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36 Stunning Lunar Eclipse Photos

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Lunar Eclipse

In the early morning hours of December 21, 2010, there was a total lunar eclipse (in North America).  It was the first time in 372 years that a total lunar eclipse fell on the winter solstice.

As you may have guessed, there were some keen photographers out to capture some stunning images of the moon in its amber glow. See the rest of the photos below, and click on any photo to go to the photographer’s Flickr page for larger versions of these images and more info about the photographer. [Read more…]

 

Photos as Web Content: Eyetracking Study

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Image Credit: Jakob Nielsen Eyetracking

Image Credit: Jakob Nielsen Eyetracking

Jakob Nielsen’s recent eyetracking study examines the effectiveness of different types of photos on websites.

The main conclusion to be drawn from the study is that photos inserted into websites for filler are essentially ignored, while photos that provide relevant information can be very engaging to viewers.

Nielsen’s commentary on this eyetracking study primarily addresses the website developer crowd; however, it also serves as a reminder that making your photography relevant is important.  When approaching a job, are you considering the end use and whether your images are created to be relevant and informative alongside other content?

Here’s the link: Jakob Nielsen Web Content Eyetracking Study