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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

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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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.
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Stop Motion Animations For Photographers

Justin Ho

Stop motion isn't just for Tim Burton films, they can be a great addition to your photography offerings! Wedding photographer Justin Ho shares how to make cinema-graphs in Photoshop and why he loves incorporating them into his client galleries.

Photography News

Exclusive First Look at Adobe’s 2019 Rising Stars of Photography

David Crewe

In Adobe's 3rd year of the Rising Star program which celebrates up and coming creative artists, they've expanded the selections to include mobile / smartphone users. Have a peek at some of the fresh photography from all over the world in this years line up highlighting Adobe's love of visual storytellers.

Photography Tips

3 Tips on How to Write a Resume for Photographers

Alice Houstons

A photographers resume should be creative and out-of-the-box, hinting at your style as a creator.

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Photographer Features

Photographer Recreates Indigenous Aztec Myths Through Cinematic Portraits

David Crewe

Looking for some inspiration to get your week started right? Join us as we get a detailed look at JP Stones latest project bringing Aztec myths to life through his cinematic portraiture.

Photography News

New Lens Filters With Built-In Prism Effects

David Crewe

Each of these new lens filters packs its own creative punch.

Photography Tips

What Should You Do When Your Friends & Family Don’t Support Your Career?

Shivani Reddy

Where do you source your strength if your loved ones disapprove of your dreams?

Photographer Features

7 Funky Photoshoot Tips To Make Your Next Shoot More Fun

Hanssie

In the newest video from our friends at COOPH (The Cooperative of Photography), photographers, Anastasia Ehlakova & Julia Gebhardt show us seven creative and fun things you can do at your next shoot.

Photography Tips

Become a More Creative Photographer | 8 Tech Tricks to Experiment With in 2016

Lauchlan Toal

As 2015 comes to a close, we're all thinking about our plans and goals for 2016. Many of these goals are big picture things - get more clients, improve your website, make more time for photos with family. It’s great to have these overarching, guiding goals in mind. It’s also worth thinking about smaller things, fun things.

Photography Careers and Business

5 Reasons Partnering With Your Direct Competitor May Be The Best Business Decision

J. Cassario

In a time where separating yourself from your competition and standing out is more important than ever, thinking outside the box and trying new things can be crucial in doing just that.

Photography Tips

16 Pro Photographers Share 16 Tricks and Hacks With Cheap Accessories

Pye

Some of our professional photographer friends tell us about their little accessories that cost less than $30 and helps them to create unique images.

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Photography Tips

The Art of ‘The Second Shot’ | A Challenge for Wedding Photographers

Easton Reynolds

'The Art of the Second Shot' is meant to help wedding photographers think outside the box.

Photographer Features

Incredible Photo Caricatures From An Adobe Featured Photographer: Lee Howell

Kishore Sawh

Widely recognized and Adobe Featured Photographer Lee Howell, re-invents the caricature using photographs instead of pen and paper. The results are amazing and full of life!

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