Photofacts author Nando Harmsen


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Nando Harmsen has been photographing for more than 40 years. He specialises in wedding photography and landscape photography. Nando also gives talks, workshops, masterclasses and photo trips, and regularly reviews new and interesting equipment.

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Making a Solar Eclipse Collage in Photoshop

Making a Solar Eclipse Collage in Photoshop

| Nando Harmsen | 117 views | 0 comments

I was asked to show how I make a solar eclipse collage in Photoshop. I show you how in this article. I use my photos of the 2026 total solar eclipse as an example.

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Review: SmallRig 25L backpack

Review: SmallRig 25L backpack

| Nando Harmsen | 192 views | 0 comments

SmallRig is known for its video accessories. Did you know that SmallRig also makes a camera backpack? I received the new 25L backpack for review. It is a special backpack with a lot of attention to detail.

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Synchronise the time between your cameras

Synchronise the time between your cameras

| Nando Harmsen | 138 views | 0 comments

When you take a photo, it is not just the camera settings that are saved, but also the date and time. This is the timestamp. Do you use multiple cameras? Make sure they are all set to the same time.

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A timelapse video of the solar eclipse

A timelapse video of the solar eclipse

| Nando Harmsen | 188 views | 2 comments

Photographing the solar eclipse with three cameras produces a lot of images. I've now processed the images into a timelapse video. This way, you can experience it a little too.

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Avoid Blurry Photos With These 10 Tips

Avoid Blurry Photos With These 10 Tips

| Nando Harmsen | 1,455 views | 9 comments

A blurry photo can have several causes. Preventing blur can sometimes be a matter of using the right settings. It can also be down to the way you take the photo.

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Where will you photograph the heather?

Where will you photograph the heather?

| Nando Harmsen | 708 views | 5 comments

Summer is coming to an end and autumn is just around the corner. The heather is in bloom again. Where will you photograph the heather? Will you visit the famous spots? Or will you look for other places?

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Lunar eclipse on its way

Lunar eclipse on its way

| Nando Harmsen | 579 views | 0 comments

A lunar eclipse is on its way. We can see part of it. If the skies are clear, it could provide some great photo opportunities. Put it in your diary and make a plan.

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Use M mode to learn, but not necessarily while taking photos

Use M mode to learn, but not necessarily while taking photos

| Nando Harmsen | 2,948 views | 25 comments

During workshops, I see many participants struggle with M mode. They have been told it is the only proper way. It is even required at some workshops. Why make things difficult with M when it can be easier? It does not make your photo any better.

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