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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
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Best Snipping Tool for Mac and PC

Alice Houstons

As photographers, we constantly hone our skills to capture and edit epic portraits and landscapes, but we shouldn’t overlook another ...

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Best Tripod For Landscape Photography

Matthew Saville

Is it possible to find a good tripod for landscape photography, without breaking the bank? Yes, it is.

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Where to Develop Film | The Best Labs for Film Photographers

Christina Blanarovich

Here's to saving ourselves some time from running around town trying to look for a decent film lab. Throw those keys on the table, and grab your comfy office chair because all you have to do is put those rolls of film inside a mailer.

Tips for Beautiful Ballroom Portraits Before the Wedding Reception

Christopher

Before the wedding reception begins, there’s a great moment for photographers to showcase their creativity and lighting skills: the ballroom ...

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Fall Leaves Photography Tips and Ideas

Michelle Bird

That cozy time of the year is right around the corner, hot drinks, trees reaching a peak of bright colors, baked goods, fireplaces keeping you warm, everyone bundled up in their favorite sweater...honestly, I can keep going about fall. Here are some tips to photograph fall foliage.

Ideal Lighting Setup for Large Group Portraits

Shivani Reddy

An quick & easy lighting setup to help you produce flawless family formals or group portraits in minutes.

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Fall Photoshoot Ideas and Inspiration from Award Winning Photographers

Christopher

As the leaves start to change color and the weather starts to get cooler, it’s time to think about your ...

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The Best Lens Rental Services

Matthew Saville

As a passionate photographer, you know that capturing those perfect shots often requires the right equipment. However, whether you’re a ...

Zoner Studio 2025 Fall Updates Expand AI Tools

Matthew Saville

Within the past couple of years, we have seen some surprising innovations in photo editing. While many digital artists are ...

Mastering the Editorial Raw Flash Look: Why Direct Flash Never Went Out of Style

Sean Lewis

There’s a reason fashion magazines, album covers, and social media campaigns are obsessed with the “raw” direct flash look right ...

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Professional Lighting for YouTube or Podcast Sets in 4 Easy Steps

Pye

If you’re thinking about starting up a video podcast or YouTube channel, you’re going to want to learn how to ...

3 Photography on Black Background Tips

Jamie Davis Smith

A black backdrop is a classic in photography and can create a dramatic effect. Wearing dark colored clothing is a must to retain the powerful feeling of such portraits. But, if you’re not careful, photographing someone wearing dark clothing in front of a dark background can result in the look of a floating head or shapeless blob.