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Posing Guide for Photographing Children

March 6, 2026

Children are often the first subjects that a photographer falls in love with as a primary subject. There are endless benefits of shooting little ones who have yet to develop camera shyness, allowing beginning photographers to have a moving, dynamic, energetic, and sometimes patient subject. But it isn’t until you are hired to shoot children ... Read more

Learn “Spotlight” LIGHTING Photography Portraits

March 5, 2026

There are countless ways to get creative with studio portrait lighting. In this video, we’ll be putting the spotlight on our model with an incredibly simple creative lighting setup using only two off-camera flashes. Video: Creative Lighting Setup For “Spotlight” Style Portraits Before we jump in, be sure to give my friend and model, Kiara, ... Read more

DxO Film Pack 8 Review | The Most Comprehensive Film Emulation Tool We’ve Ever Seen

March 5, 2026

Digital photography is about technical perfection and “clean image data”; film photography is about emotion, character, soul… At least those are the cliches! Except, what if you could blow away all the stereotypes and have all of those things at your fingertips? It sounds too good to be true, however, this DxO Film Pack 8 ... Read more

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.

Lumaprints Review: Framed Canvas and Framed Fine Art Prints (Quality That Punches Above the Price)

March 3, 2026

When we talk about the value of preserving photos, prints still do what digital files cannot. Sure, digital is convenient, fast, and easy to share, but it’s also easy to ignore. Think of the countless images that live on your phone, hard drives, or social feeds. They tend to disappear rather quickly, no matter how ... Read more

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

Photography Tips Photography Basics

How To Photograph Fireworks | Tutorials and Tips (Updated)

July 3, 2025

Joe Marshall

Whether you've never tried photographing fireworks or you're a seasoned pro, you'll find interesting, inspiring, and useful information in this roundup!

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Newborn Photography Tips for Great Baby Photos

July 2, 2025

Hanssie

Welcoming a newborn into the family is one of the most cherished moments in any parent’s life. As time flies, ...

SEO & Web Photography Careers and Business Best Of

Best Website Builder for Photographers (Updated)

July 2, 2025

Christopher

A website is critical for any business and especially important in the visual world of photography. Just 10 years ago, ...

Portrait Photography

Defining Leading Lines in Photography (with 20+ Examples!)

July 1, 2025

Shivani Reddy

See how photographers in our Lighting community took on the Leading Lines feature challenge!

Photography Tips Photography Careers and Business Marketing for Photographers

How to Write a Photographer About Me Page That Connects

June 30, 2025

Christopher

An about page is a must-have when it comes to your website. It’s your digital elevator pitch and your chance to connect ...

Photography Tips

How to Fix a Water Damaged Camera

June 30, 2025

Gavin Hardcastle

Water damage can spell disaster for photographers, turning prized equipment into pricey paperweights. Whether it’s a result of a sudden ...

Flash Photography

Outdoor Flash Photography Tips for Natural or Dramatic Portraits

June 29, 2025

Pye

For some photographers, flash is only used out of necessity in low light scenarios. These natural light photographers rarely, if ...

Photography Tips Photography Basics

Understanding Balance in Photography

June 28, 2025

Christopher

Balance is a compositional technique in photography that juxtaposes images within a frame so that the objects are of equal visual weight. When different parts of a photo command your attention equally, perfect balance is achieved. In photography, there are two main techniques of balance you should be aware of: formal and informal. We’ll discuss the difference between each and how they can affect your photo.

Photography Tips

15 Couple Maternity Photoshoot Ideas, Poses, and Tips

June 27, 2025

Christopher

Pregnancy is a beautiful journey that deserves to be celebrated and documented. Capturing the moments of this special time with ...

Photography Tips Engagement Photography Portrait Photography

Tips for Portraits With A Wide Angle Lens

June 26, 2025

Pye

Wide-angle lenses are often considered landscape and architectural photography lenses, but they also offer unique creative possibilities for portrait photography. ...