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Second Shooter Contract Sample for Second and Third Photographers

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 you think you can, there are inevitably moments that you will miss. By photographing a wedding solo you could be ... Read more

Lighting for Pet Photography with One-Light

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 to show you that there’s no need — using flash can be easy. When you’re first getting started, using a ... Read more
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Cherry Blossom Photoshoot Tips | Capturing the Beauty of Spring

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 backdrop for photoshoots of all kinds. Their ephemeral nature adds a unique, whimsical quality to the photos that’s hard to ... Read more

Posing Guide for Photographing Children

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 to have a moving, dynamic, energetic, and sometimes patient subject.  But it isn’t until you are hired to shoot children ... Read more
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Learn “Spotlight” LIGHTING Photography Portraits

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: Creative Lighting Setup For “Spotlight” Style Portraits Before we jump in, be sure to give my friend and model, Kiara, ... Read more
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20+ Incredible Examples of Creative Lighting

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 photographers follow to capture an image, there are those who break the bounds and create a one-of-a-kind moment. In this ... Read more

5 Must-Have Boudoir Photography Accessories For Incredible Photos

When planning a boudoir shoot, the photographer has to consider camera angles, lighting, and outfits. In this episode I will be talking about my 5 favorite items to bring to a boudoir shoot.

Tips for Incredible Wedding Party Photos

There is nothing more chaotic than wrangling a group of people together for a photo and then having to set up perfect lighting, poses, and expressions. These are some of the most valuable images you will capture during a wedding day, and we know just how stressful they can be. In this article, we’ll give ... Read more

Flash Gel Photography for Creative and Corrective Effects

Gels can be very useful in correcting color in your image or adding a creative effect. We show you how in the following video.
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SEO for Photographers | A Complete Guide

SEO is arguably the most sustainable and consistent form of lead generation for photographers (and most other small businesses). However, we often “put it off” until later because we don’t know where to start or what advice to follow. To make things simple and cut through the clutter, we’ve created this complete guide to SEO ... Read more
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Gura Gear Chobe 2.0 Camera Bag Review | A Durable Everyday Messenger Bag

Matthew Saville

This newly redesigned shoulder bag offers extremely high quality construction and ample gear protection, in a package that won't attract too much attention.

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McKinnon 35L Camera Pack Review – Just The Thing For Every Photographer This Holiday

David Crewe

The McKinnon 35L Camera Backpack is a fantastic blend of fashion and function, adding some unique customization and expansion capabilities making it a perfect combination of gear storage and daypack/travel bag.

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The Runner Photo Bag from Brevite Review

Shivani Reddy

It’s rare to find something in the camera bag sphere that stands out because of how much companies focus on ...

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HEX Cinema Backpack Review | Function Meets Fashion

David Crewe

Finding the right camera bag for you can be challenging, this is why the HEX Glacier Cinema Backpack may be of interest to you. With its combination of fashion AND function, this bag will let you prep for nearly any situation and do so in stylish comfort.

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Peak Design Teams with L. Renee Blount, Sony, & BorrowLenses To Provide Gear Grants for Black Photographers

David Crewe

Inspired and directed by the work of L. Renee Blount (https://journal.peakdesign.com/black-joy-in-the-outdoors-picture-it) Peak Design has teamed up with Sony & BorrowLenses ...

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FERNWEH Bag Review – The Biggest & Most Versatile Backpack WANDRD Makes!

Matthew Saville

This backpack is designed to help you get literally anywhere, with as much gear as you can carry and comfort as few other bags can offer...

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Think Tank Retrospective Backpacks Announced – A Perfect Daily & Wanderlust Camera Bag?

Matthew Saville

The popular Retrospective camera bag has been transformed from a shoulder bag design into a backpack! Here's our initial review...

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How to Handle Challenging Lighting | A WPPI 2020 Preview with Alison Carlino

After 16 years in this industry, Alison Carlino has experienced her share of less-than-awesome locations, both indoors and out. Check out her recommendation for how to work with the light you're given and get a preview of her upcoming class & photo walk at WPPI 2020!

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Pelican Photography Collection Launches ‘Vault’ – Affordable, Lightweight, & Dependable Carry Solutions for Camera Gear

David Crewe

Rugged durability meets lightweight mobility with unmatched protection for camera gear. The Newly Launched Vault by Pelican Photography Collection exclusively at B&H looks like it may be an ultimate solution for protecting your gear while on the road.

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Mindshift Gear Backlight Elite 45L Review | The Best Adventure Photography Backpack Ever?

Matthew Saville

Do you like long walks on the beach, ...with 40 pounds of camera gear on your back?

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Think Tank Announces New Mindshift Gear | Backlight Elite 45L Camera Backpack For Adventurous Photographers

Matthew Saville

This new adventure photography backpack has enough room for all your gear, and more!

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Mindshift Backpack Review | Firstlight VS Backlight Camera Bags

Matthew Saville

These two adventure-ready camera backpacks are both awesome, but which one is right for you?

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