Sean Lewis 
Facial recognition has become one of the most useful tools for organizing modern photo libraries. Whether you’re managing family snapshots, professional shoots, or business assets, the ability to search and group images by person can save hours of work. There’s no single “best” option for everyone — some tools emphasize ease of use, others focus …
If you’ve paid attention to the photography & videography industry over the last decade, you know that the demand for video content has never been higher. Much of that demand is due in large part to popular content creators who have raised the bar with their production quality. From TikToks and Instagram Reels to YouTube …
Each day, we break out our cameraphones to capture countless moments, both big and small. Some are Insta-worthy, most are not. The majority of these photos live and die on our devices, while some get their 15 minutes on social media before fading into digital oblivion. For the pictures we deem special enough, there’s really …
Finding a good photographer can be intimidating. Between potentially high session fees, long wait times, and the uncertainty of whether you’ll even like the final images, it’s no wonder many people put off booking portraits altogether. At the same time, photographers sometimes struggle to book sessions regularly because of the issues noted above, not to …
When it comes to e-commerce, images often decide whether a customer stops to click or keeps scrolling. Platforms like Etsy thrive on visuals. Shoppers rarely hold products in their hands before buying. Instead, they rely on product photography to tell the story, showcase quality, and create trust. Traditionally, producing compelling e-commerce photos required professional cameras, …
Imagen, one of the best-known companies for speeding up photo-editing workflows with AI, is now taking aim at video. The company is currently rolling out a public beta of Imagen for Video, its first foray beyond stills. This initial release focuses on automated, frame-accurate color correction. It’s a logical step. Imagen’s photo tools already save …
Each time we step on-location for a photo session, we need to make the best of the scenery and decide which type of lighting to use to capture our shots. Whether we choose to shoot with natural or ambient light, or otherwise add flash, there’s no wrong or right answer. Whichever path we choose, however, …
Wedding season is here, and for photographers, that means it’s time to shift gears from off-season mode to full-production flow. In a recent video, photographer Taylor Jackson shared how he prepares himself and his business to handle the rush and create and deliver an incredible experience for his clients. From AI-powered editing to backup strategies …
One thing that photography hobbyists tend to do better than professional photographers is make time to shoot for themselves. It makes sense why that is, given that pros typically focus all their energy on creating imagery for clients, but photographers of all levels can benefit from setting aside some time to practice new techniques in …
The curious thing about becoming a professional photographer is discovering how little time pro photographers actually spend taking photos. Instead, newly-turned pros find themselves heavily occupied with business-related tasks like managing leads, consulting with clients, sending contracts, scheduling sessions, collecting payments, delivering galleries, ordering prints, and the list goes on. All of this is in …
One of the perks of photographing weddings is getting to shoot in a variety of picturesque locations. Each brings its own charm and challenges, and few are as visually rewarding as a wedding by a lake. Lake weddings provide beautiful backdrops and ample opportunities to get creative. Whether you’re photographing an intimate lakeside elopement or …
[Update] – This giveaway has closed. Congratulations to Lisa B. from Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA. We’re excited to announce that we’ve teamed up with Bay Photo Lab to bring you a special giveaway! US and Canada residents have between now and June 5th to enter for a chance to win a one-of-a-kind Epic Print from …
