2019

How to Keep Camera Battery Warm in Cold Weather

Use this quick tip to keep your batteries warm while you're shooting in extremely cold temperatures.

How & Why To Shoot On Colored Seamless Backgrounds | Improving Your Portraits

Regardless of your subject, the inclusion of colored seamless backgrounds can differentiate and improve your work.
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Best iPhone Camera Accessories to Expand Your Creative Toolkit

The iPhone is not just a phone; it’s a highly portable device with some of the best camera technology you can have. With the iPhone’s camera, you can exercise your creativity and build your photography skills everywhere you go. Also, it’s worth noting that the iPhone camera only represents the foundation. Like most conventional cameras, ... Read more

Ruko U11MINI 4K RC3 Review: A Sub-250g Drone That Actually Makes Sense for Beginners

The bottom line: The Ruko U11MINI 4K RC3 delivers usable 4K video, a 3-axis gimbal, and 96 minutes of flight time across three batteries, all under 249g and under $500. It’s not a DJI killer, but it’s a legitimately good first drone for photographers testing aerial content without the regulatory headaches or financial commitment of ... Read more

Best CRM for Photographers: Real Tools, Real Photographers, Real Results

Photographers lose more potential bookings to a disorganized inbox than they care to admit. A bride emails on a Tuesday afternoon, they’re on a shoot, and by the time they circle back three days later, she’s already signed with someone else. Sound familiar? This isn’t a problem you solve with better time management or more ... Read more
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Learn the Art of Visual Storytelling Through Photography

Storytelling in photography is an invaluable tool that allows us to communicate beyond words and deliver a visual narrative that touches our hearts and minds alike.  An image, or a set of images, that tell a story can have a profound impact on the viewers, connecting with them on a level beyond the aesthetics of ... Read more
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Forest Photography Tips & Guide for Better Photos

Forest photography offers a unique creative challenge: capturing the interplay of light filtering through canopies, the textures of ancient bark, and the mood that only woodlands can provide. Whether you’re drawn to misty morning scenes, dramatic light rays, or intimate details of forest floors, mastering forest photography requires understanding both technical skills and the unique ... Read more
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PPI vs DPI: What’s the Difference and Why It Matters to Photographers

PPI and DPI are both very important terms for any photographer who wants to display their images as beautifully as possible.

Aiarty Video Enhancer: Clean Up Noisy, Low-Light Footage and Upscale to 4K (New Year Deal)

With 2026 underway, creators looking to bring new life to their old, noisy, or low-resolution videos should take note of a compelling promotion from Aiarty. The company’s AI Video Enhancer, a desktop application designed to upscale, denoise, and restore footage, is now available at its lowest price ever as part of a New Year special. ... Read more

How to Use a Light Meter for Film

Metering film is the most common cause of frustration amongst new film shooters, but it’s also one of the most important skills to master. Incorrect metering can lead to wasted sessions, missed shots, and lots of wasted money on film. The good news? Once you understand the fundamentals, metering becomes second nature. In this article, ... Read more
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Best Memory Card Holders And Wallets

David Crewe

Keeping your memory cards organized and safe is more important than ever. Whether you’re a professional photographer, an avid traveler, ...

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Best Flash and Light Stands for Photographers (Updated)

David Crewe

Choosing the right light stand for your needs can be confusing. Thankfully we've put together a list of the best rated and top selling light stands for a variety of uses and situations to help keep the guess work out of it for you.

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Adobe Talks Photoshop Reimagined for iPad: The Journey So Far

David Crewe

Adobe has just released a large blog post detailing their roadmap for Photoshop on the iPad leading into the first half of 2020. There's a bunch of new features coming including Select Subject, Refine Mask, better Cloud Document access, and much more!

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Olympus Introduces The New OM-D E-M5 Mark III Mirrorless Camera – Compact, Customizable, and Versatile

David Crewe

During PPE. Olympus announced its latest, (and LONG awaited), OM-D mirrorless camera, an impressive update to its compact and versatile OM-D E-M5 Mark II, the Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark III Mirrorless Micro Four Thirds Digital Camera.

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Polaroid Originals Introduces The Polaroid Originals Lab – A Desktop Photo Print Lab That Brings Instant Film Processing To Your Desktop

David Crewe

Polaroid Originals brings the awesomeness of instant film right to your desktop (and smartphone), with the announcement of the Polaroid Originals Polaroid Lab Instant Film Printer!

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Exclusive First Look at Adobe’s 2019 Rising Stars of Photography

David Crewe

In Adobe's 3rd year of the Rising Star program which celebrates up and coming creative artists, they've expanded the selections to include mobile / smartphone users. Have a peek at some of the fresh photography from all over the world in this years line up highlighting Adobe's love of visual storytellers.

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Techart Unveils the World’s First Sony E to Nikon Z Autofocus Adapter

David Crewe

The new Sony E – Nikon Z Autofocus Adapter is the latest groundbreaking product brought by Techart.

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Adobe Announces Substantial Updates To The Lightroom Ecosystem

David Crewe

Today, Adobe is releasing updates to the entire Adobe photography ecosystem, including Camera Raw, Lightroom Classic CC, and Lightroom CC for Mac, Windows, Android, ChromeOS, and iOS.