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Learn “Spotlight” LIGHTING Photography Portraits

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

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
Marlies Hartmann

20+ Incredible Examples of Creative Lighting

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

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)

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

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

Gels can be very useful in correcting color in your image or adding a creative effect. We show you how in the following video.
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SEO for Photographers | A Complete Guide

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
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Fantastic Birthday Photoshoot Ideas and Tips You Need to Try

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

Profoto Spring Sale: Save Up to 25% on B20, B30, D30, A10, and A2

Profoto has built a well-earned reputation for quality and reliability in professional lighting for photographers. This holds especially true for professional photographers, who understand that reliable gear is everything. If you’ve ever photographed a wedding using Profoto gear, you know that campaign taglines like “10,000 shots during a wedding – No misfires” aren’t marketing exaggerations. ... Read more
Photography Tips Photography Basics

Best Smoke Bombs for Photography & Tips on How to Use Them

Pye

We found the best smoke bomb for photography and wanted to offer 5 tips on how to use them safely and creatively.

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Photography Tips Landscape Photography

Explore Your Creativity with These 7 Urban Landscape Photography Tips

Dawn Gilfillan

The urban landscape photography makes a refreshing change from photographing the beauty of natural landscapes.  The broad genre presents creative ...

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Photography Tips Astro Photography

How to Photograph the Milky Way | A Complete Guide

Matthew Saville

Welcome to our complete guide on how to photograph the Milky Way! The Milky Way is one of the most ...

Photography Tips Fashion Photography

Three Simple Go-To Styles For Model Test Shoots

Brittany Smith

Styling for a model test shoot in the fashion realm can be intimidating, and it doesn’t have to be. As ...

Photography Careers and Business Marketing for Photographers

Photographer’s Essential Guide to Body Language

Vanessa Van Edwards

If you’re a photographer, you’ve got to understand body language. Many of the most talented photographers don’t realize it, but ...

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Photography Tips Portrait Photography

Graduation Photography Tips and Ideas for Memorable Photos

Alice Houstons

It’s graduation season! A graduation photography session is a great way to celebrate and document the big milestone.  The genre ...

Photography Tips Photography Basics

10 Characteristics of a Good Photo

Christopher

While studying our art over the last decade, we compiled a list of ten characteristics most often found in the best photos. Here they are.

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Poses

The First 5 Couples Poses Every Photographer Should Learn

Pye

Learn the 5 couples poses that every photographer should know for perfect couples portraits!

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Photography Tips Flash Photography

When to Use Flash (and Why) in Your Photography

Pye

Flash is not a necessary component of a great portrait photography image. In fact, when used without intention or when ...

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Crowd Photo Release Form

Hanssie

Sometimes photographers and filmmakers/videographers will shoot in a public area where people in the background may be captured on camera. It isn't feasible to get every single person who enters that area to sign a photo release form.

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Photography Tips

The Benefits of Flash vs Constant Light | Why It’s Worth Investing in Lighting Gear

Sean Lewis

When photographers consider their options for lighting a scene, they typically choose between using natural light or flash. While natural ...

Portrait Photography

Don’t Say Cheese! How to Smile for Photos

Alice Houstons

If you want to help your clients give you natural smiles for their photos, don't have them say, 'cheese.' Try these tips instead.

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