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DxO Film Pack 8 Review | The Most Comprehensive Film Emulation Tool We’ve Ever Seen
Matthew Saville
Digital photography is about technical perfection and “clean image data”; film photography is about emotion, character, soul… At least those are the cliches! Except, what if you could blow away all the stereotypes and have …
Location Scouting: On the Hunt for the Perfect Shots
Christopher
One of the most tedious and difficult things that can often happen to photographers is to think of new locations for an upcoming photo or video shoot. Here are some tips to help you find the perfect location for your next shoot.
Lumaprints Review: Framed Canvas and Framed Fine Art Prints (Quality That Punches Above the Price)
Sean Lewis
When we talk about the value of preserving photos, prints still do what digital files cannot. Sure, digital is convenient, fast, and easy to share, but it’s also easy to ignore. Think of the countless …
Glossy VS Matte Photos | Which Print Paper is Better?
Matthew Saville
Even in today’s world of digital displays, most photographers have printed at least a few of their photos. When it comes to photo printing, one of the most common questions is, glossy or matte? Deciding …
Second Shooter Contract Sample for Second and Third Photographers
Alice Houstons
For those who are looking to step foot into the professional realm of photography (or those who are already there), you may start to realize that you can’t be everywhere at once. And even if …
Lighting for Pet Photography with One-Light
Holly Roa
Often, photographers who are considering the graduation from natural-light-only photography to the addition of artificial light into the mix will feel intimidated by the notion. In this article on lighting for pet photography, we’re here …
Cherry Blossom Photoshoot Tips | Capturing the Beauty of Spring
Christopher
Spring is a season of new beginnings, and what better way to celebrate than by capturing the beauty of cherry blossoms through photography? With their delicate pink and white petals, these trees provide a stunning …
Posing Guide for Photographing Children
Diana Elizabeth
Children are often the first subjects that a photographer falls in love with as a primary subject. There are endless benefits of shooting little ones who have yet to develop camera shyness, allowing beginning photographers …
Learn “Spotlight” LIGHTING Photography Portraits
Pye
There are countless ways to get creative with studio portrait lighting. In this video, we’ll be putting the spotlight on our model with an incredibly simple creative lighting setup using only two off-camera flashes. Video: …
20+ Incredible Examples of Creative Lighting
Alice Houstons
A photograph cannot exist without light. Light is an integral aspect of a photograph that can influence the mood, emotion, and ultimately, tell a story. Though there are several unwritten rules of light use that …
Wedding Photography Training System
A-Z Guide to Wedding Photography
Flash Photography Training System
Master Flash Photography for Complete Light Control
Posing Workshop
Framework for Directing Men, Women, Couples and Groups
The 8 Best Photography Reflectors
Alice Houstons
