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Jewish Wedding Photography Tips and Guide

Jewish wedding days are built on a number of unique traditions, and even these traditions vary within different branches of Judaism. Furthermore, some Jewish weddings only incorporate one or two traditions out of respect to the families, while others observe several. With such an array of nuances and elements, it is important that photographers know ... Read more
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6 Tips To Capture Candid Family Photos

Here are 6 easy tips to help you elevate your candid family photos. Create a relaxed and fun environment, so you can capture genuine smiles, laughter, and connections that make your family special.
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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

What Camera Should I get? | How Many Megapixels Do I Need?

Max Bridge

What camera should I get is one of those fundamental questions that, at some point, we all ask. In this article, we cover one of the key measurements we all use when deciding which camera to purchase. Megapixels

Godox GM6S Pro Review | A Monitor for Movie-Making Magic

Matthew Saville

When it comes to making the leap from ordinary video creation to crafting a cinematic masterpiece, there are a few ...

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Types of Camera Lenses Explained

Matthew Saville

Do you know the difference between a Zoom lens and a Telephoto Lens? If you have ever wondered what all ...

Peak Design Launches Pro Tripod Series: A New Standard for Portability Meets Pro Stability

Alice Houstons

Peak Design is set to launch its highly anticipated Pro Tripod lineup on November 20, following a $4.6 million Kickstarter ...

8 Affordable White Backdrop and Background Options

Tanya Goodall Smith

Minimalism is a concept often utilized in photography. There's nothing more minimal than a white backdrop. Here are 8 white backdrop options that are affordable and accessible.

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5 Thanksgiving Photography Ideas and Tips

Alice Houstons

Like the Thanksgiving holiday itself, photography provides a perfect vehicle for gathering with friends & family and creating memories that ...

Cyber Week Deal Tracker

Sean Lewis

Get ready to save big this holiday season! Our 2025 Black Friday and Cyber Week Deal Tracker is officially live—your ...

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4 Reasons the 85mm is Perfect for Portraits & How to Use It

Pye

In this video, Pye gives four reasons why the 85mm prime lens has become a staple in a portrait photographer's toolkit and he also shares how to use it.

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Wedding Photography Questions for Clients | Succeed with Sincerity

Hanssie

Communication makes everything go smoother and the more you communicate with your clients, the better you know how to serve them. These ten things you should ask them before you photograph their wedding

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How to Choose the Right Backdrop Color in Portrait Photography

Alice Houstons

Despite playing a more supportive role in photos, backdrops significantly impact the final image. The best backdrops work in tandem ...

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8-Bit vs 16-bit Images | A Visual Demonstration

Justin Heyes

Most photographrs have probably heard about 8-bit vs 16-bit images, yet not thought about it very much. Those are two ...

Catching The Surf | Movement & Serenity With John Lucarelli

Kishore Sawh

Whichever side of whichever fence you’re on these days, it’s probably a fair assessment that peeking through the window of ...