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Makeup Photography Tips and Inspiration

Makeup photography is an art form that focuses on photographing the entire makeup process and experience, not just the finished product. That said, the process usually consists of three parts. First, makeup shots can include “before” images, which showcase the subject or model prior to the makeup application.  It can also include photos of the ... Read more
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The 8 Best Photography Reflectors

Lighting is a photographer’s best friend. This crucial element can either make or break a shot. As such, professional photographers and hobbyists alike invest in a reflector to amplify the beauty of the image. Reflectors can either diffuse, bounce, or flag both natural and artificial light. They are often a photographer’s best solution when outdoor ... Read more
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Aperture Priority vs. Shutter Priority vs. Manual Mode | Which is Best?

We're going to take a closer look at the four main modes available on most cameras and discuss scenarios where each mode makes the most sense. Ready? Let's dive in!

Aiarty Image Enhancer: Restore Faces, Remove Objects, and Enhance Photo Quality (36% OFF + Bonus Gifts)

Whether you’re working with old family portraits or low-res web images, poor image quality can still derail a creative project. In such instances, it’s not uncommon to run into problems like blurry edges, funky artifacts, or just not enough resolution; this is true for photographers, designers, and digital artists alike. Aiarty Image Enhancer has built ... Read more

How to Take Direct Sunlight Portraits

I used to be terrified to shoot in harsh sunlight. I avoided it like the plague, and as a consequence avoided scheduling sessions in anything other than golden hour or overcast days. I soon found out that a limited availability such as this was a financial burden, and bad for business. That was the deciding ... Read more

20+ Posing Cues for Couples from Professional Photographers

Photographers often hear their clients say, “We’re awkward, but we want to be natural, fun & romantic.” This common challenge underscores the importance of mastering posing, a skill that blends technical knowledge with creative communication. The art of posing is more than just positioning subjects; it’s about crafting authentic, emotive stories through images.  This guide ... Read more
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The Best Online Album Proofing Options for Photographers

The deeper you dive into photography, especially when you start taking on clients and making it a business, the more important it becomes to find and use tools that allow you to streamline your workflow. It doesn’t take long before you start spending less time taking photos and more time managing other aspects of getting ... Read more

How to Use Fresnel Lenses in Photography

Fresnel lenses, originally designed for lighthouses, found their way into photography as powerful tools for shaping light. These lenses focus light effectively while remaining lightweight and portable. Whether you’re a portrait photographer or experimenting with creative lighting, understanding how to use Fresnel lenses can add depth and drama to your work. Fresnel Lenses in Photography: ... Read more

Tips for Going Big with Large Photo Prints

When wall space and budget allows, it’s great to go big with large photo prints. Large prints, which can reach up to 96” wide (that’s eight feet!), allow your clients to preserve their special moments on an epic scale, and they also serve as the ultimate showcase for quality photos. For photographers who’ve made print ... Read more
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4 Effective Communication Skills Photographers Need to Succeed

When we think about jumping into photography as a career, we often focus on our hard skills, or the technical aspects of shooting. It’s the part we fall in love with while learning to use our gear and discovering new techniques to capture incredible images. Knowing how to take beautiful photos, however, does not automatically ... Read more
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Photography Tips

How to Make and Sell Fine Art Prints

Alice Houstons

These days, most of the images we see pass quickly as we scroll through various social media feeds. While this ...

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Sam Tufnell Creates Unique Time-Lapse of Chicken Soup Sculptures

Sean Lewis

We’re all familiar with Andy Warhol’s take on Campbell’s Chicken Soup, but I can safely say we’ve never seen chicken ...

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The Surreal & Painterly-Like Underwater Photography of Christy Lee Rogers

David Crewe

Underwater photography has been something I’ve always been interested in, but far too nervous to actually try bringing my camera ...

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Fine Art Portraits Capturing the Expressiveness of Zoo Animals by Wolf Ademeit

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Self-proclaimed hobbyist, Wolf Ademeit, focuses on capturing the expressiveness of zoo animals in his beautiful black and white fine art series.

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The Fantastically Freakish Dream World of Helen Warner

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Inspired by the world of dreams, photographer Helen Warner seeks to recreate the fantastically freakish world that comes alive while we slumber.

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How You Shot It: Fine Art Underwater Portrait – ‘Siren’ by Jesper Anhede

Alice Houstons

How You Shot It is a series where you show us how you shot an image. Many who use our presets love to share their special processing recipes. Today's post comes from Jesper Anhede with an underwater fine art portrait.

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How to Price Your Fine Art Prints

Anthony Thurston

One of the hardest things as a photographer is trying to figure out how to price your work. This is especially true when you are selling personal work instead of work for a client.

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Brooke Shaden Interview Part 3: Post-processing, Posing, and Workshops

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In the final part of her interview with SLR Lounge, fine art photographer Brooke Shaden talks about one of her toughest shoots to date, on post-processing workflow, posing, and her workshops. Finally, she gives some helpful advice for photographers looking to follow in her footsteps.

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Brooke Shaden Interview Part 1: How to Succeed in Fine Art Photography

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The highly successful and creative fine art photographer Brooke Shaden sat down with us to talk about all things photography. In part 1, Brooke talks about how she got started and what it takes to get your work in art galleries. A must watch!

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Book review: “No Words” by 1x.com

Lauri L.

Every year, since 2008, 1x.com, the premier website for fine art photography and the only curated photo-site on the internet, has been publishing a yearbook featuring the best approved photos from the past year.

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10 Inspirational Photographers | Tuesdays with Lauri

Lauri L.

Inspiration is very important to me when I try to come up with new concepts and ideas for my photos. Sometimes taking a look at other photographers and their work can do the trick. That is why, this week, I decided to compile a list of seven great photographers that have inspired me in the past, and will also hopefully inspire you.

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Go Behind the Scenes of This 1960s Photoshoot

Lauri L.

This week I thought I’d give you guys an inside look into a 60‘s inspired fashion photoshoot we organized last Sunday, in a small living room. Yes, you read it right, we really did shoot all the photos in a small 8 square-meter room!

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