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How to Freeze Motion in Photography

In photography, some of the most compelling images are the ones that freeze motion, especially fast moving, dynamic motion. Whether it’s the graceful leap of a dancer, the splash of water mid-air, or the raw energy of a sporting event, freezing motion brings these fleeting moments to life with clarity. In this guide, we’ll explore ... 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
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Location Scouting: On the Hunt for the Perfect Shots

One of the most tedious and difficult things that can often happen to photographers is to think of new locations for an upcoming photo or video shoot. Here are some tips to help you find the perfect location for your next 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
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Glossy VS Matte Photos | Which Print Paper is Better?

Even in today’s world of digital displays, most photographers have printed at least a few of their photos. When it comes to photo printing, one of the most common questions is, glossy or matte? Deciding between these two types of paper is a huge decision, and you definitely want to make the right choice! There ... Read more

Second Shooter Contract Sample for Second and Third Photographers

For those who are looking to step foot into the professional realm of photography (or those who are already there), you may start to realize that you can’t be everywhere at once. And even if you think you can, there are inevitably moments that you will miss. By photographing a wedding solo you could be ... Read more

Lighting for Pet Photography with One-Light

Often, photographers who are considering the graduation from natural-light-only photography to the addition of artificial light into the mix will feel intimidated by the notion. In this article on lighting for pet photography, we’re here to show you that there’s no need — using flash can be easy. When you’re first getting started, using a ... Read more
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Cherry Blossom Photoshoot Tips | Capturing the Beauty of Spring

Spring is a season of new beginnings, and what better way to celebrate than by capturing the beauty of cherry blossoms through photography? With their delicate pink and white petals, these trees provide a stunning backdrop for photoshoots of all kinds. Their ephemeral nature adds a unique, whimsical quality to the photos that’s hard to ... Read more

Posing Guide for Photographing Children

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
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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
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Last Days Of Zeiss Lens Sale | Hundreds Off Canon, Nikon & Sony Mounts

Kishore Sawh

The deal on the 135mm 2.8 is incredible for an incredible lens

Photography Tips

Zeiss Batis 135mm F/2.8 Sample Images & Initial Thoughts

Kishore Sawh

Just days ago Zeiss officially announced their new medium telephoto lens and the newest in the Batis family, the Carl ...

Photography Tips

Zeiss Batis 85mm f/1.8 | A Concise Review Of A Sexy 85

Marlon Richardson

The first thing that strikes you about the Zeiss Batis 85/1.8 is the design. It’s smooth, sleek, has contoured edges ...

Photography Tips

The Importance Of Lens Coatings & How Zeiss T* Coating Made Glass ‘Invisible’

Kishore Sawh

Lens coatings are largely taken for granted, but once you understand just how massively impactful they are, you may never see them or treat lenses the same way again.

Camera Reviews and News

Zeiss Batis 2/25mm | Official Review and Sample Images

Anthony Thurston

Sony shooters everywhere were excited when Zeiss announced their new Batis line of Sony FE lenses. I shared my initial thoughts on the Zeiss Batis 2/25mm (25mm F/2) a few weeks back, and today I am here to give you my final verdict on this FE lens.

Camera Reviews and News

Zeiss Batis 2/25 | Initial Thoughts & Impressions

Anthony Thurston

I finally managed to get my hands on one of the Batis lenses, the 2/25mm (25mm F/2 in case you don't speak Zeiss) and these are my initial thoughts.

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4 Tips On Creating Stunning Beauty Images With A One Light Setup

Miguel Quiles

In this first episode, I set out to explain my process behind capturing this beauty look that I absolutely love, using just a single light and a reflector.

Photography Tips

There’s Zeiss Lenses & Sony/Zeiss Lenses, So What’s The Difference?

Kishore Sawh

Zeiss is known for amazing optics and Sony for amazing electronics, their union has proved a huge success in photography but here are how the pure Zeiss lenses differ from the Sony/Zeiss lenses.