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Every Sunday I will take a look at the past week on Pixiq and highlight some of the most interesting posts. I decided this would be helpful since some things tend to get buried due to all the activity on the site. Since this is my first article, I have chosen a selection of my favorites from all articles that have appeared on Pixiq since its beta launch on September 13^th.  I didn’t pick an article from Photography is Not a Crime because there are so many, but if you haven’t looked at Carlos Miller’s very timely blog, take a look.

Please feel free to share your own choices in the comments sections after this article. Finally, I would like to thank you for bookmarking Pixiq and ask that you help us to spread the word about this unique site about photography and photographers.

So, here we go with this week’s picks, in no particular order:

Geotag Your Photos with GPS Devices  by Peter Burian

Here’s what you need to know to use in-camera or aftermarket GPS devices to position the exact location of any photo on the globe…fascinating!

Denali National Park: Taming the Wilderness Experience by George and Kathy Lepp 

As this article details, there are many ways to experience Denali—from the “theme park” approach where you never leave the tour bus and your eyes (and cameras) never leave the monitors inside it, to the real thing—the August program for photographers.

Using Your Histogram and Exposing to the Right by Michael Clark

This is one of the best explanations that I have ever read on understanding histograms and applying the information to get an optimally exposed RAW file.

Travel Photography in the Time of Underpants Bombs... by Bob Krist

Nobody tells it like it is quite like Bob does. I love this article and plan to read his entire blog in the coming months. We are tickled pink that he has joined us on Pixiq, and we can only hope he is just as thrilled to be here! Read Bob’s blog, it will delight and educate you while expanding your horizons.

Fauxtographers and Your Photos Being Ripped Off  by Jack Reznicki

Sad but true, many people think that they can use any photo they find on the Internet. Protect yourself by registering your copyrights, using unique image names, and being on the watch—but don’t listen to me, read Jack’s thought-provoking article.

Best Shooting Destinations & Subjects for Each Month of the Year by Heather Angel 

Heather is wonderful fun, a dynamo in the field, a great communicator, and a fantastic photographer. When we asked her to join us on Pixiq, she wanted to begin by posting some short tips to help those interested in photographing nature and wildlife. Here’s the first, her list of favorite subjects/destinations for each month of the year. 

Parisian Photo Trips by Dave Beckerman

With notes on three trips to Paris and photos in that almost inimitable vintage style, this is the post that will have you dreaming of hopping a ride on Air France.