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How To: Load film into a camera correctly

When loading film into a camera, never touch the blades of the shutter and make sure to advance the film a couple of times in a manual camera. Load film in a camera with the tips in this free instructional video on photography tips from a professional photographer. Loading film is an important first step for new photographers.

How To: Develop film for a black-and-white photo

When developing film for a black-and-white photo, first extract the leader of the film from the film canister and then pull out the rest of the film in total darkness. Develop a black and white photograph with the tips in this free instructional video on photography tips from a professional photographer. Good information for black and white photography students.

How To: Choose the right camera lens

When choosing a camera lens, use a telephoto lens for a zoom or a wide-angle lens for a broader view, which allows photographers to fit more of a subject into a photo. Choose the right lens for a specific photo with the tips in this free instructional video on photography tips from a professional photographer. Lens are very expensive, so make sure you are educated before you buy a new camera lens.

How To: Clean an SLR camera

When cleaning an SLR camera, use a stiff brush to remove dirt and a lint-free cloth to remove grease marks. Clean an SLR camera with the tips in this free instructional video on photography tips from a professional photographer. Clean your SLR camera like a pro.

How To: Read a hand-held light meter

When reading a hand-held light meter, make sure the ISO setting is correct and point the cone of the meter toward the subject to get an accurate reading. Learn how to read a hand held light meter with the tips in this free instructional video on photography tips from a professional photographer. After learning about the light meter, you won't make any aperature mistakes in the future.

How To: Buy a camera flash

When buying a camera flash, make sure it is compatible with the camera and can act as a fill flash for daylight photographs. Purchase a camera flash with the tips in this free instructional video on photography tips from a professional photographer. Now you will know what to do when you are hunting for a camera flash.

How To: Clean a camera lens

When cleaning a camera lens, use stiff brush to remove the dirt, then wipe lens with a lint-free cloth. Clean camera lenses with the tips in this free instructional video on photography tips from a professional photographer. Be sure to be sage and avoid scratching the camera lens.

How To: Pedal a bicycle like a pro

Katya Meyers, professional Ironman triathlete offers some cycling tips in this how-to video. Learn how to find a proper seat height, reach, and pedal stroke. Watch this video cycling tutorial and learn how to pedal like a pro.

How To: Use active D-Lighting for your photo shoots

This instructional photography video explains step-by-step the features of active D-Lighting: what it can do and how it affects your images. Active D-Lighting allows you to photograph in various lighting situations for more neutral contrast results. Here is a basic explanation of the settings on a professional Nikon photo camera:

How To: Practice a vinyasa sequence for yin yoga

Learn a yoga sequence from a professional. Watch this Yin Yoga How-to video to learn how to do a vinyasa sequence. Star with the child pose and round up to downward facing dog. Lengthen your legs and move into a twisting lunge by opening your heart area. Follow along with this yoga vinyasa sequence to stretch and elongate your body.

How To: Practice the yin yoga butterfly pose

Learn a few yin yoga poses from a professional. Watch this Yoga How-to video to learn how to do the butterfly pose. This popular pose is also known as the baddha konasana. Open up your hip muscles and lengthen your back with yin yoga by practicing the butterfly pose.

How To: Make pie crust dough

Learn to make fresh pie dough with Professional Chef Cat Cora. This recipe will make a tender and flaky crust. All you need is flour, sugar, salt, butter, shortening, and water. Follow along with this video baking tutorial and learn how to make a perfect pie crust dough.

How To: Make fresh peanut brittle

Learn to make fresh peanut brittle with Professional Chef Cat Cora. You'll need sugar, water, Caro syrup, a thermometer, butter, baking soda and of course, peanuts. Watch this video candy-making tutorial and learn how to make sweet delicious peanut brittle.

How To: Make candied yams like a pro

Learn to make candied yams with Professional Chef Gordon Drysdale. Weirdly, candied yams aren't usually made with yams, but with sweet potatoes. In any case they're delicious. You'll need sweet potatoes, tin foil, butter, brown sugar, walnuts, and spices of your choice. Learn how to bake candied yams by watching this video cooking tutorial.

How To: Grip a squash racquet with your thumb and index finger

If you have ever been curious about playing squash, watch this how to video. This is a quick squash playing tutorial that shows you how to properly hold a squash racquet. Properly gripping a racket involves the precise positioning of your thumb and index finger. So watch and learn how to start playing squash like a professional.