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6 Tips To Capture Candid Family Photos

I have 6 tips for you so you can step up your family photography game.
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10 Newborn Photoshoot Ideas & Inspiration

Newborn photography has become a place for photographers to get creative and make memorable images for families to cherish for a lifetime to come. We wanted to give you some inspiration for newborn baby photoshoot ideas from the basics to the unforgettable. We wanted to provide options for natural light and flash photography to give ... Read more
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Natural Light Portrait Tips | Use Hard Light to Shape the Body

While many photographers tend to shy away from using harsh natural light in portraits, you can use it to dramatic effect to shape your subject's body.

Creative Wedding Photography Ideas From Award Winning Photographers

Looking for ways to spice up your wedding photography? See what our community members are loving this wedding season!

Body Photography Tips for Capturing the Beauty Within

In the world of photography, the human body holds a remarkable power to convey emotions, tell stories, and celebrate the diverse beauty that exists within us all. Whether you’re a professional photographer or an enthusiastic hobbyist, this article will provide you with valuable insights and techniques to elevate your body photography skills. From understanding body ... Read more

10 Photographers Share Their Favorite Holiday Photo

This time of year elicits an inspiration in many photographers to create unique concepts and bring the joy of the season to life in a single still image.

Use These 10 Street Photography Tips to Create Compelling Images

Felix Irawan is a wedding photography out of Melbourne Australia with a side passion for street photography.  We came across his work in our Facebook Community Group in our Week 9 Challenge: "To show us what you like to shoot when you're not being paid."

How to Start a Photography Business

Sometimes, statistics can be scary. If you were to search for success rates for new photography businesses, you would find that the vast majority of them fail within the first two years. I’m not sharing this information to dissuade you from starting your own photography business, but rather to emphasize the importance of putting together ... Read more
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The Best Product Photography Backdrops and How to Use Them

Like window displays from the days of brick & mortar, the photos that companies use to sell their products have been purposefully designed to make a positive first impression. Afterall, within the realm of marketing, appearance definitely matters. In fact, a study from a few years back found that “93% of consumers consider visual appearance ... Read more
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Optical Zoom VS Digital Zoom – What’s The Difference?

These days, almost every camera with a built-in lens has some sort of a “zoom” label on it. However, not all types of zoom are created equal, especially if you include cell phone cameras. There are two major different technologies that are used: digital zoom, and optical zoom. What’s The Difference Between Digital And Optical ... Read more

Lowepro ProTactic SH 200 AW Review

Anthony Thurston

The ProTactic SH 200AW, as Lowepro describes it, is a modern, photojournalist style shoulder bag designed to fit a professional DSLR with a classic 70-200mm lens kit, two to three extra lenses or speedlights, up to a 13-inch laptop and tablet, smartphone, and accessories.

Engagement Photo Ideas To Inspire Your Next Shoot

Christopher

Engagement Photography can be a time for trying new things, exploring new photo locations, and experimenting with new photo techniques. ...

Canon 5DS vs. Canon 5D Mark III | Gear Review And Comparison

Pye

In this video, I'll take you through the comparisons between the Canon 5DS versus the 5D Mark III, discuss my experience with it, and answer the biggest question concerning the 5DS, "Is it worth it?"

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Photigy Membership Review

Max Bridge

Photigy is an online educational resource specifically aimed at teaching product photography. So, what makes Photigy so good? How is it different? And why should you part with your cash?

Headshot Photography | Working With the Client’s Reaction With Peter Hurley

Hanssie

In this short clip from photo Week 2015, Peter Hurley explains the Hurley Headshot System and how he gets the "microexpression."

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Inexpensive Product Photography | DIY Shooting Table

Max Bridge

Product photography can be expensive. Check out this DIY shooting table solution from Alex Koloskov over at Photigy.

Mooli London Hampton Bag Review | A Stylish, Yet Functional Designer Camera Bag

Hanssie

The Hampton Bag is currently about halfway through their Kickstarter Campaign with about half of their goal raised. I was able to test out a review copy of the bag for a week and I'm pretty sure I don't want to give it back.

Work Hard Anywhere | Find Good Workspaces Wherever You Are

Kishore Sawh

You're a creative in the 21st Century, and are therefore unbound to your desk, and can make an office in any city. Work Hard Anywhere App is a free tool to help you find the best workspaces

Take a Break From Reality With The Photo Manipulations of Achraf Baznani

Hanssie

In his series, "Inside My Dreams," Achraf wants people to think outside of the box and ponder and reflect on his surreal images.

RØDE Introduces VideoMicro & VideoMic Me

Kishore Sawh

RØDE has largest single product release yet, with two new microphones you'll want to make room for in your bag, both powerful and inexpensive.

Xcellon DRD-401 | 4-Bay RAID Enclosure Review

Anthony Thurston

Let's face it, photography is a hobby/career that demands loads of storage, and the amount we all need keeps going higher as the megapixels increase year after year. Here's a solution to keep all your files safe.

Combining Two Axis Motion, Time-Lapse, and Live Action Footage For a Unique Shot

Hanssie

In the following video by our friends at The Slanted Lens, Jay P. Morgan grabs some of our favorite tools for filmmaking and time-lapse and combines a few techniques into one shot.

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