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Wedding Maps Rolls Out New Features to Help Photographers Build Authority and Book More Clients

Wedding Maps has been quietly building one of the most photographer-friendly directories in the industry. Unlike pay-to-play platforms that charge thousands for basic visibility, Wedding Maps takes a different approach: help photographers build genuine authority through editorial features, backlinks, and awards that actually move the needle on SEO, AI search, and overall credibility. If you’re ... Read more
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How to Take BETTER Photos in Harsh Sunlight (Get CREATIVE Outside)

Follow photographer Murtaza Siraj through a complete photo shoot & learn to find natural light patterns for creative effect under harsh, midday sun!

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
Photography Tips

Tips on Approaching A photo Agent For Your Work

Melissa Rodwell

There will come a time in your photography career where you will start to think about representation. I know it can be extremely frustrating in the beginning so I’ve come up with a list of things to consider when you’re reaching out to agencies.

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autoRetouch Launches “Ghost Mannequin” AI – Promises to Streamline Clothing Photography

David Crewe

It seems 2020 is truly the year that Machine Learning AI-powered image editing applications head into the mainstream. With Adobe’s ...

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Recreating a Cinematic Tech Commercial Like Apple

David Crewe

Over the last few years, the technology used in video and animation has improved by leaps and bounds making it ...

Photography Careers and Business

Who Pays Photographers? | Downward Trend For Freelancers?

Kishore Sawh

Where photographers go to share their experiences with clients from all around the world, industry, good and bad.

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Commercial Fashion Photography Success With Dixie Dixon

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In only 5 years, Dixie has reached a level of success in the commercial fashion photography world that many only dream of. In this interview, she tells us about her journey to get there.

Photographer Features

Succeeding in Commercial Advertising Photography | Interview with Georg Roske

Paul Faecks

For many aspiring photographers, their dream is to shoot huge advertising campaigns for big companies. Georg Roske is someone who's living that dream. Georg took some time out of his busy schedule to answer a few questions for us.

Photographer Features

Ikea’s New Commercial Is Fit For Your Dreams & The Silver Screen

Kishore Sawh

Ikea has teamed up with some brilliant creative companies to produce a beautiful and inspiring commercial all about the comfiest place in the world...your own bed.

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Getting The Commercial Editorial Smooth Hair Look Is Easier Than You Think

Kishore Sawh

We take you through step by step, a highly useful method of smoothing coarse, or unruly hair, and showing you should you can achieve it quickly, and with a commercial look.

Camera Reviews and News

Review: FStopper’s How To Become A Professional Commercial Wedding Photographer DVD

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FStopper's How To Become A Professional Commercial Wedding Photographer DVD tutorial is arguably the most comprehensive DVD workshop on how to start and succeed in the wedding photography business. Take a look at what makes this DVD tutorial an essential collection for wedding photographers.

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Review: Vanguard Xcenior 48T Rolling Camera Bag

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When it comes to travelling and moving about with your camera gear and laptop, sometimes, a backpack is just not ...