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Why Everyone Knows You’re Not a Professional Product Photographer And How To Change

How to Do Product Photography for Small Business: Photography Tips to Follow

You can have an amazing product and still lose a sale because the photo feels off: the color looks wrong, the shadows are distracting, or the image just doesn’t look like something a real store would publish. The frustrating part is that most of those problems aren’t about having a better camera, but about getting ... Read more

SEO Link Building For Photographers | A Complete Guide (Updated)

A little while ago SLR Lounge released the Photography SEO And Web Marketing E-Book. Here are 5 SEO tips which I picked up from this book that I thought were particularly relevant to photographers, and rarely mentioned elsewhere.
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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

How to Shoot a Basic Model Test | Gear, Shot List, Agency Requirements & More

Brittany Smith

With the shifting requirements for model tests, there is a misconception that all test shoots must be grandiose productions and ...

An Introduction to Posing Female Models

Brittany Smith

Working with agency models is a highly coveted and sought after goal for many aspiring fashion and beauty photographers. While ...

Beauty & Fashion Photography | The Specifics That Divide The Great From The Mediocre

Julia Kuzmenko

These are the kind of specific pieces of information and advice you typically aren't taught by anything but experience.

Parabolic Reflectors & Umbrellas | What, Which, and Why To Use Them

Brittany Smith

Learning studio lighting is a never-ending feat that is as addicting as it is satisfying and there are no shortages ...

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 ...

Midday Photography Lighting Tips for Better Portraits

Alice Houstons

If you head out unprepared to capture portraits under the midday sun, you might find yourself wrestling with harsh shadows ...

autoRetouch Releases GHOST Mannequin AI Software SLR Lounge

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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3 One-Light Fashion Photography Ideas from Lindsay Adler & AdoramaTV

David Crewe

Lindsay Adler's New Series with AdoramaTV Showcases Tips to Be a Successful Fashion Photographer

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Reacting to Some of the Worst Photoshoots in the History of America’s Next Top Model

Alice Houstons

Jessica Kobeissi makes it no secret that she's always been a big fan of America’s Next Top Model (ANTM). Recently, she released a video documenting her reactions to what the internet thinks are the WORST photoshoots of the entire series.

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New Video from Fstoppers Shows How To Use Strobes and LED Lights in the Name of Fashion Photography

Alice Houstons

In a recent Fstoppers video focusing on fashion photography, Patrick Hall walks us through how he uses strobe lights and ...

SLR Lounge Battles Fstoppers In An Epic Photography Challenge

Sean Lewis

SLR Lounge and Fstoppers redefine street fighting in an epic photography challenge in Puerto Rico. You won't believe the results! Watch the video to see who's left standing!

6 Tips On How To Shoot A Fashion Campaign

Anita Sadowska

Here are six tips to help you organize and direct a successful fashion photo campaign without the client being present.