts an index of lens test results from five photo magazines.
28. Philip Grosset's Photo Album
    Grosset provides an illustrated tour of the art of taking good photographs.
29. PhotoArts
    Fine art photography ezine contains a gallery, a marketplace, a discussion board, and a list of events.
30. Photo Critique
    Professional and amateur photographers can post their photos here and have them critiqued. Look through the gallery organized by subject matter.
31. Photo FAQs
    Find hundreds of answers in over 25 FAQS covering all aspects of the art of photography.
32. Photo FAQs and Documents
    Find FAQs and links on several topics related to the use of photography equipment and darkrooms. Includes info on experiments and film.
33. Photo Forum
    Post queries and comments, and discuss your professional practice on this photo-imaging mail-based service.
34. Photo Glossary
    Publishes an alphabetized list of terms and definitions for photographic techniques and equipment.
35. Photo Guide Japan
    Photography news, reviews, magazines, photographers, resources, and a history of photography in Japan.
36. Photo Resource
    Check out the archive for various advice, review, and how-to articles.
37. Photo Seminars
    Free photography workshops by a faculty of experts. A large resource of photography information and innovation.
38. Photo Shopper
    Enter the shopping mall and browse the various photo departments. With an online forum and swap meet.
39. Photo Source
    Provides a big list of development combinations for film brands, as well as a data on push processing, reciprocity failure, and filter factors.
40. Photo Techniques
    Buyers' guide rates photographic paper, films, darkroom suppliers, and the 25 best cameras.
41. Photo Tips of the Month
    New York Institute of Photography provides several in-depth tips on taking better photographs.
42. Photo Workshop
    Much general instruction lies in these two courses on taking glamour and journalism photos. The info is free, though more is available for a fee.
43. Photo-Pro
    Covers tips and techniques and publishes product reviews.
44. Photo.Net
    How-to guide for traditional photography techniques. With hints on equipment, film types, and processing services.
45. Photographic Rules of Thumb
    Guide to help identify problems and improve techniques across a wide range of situations.
46. Photography for Non-Photographers
    Enjoy this simple guide to taking good portraits, group pictures, and still lifes. Also covers backgrounds, flash use, and telephoto lenses.
47. Photography in Malaysia
    Advices beginners on what camera to start with, explains how to use an SLR camera underwater, and find a primer on digital imaging.
48. Photography Odds and Sods
    Shares lens test data for medium and large format photography. Gives advice on determining meaningful resolution limits.
49. Photography Workshop
    Describes several techniques, including maximization, cyanotypes, cross processing, and using a paper negative.
50. Quick Reference to Photo Filters
    Lists the numbers that correspond with specific filters, as well as the function of each one.
51. R and L Nikkor Tables
    Two photographers rate many Nikon normal, wide, telephoto, and zoom lenses. Teleconverters are also critiqued.
52. Resources
    From Albumen prints to Tintypes; an A-Z of the materials and processes used by 19th century photographers.
53. Right Exposure
    Experiment with exposure on this crash course for beginners. Features lo-tech hints for high-impact shots.
54. Say Cheese
    Extensive list of technical resources, including FAQs and techniques for the amateur photographer.
55. Selected Civil War Photographs
    Library of Congress' extensive collection of photographs from the Civil War period.
56. Shutterbug Product Preview
    Obtain news and reviews of the latest camera accessories.
57. Shutterbugs' Corner
    Photographer offers tips for hobbyists, information about cameras and films, photo galleries, and links to other photography sites.
58. Shuttering Experience
    Equipment page gives insight into how one person approaches the use of lenses, flashes, film, filters, and meters.
59. Sun Spot Photography
    Covers all aspects of photograph, with explanations and suggestions on equipment, chemistry, the darkroom, and alternative processes.
60. Tim's Guide to Photography
    Consider advice on darkrooms, equipment, electronic enhancement, and how to deal with retailers. Includes a FAQ.
61. Vail's Photo Page
    Besides guidelines for building field and view cameras, Vail gives data on film, paper, exposure, and lenses, among other topics.
62. Yang's Photo and Graphic
    Scan six quick tips for taking better photos.

Organizations

1. Amateur Photographers Association
   Free organization for photography lovers offers instructions for joining, a gallery of member photos, a message board, and a chat room.
2. Amateur Photography - UK
   Information resource for UK-based photographers. Includes a gallery featuring work from salons and exhibitions throughout the UK.
3. APA
   Advertising Photographers of America (APA) Site has a index of members and assistants, as well as, mission statement and contact information.
4. APHS
   American Photographic Historical Society for camera collectors and photo-historians. Free membership kit, plus articles and events.
5. Association of Photographers
   Association for British fashion, advertising and editorial photographers. Membership information and services, members list, awards and events.
6. Australian Photographic Society
   In addition to details on club exhibitions, activities, and services, find tips for improving photographic skills and a gallery of member photos.
7. Bath University Photographic Society
   View this UK club's gallery, access and contribute to the interactive manual, and find out about courses and competition.
8. Bury St. Edmunds Photographic Society
   Bury St. Edmunds photography club details its purpose, lists its coming events, and offers a gallery of its members' work.
9. Cafe Society
   Photo club is dedicated to the promotion of photography via non-traditional media like the Internet. View a gallery of member works, and chat.
10. Camera Club of New York
    Club's homepage features a gallery of members' work and resources. Includes details of workshops and symposiums.
11. CAPA
    Forum for amateur and professional photographers, the Canadian Association for Photographic Art, presents member portfolios and event details.
12. CAPIC
    Canadian Association of Photographers and Illustrators in Communications, the professional association for visual communicators.
13. Center for Photography at Woodstock
    Services offered by the organization to its members include workshops, exhibitions, auctions, and internships, all of which are detailed here.
14. Club Hasselblad
    Lovers of this particular brand of camera offer examples of photos taken with the aforementioned photomechanical implements, and a message board.
15. FIAP homepage
    The international federation of photographic art groups over 80 national federations worldwide. In French and English.
16. Friends of Photography
    San Francisco nonprofit operates the Ansel Adams Center for Photography. Read about its history and programs, and view exhibits.
17. Houston Center for Photography
    Read about the center's programs in support of emerging and mid-career artists, and get details on upcoming events and exhibits.
18. IFPO
    Preview of the Today's Photographer magazine, product catalog, and program overview. From the International Freelance Photographers Organization.
19. IIPA
    United to promote color prints as legitimate art objects, the International Institute of Photographic Authors presents a gallery of member work.
20. Media Photographers' Copyright
    Agency helping photographers licence, market and protect work in electronic publishing. Featuring a series of photo essays.
21. Mercia Photographic Group
    Consortium of six photography clubs in and around Coventry, England lists its coming events and provides links.
22. Monaghan Photographic Society
    See the winning entries for the society's annual competition. Or just find out about the programme this Irishphotographic society.
23. Morriston Camera Club
    Get a list of events, member information, and meeting and membership details, or visit the photograph gallery of this Swansea, England club.
24. National Press Photographers Association
    Highlights and discusses examples and issues in photojournalism. With professional programs, events and publications.
25. NANPA
    For the serious nature photographer, North American Nature Photographers' Association offers news and workshops, and membership details.
26. NAPA
    National Association for Photographic Art, Canadian-based forum for amateur and professional photographers wishing to share views and insights.
27. North County Photographic Society
    Read an introduction to the society in Del Mar, California, a list of member benefits, and instructions for joining. Lists upcoming club events.
28. Northampton Camera Club
    English camera club details its history, its events, and its competitions. See winning photographs, or get club news.
29. Northern California Camera Clubs
    Directory provides links to photography clubs throughout the northern California area. Get photography news and information, or see member work.
30. Pacific Press Service
    Photo agency represents photographers from around the world in Japan. Access the photo library and stock images.
31. Photographic Society of America
    Serving amateurs and professionals in all photography-related fields, the society offers several member galleries and information by division.
32. PPA - Greater Kansas City
    Local branch of the Professional Photographers' Association posts its activities calendar and membership list.
33. PPA - Mississippi and Alabama
    Enter the chat room or search for a photographer at this regional branch site of the Professional Photographer's Association.
34. PPA - Texas
    Search for a member by city, read about upcoming events, or view images at this state branch of the Professional Photographer's Association.
35. Prairie Region of Photographic Arts
    Association of Saskatchewan photographers outlines its services and provides a list of competitions with guidelines for entering.
36. RA Photo Club
    Ottawa-based club offering online newsletter, competitions, and workshops for members.
37. SDUPS
    View the calendar of events for the San Diego Underwater Photographic Society, or check out items for sale on the bulletin board.
38. Texas Photographic Society
    Bi-monthly online newsletter providing information about this club's activities. With details of their wide range of workshops.
39. Union of Lithuanian Photographers
    Meet dozens of member photographers and view examples of each of their works, find out about upcoming exhibitions, and view links.
40. Welsh Photographic Federation
    Review the history of the organization and the latest news on its competitions, exhibitions, and events. Includes classified ads and links.
41. WPPI Online
    Wedding and Portrait Photographers International, with information, programs and professional services. Features a membership benefits package.

Training

1. Brooks Institute of Photography
   Offers both an undergraduate and a graduate degree in a variety of photographic disciplines. View a gallery of students's photographs.
2. Center for Photography - Woodstock
   Explore arts focused photography through workshops, submit entries to contests and view upcoming events.
3. College of DuPage Photo Program
   The photography program at the College of DuPage in Glen Ellyn, Illinois. And a gallery of student and staff's photographs.
4. Digital Photography
   The syllabus, discussions and examples of work from the Department of Art at the University of Arizona.
5. Neversink Photo Workshop
   Spend a week in the Catskills refining photographic techniques, full details and printable application form.
6. NY Institute of Photography
   Tips for taking quality photos, with a monthly analysis of a specific photo and changing discussion topic. Includes catalog and course information.
7. Photo Seminars
   Free photography workshops By a faculty of experts. A large resource of photography information and innovation.
8. Rochester Institute of Technology Photographic
   Arts Visit Rochester Institute of Technology's undergraduate program in photographic arts and sciences. See curriculum outlines and photos.
9. Santa Fe Workshops
   Calendar of workshops and course descriptions, including general information about the campus.
10. UIC Photography
    Undergraduate and graduate programs in photography, film and electronic media from the University of Illinios.
11. UIUC Photography
    Photography program at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
12. University of the Arts
    Undergraduate and graduate academic programs in art, design, performing arts, media and communication. Located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
13. Virginia Intermont College
    Admission, courses and facilities description for the photography program at Virginia Intermont College. View their students's photography.
14. WebSLR
    This virtual camera lets you change camera settings and see how pictures are affected. A comprehensive tutorial is included.