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20+ Incredible Examples of Creative Lighting

March 4, 2026

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

March 3, 2026

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

March 2, 2026

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

March 1, 2026

Gels can be very useful in correcting color in your image or adding a creative effect. We show you how in the following video.

SEO for Photographers | A Complete Guide

February 28, 2026

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

Fantastic Birthday Photoshoot Ideas and Tips You Need to Try

February 27, 2026

Hurray! It’s your birthday! Well, maybe not today, but when the time does come, consider celebrating your birthday with a special birthday photoshoot. These photoshoots, like birthday parties, can range from low key hangouts to major productions. Either way, you’ll never forget this milestone when you put a little extra thought into how you capture ... Read more

Profoto Spring Sale: Save Up to 25% on B20, B30, D30, A10, and A2

February 27, 2026

Profoto has built a well-earned reputation for quality and reliability in professional lighting for photographers. This holds especially true for professional photographers, who understand that reliable gear is everything. If you’ve ever photographed a wedding using Profoto gear, you know that campaign taglines like “10,000 shots during a wedding – No misfires” aren’t marketing exaggerations. ... Read more

Family Lifestyle Photography vs Traditional Photography

February 26, 2026

Family photography is an art form that captures precious memories of the people we hold dear. With the advent of digital cameras and smartphones, taking photos of our loved ones has never been easier. However, when it comes to professional family photography, two styles have emerged: lifestyle family photography and traditional family photography. While both ... Read more

Lifestyle Photography Tips For Capturing Authentic Images

February 25, 2026

There's more to producing great lifestyle content than knowing how to work your camera. Here are some thing to keep in mind to keep your Instagram consistent and authentic.

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5 Off-Camera Flash Photography Tips for Beginners

February 24, 2026

Getting started with flash photography can quickly feel overwhelming. There’s plenty to learn, and shooting with natural light alone can prove stressful enough, particularly for beginners. In reality, however, mastering the basics of off-camera flash photography isn’t all that complex, especially if you have a bit of guidance and user-friendly gear. The creative freedom that ... Read more

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Help Photographer Spread Plastic Pollution Awareness and Win $10,000

February 21, 2024

Sean Lewis

Artist and activist, Benjamin Von Wong, is back with another environmentally-minded project, Giant Plastic Tap, to bring attention to the ...

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Canon EOS R3 | Flagship Mirrorless Done Right?

September 14, 2021

Matthew Saville

The Canon EOS R3 has finally had its official, full specifications unveiled, and they are indeed quite impressive. (As they ...

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Nikon Z 40mm f/2 Announced | Full-Frame Mirrorless Lens on a Crop-Sensor Budget

September 14, 2021

Matthew Saville

Nikon has released a compact, lightweight, standard focal length prime lens for their Z-mount mirrorless cameras, and it looks like an interesting option!

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Canon EOS R3 VS Nikon Z9 VS Sony A1 | Mirrorless Flagship Comparison

August 22, 2021

Matthew Saville

Canon and Nikon are about to join Sony in making 2021 the year of high-end flagship mirrorless cameras. Does this milestone mean that all three brands are now equal competitors?

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Rethink Black & White Editing w/ the BW Mixer by Visual Flow

June 29, 2021

Visual Flow

Visual Flow, a sister company of SLR Lounge, just launched their latest set photo editing tools called the Black and ...

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MagMod’s New All-Star Lineup: Softboxes, Stripboxes & More!

February 21, 2024

Shivani Reddy

After the success of their original MagBox, MagMod has been hard at work trying to figure out what additional softboxes ...

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4 Reasons to Get Excited About PHOTOPLUS 2021

February 21, 2024

Sean Lewis

For just over a year now, we’ve had to find new ways to engage our craft and grow as photographers, ...

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Datacolor Launches SpyderX Create Kit and SpyderX Mobile Pro Kit

September 20, 2024

Alice Houstons

Datacolor just launched four new accessories and two new bundles to enhance your photography workflow. These new tools and bundle ...

Bird Photographer of the Year Finalists Announced SLR Lounge

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See The Finalists of the Bird Photographer Of The Year 2021 Contest

January 3, 2024

David Crewe

Wildlife photography can be one of the most difficult, and most rewarding genres for photographers. Spending hours, days, sometimes even ...

Adobe Launches Design Mobile Bundle SLR Lounge

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Adobe Unveils New $14.99 Mobile Bundle for Designers Featuring Photoshop, illustrator, and Fresco

October 14, 2024

David Crewe

Adobe has officially launched a new bundle for iPad creatives called the Adobe Design Mobile Bundle, available for $14.99 a ...

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GNARBOX 2.7.0 Update | A Hands-On Review of What’s New

August 14, 2024

Sean Lewis

Here’s an overview of the new features, improvements, and bug fixes included in the GNARBOX 2.7.0 update, complete with a quick review based on our own hands-on experience.