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5 Photographer Biographies That Are Worth A Read

Take a closer look into the life of some of the most influential and notable photographers in history. Here are five photographer biographies that are worth getting your hands on.

30 Tilt-Shift Lens Photos That Will Make You Need One

Tilt-shift lenses are notoriously difficult to use (well), but when perfected, they can create unparalleled artistic portraits.

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. It’s also 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.

Adobe Announces The Update to the Lightroom Ecosystem We’ve Been Waiting For!

David Crewe

Finally!! The update we've been waiting years for from Adobe Lightroom has been released. Lightroom Classic and CC to take advantage of GPU acceleration for faster performance.

Hasselblad Launches The 907X Special Edition To Celebrate 50 Years On The Moon

David Crewe

Hasselblad has announced a special edition 907X with CFV II 50C digital back to commemorate the 50th anniversary of it's part in the Apollo Moon landing mission!

Sigma Drops Some Huge News With The Announcement of the ‘fp’: The World’s Smallest Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera

David Crewe

Sigma is shaking things up with it's announcement of 3 new lenses and the 'fp' camera; the world's smallest full-frame mirrorless camera.

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.

Introducing the X1D II 50C, XCD 35-75 zoom lens, Phocus Mobile 2, and revealing details of the upcoming CFV II 50C digital back and 907X camera body

Hasselblad Expands Reach of Medium Format Imaging for Even More Creative Versatility

David Crewe

Hasselblad announces the X1D II 50C, XCD 35-75 zoom lens, Phocus Mobile 2, and reveals details of the upcoming CFV II 50C digital back and 907X camera body.

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Biggest-Ever Affinity Updates Bring Unrivaled Speed, Power and Extensive New Features

David Crewe

Affinity Photo Updates bring GPU compute acceleration, HDR monitor support and a new memory management system to ensure the Affinity suite continues to be at the cutting edge of modern creative software.

The Profoto B10 Plus is Here: Twice the Power of the B10 at Just A 25% Higher Price

David Crewe

Profoto announces the new B10 Plus, a “slightly bigger brother” to the B10 that doubles the power to 500Ws from 250Ws while only adding about 25% to the price tag!

Peak Design Tripod Review | Is It Worth the Cost?

David Crewe

Peak Design’s enters the tripod market swinging, launching the world’s most portable, packable, easy-to-setup professional travel tripod for amateurs and professionals alike. It took them 4 years to perfect, but now it's here. On Kickstarter. Available for pre-order for a limited-time discount at pkdsn.com/ks.

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Profoto Unveils the A1X – An Upgraded A1 with More Power, Better Battery, and a Higher Price Tag

David Crewe

As leaders in their industry, Profoto continues to innovate and bring the goods. The new A1X looks a lot like the A1, but it's even better. Check it out!

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Skylum Releases Luminar 3.1 With The New Accent AI 2.0 Filter

David Crewe

With the Accent AI 2.0 filter, Skylum's Luminar software is better than ever. With 15% off (as well as free access to SLR Lounge's Photography 101 workshop) for a limited time, there's no better time than now to check it out!

Remove Backgrounds In One Click With The remove.bg Plug-In For Adobe Photoshop

David Crewe

If you ever need to remove the background from your images, you probably won't find a faster, more convenient plug-in to get the job done.

LIT Flash for Smartphone Photographers

LIT Flash – A New Off-Camera Flash for Smartphone Photographers

David Crewe

Want to add off-camera flash to your smartphone photography game? Check out the LIT Flash on Kickstarter and save money with an early pledge.