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Thorn Valley Studios is dedicated to capturing life's precious moments through the lens of a camera.
Our blog is a reflection of our passion for photography and the beauty of the world around us.
From sharing our latest projects to offering tips and tricks for capturing the perfect shot, our blog has something for everyone.
We hope that our images inspire you to explore the world around you and to capture your own moments in time.
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Reviving Memories: How Restored Photographs Can Bring Clarity and Comfort to Those Affected by Dementia and Alzheimer's
In the struggle against dementia and Alzheimer's, restored photographs shine as vital tools for engaging memory and providing emotional supp
Will Tudor
Apr 73 min read
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How I Brought a Family's Treasured Cartoon Drawing Back to Life: A Unique Photo Restoration Project
Photo Restoration is not just my job; it’s a fulfilling journey that allows families to cherish their histories...
Will Tudor
Apr 55 min read
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Preserving Memories: A Local Photo Restoration Business Making a Difference in Devon
Through their expert photo restoration services and dedication to customer satisfaction, they are preserving cherished memories and bringing
Will Tudor
Jun 2, 20242 min read
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Master the Basics: A Beginners Guide to Photo Editing
Photo editing can seem like a daunting task for beginners, but mastering the basics is essential for creating visually appealing images.
Will Tudor
May 17, 20247 min read
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Photographing on Dartmoor: Tips from a local Pro Photographer
As one of the most captivating areas in the UK, Dartmoor offers a wide range of photographic opportunities for both amateur and seasoned pho
Will Tudor
May 1, 20246 min read
928 views
Maximising the Lifespan of Your Prints: A Practical Guide for Displaying Your Photographs.
Ensuring the longevity of your photographs is vital when displaying them.
Will Tudor
Apr 27, 20245 min read
1,235 views
Man Vs Machine: Are there pitfalls in utilising AI for Photo Restoration?
With the evolving global tech landscape, it's important that the practicality and effectiveness of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools are in
Will Tudor
Apr 15, 20246 min read
1,398 views
Learning to Photograph the Heavens: A Basic Guide to Shooting the Milky Way
Are you fascinated by the vastness and beauty of the night sky?
Do you find yourself gazing up at the stars in awe and wonder?
Will Tudor
Jan 16, 20248 min read
1,417 views
Capturing Forever: A Guide to Choosing the Perfect Wedding Photographer
Introduction: Weddings are undoubtedly one of the most memorable and cherished events in a person's life... Amidst the whirlwind of...
Will Tudor
Sep 28, 20233 min read
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Project Farlacombe - Documenting Nature on a farm. May 2023
Located in between Plymouth and Exeter in Devon, United Kingdom. Farlacombe Farm is approx. 89,030 Square Metres (22 Acres) of farmland....
Will Tudor
May 14, 20231 min read
282 views
Rainy day photography ideas to inspire your inner artist
Rainy days are the perfect opportunity to curl up with a cup of tea and get lost in a good book. But if you’re the type of person who...
Will Tudor
Apr 14, 202316 min read
971 views
Flash Photography for Beginners: How to Use In Camera Flash and Off Camera Flash
If you’re new to photography, you’ve probably heard of “flash” but might not be entirely sure what it is or how to use it. Flash is...
Will Tudor
Apr 14, 20234 min read
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Monopod Vs. Tripod: A beginner's guide
Monopod Vs Tripod: What Every Photographer Needs To Know Tripod or Monopod? It may seem simple enough to some, but it's one of the most...
Will Tudor
Apr 13, 20236 min read
886 views
The Benefits Of Hiring A Professional For Digital Photo Restoration...
At Thorn Valley Studios, we offer professional Digital Photographic Restoration & Archiving. Sounds impressive, but what is it? 1....
Will Tudor
Apr 13, 20233 min read
896 views
What the Bokeh? It's all in the Aperture...
What Does Bokeh Mean? Bokeh comes from the Japanese word boke (ボケ), which means "blur" or "haze", or boke-aji, the "blur quality." Bokeh...
Will Tudor
Mar 7, 20233 min read
970 views
Light
The Importance of Light Light is so basic and important to photography that the word itself - “photography” - comes from the Greek word...
Will Tudor
Mar 7, 20236 min read
916 views
The Three Scapes
Introduction of the Three “Scapes” A few popular locations, or “scapes” you may wish to shoot when you encounter them are: Landscape...
Will Tudor
Mar 7, 202312 min read
916 views
Avoiding Common Mistakes
Now that we've covered the basics, it’s a good time to look at some of the more common mistakes and pitfalls that are made in the field...
Will Tudor
Mar 6, 20238 min read
934 views
Understanding ISO in photography, a beginners guide...
ISO is one of the three legs of the exposure triangle used to make sense of what goes into determining an exposure. The other two legs...
Will Tudor
Feb 9, 20236 min read
1,141 views
Understanding Shutter Speed - A beginner's guide...
Before we get into the details on shutter speed, first let's have a quick look at Exposure. Exposure is the amount of light that is...
Will Tudor
Feb 9, 20235 min read
1,189 views
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