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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
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Forest Photography Tips & Guide for Better Photos

Forest photography offers a unique creative challenge: capturing the interplay of light filtering through canopies, the textures of ancient bark, and the mood that only woodlands can provide. Whether you’re drawn to misty morning scenes, dramatic light rays, or intimate details of forest floors, mastering forest photography requires understanding both technical skills and the unique ... Read more
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PPI vs DPI: What’s the Difference and Why It Matters to Photographers

PPI and DPI are both very important terms for any photographer who wants to display their images as beautifully as possible.
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2020 Milky Way Photographer Of The Year Announced by Capture The Atlas

David Crewe

Travel photography blog Capture the Atlas has published the last edition of their annual Milky Way photographer of the year collection featuring the best 25 photos of our galaxy. This compilation is always published in June coinciding with the peak of the Milky Way season, and it is aimed at inspiring and sharing the beauty of our night skies.

Top 5 Spots in the World to Take Photographs SLR Lounge

The Top 5 Spots in the World to Take Photographs

Alice Houstons

Landscape photography pushes me to explore and go the extra mile while traveling to the most exciting locations on earth. ...

5 Common Mistakes in Editing Landscape Photography SLR Lounge

5 Common Mistakes in Editing Landscape Photography

David Crewe

In this post, I’m going to talk about a few common editing mistakes in Luminar 4, using my own images as examples

Lensbaby Velvet 28mm Macro Lens Announced SLR Lounge 2000x1333

Lensbaby Launches The Velvet 28 Wide Angle Lens

David Crewe

Lensbaby Launches versatile Velvet 28, a lens built with adventure, travel, street photographers & videographers in mind

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Nature TTL Photographer of the Year 2020 Competition Winners Announced

David Crewe

An Incredible wildlife drone shot takes the prestigious nature photography prize in the inaugural 2020 Nature TTL Photography Awards.

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Lightroom Luminar Workflow | How to Use Lightroom and Luminar Together

David Crewe

Skylum Software launched the much-anticipated update for their flagship software, Luminar 4. Why was this so buzzed about? It’s largely ...

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How To Shoot an Astrophotography Panorama

David Crewe

With Christmas just around the corner and the year drawing to a close, the team at Syrp wanted to release ...

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Upper Antelope Canyon Photo Tours to be Discontinued from 2020

David Crewe

Navajo Nation Parks and recreation organization are ending the Upper Antelope Canyon Photo tours as of Dec 20th, 2019! After that date, no more tripods or monopods will be allowed in the area and only "sightseeing" tours will be available.

Phase One Launches the XT – A Small “Travel Ready” Medium Format Field Camera for $57,000

David Crewe

Phase One wasn't about to be left behind with all the other brands making new camera announcements recently! Today they announced the new XT system - A portable field camera for the creative who needs BIG power with a small footprint!

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The Paddling Tranquility Photo Project: Paddleboarding Through a Frozen Wonderland

Sean Lewis

Paddling Tranquility is one of the most gorgeous photography projects we’ve seen this year. Such stunning views of an environment that is slowly starting to disappear captured by Toby Harriman and Jussi Ruottinen.

Engineer Creates Visualization to Help Avoid Crowds at US National Parks

Sean Lewis

For photographers looking to avoid crowds, these charts can be an invaluable planning tool and be the difference between capturing an iconic landscape and experiencing frustration.

Photographing Bighorn Sheep with the Sigma 60-600mm Sports Lens

André Audet

The Sigma 60-60mm is one of the most versatile, sharp, and stable lenses in the telephoto market (in the f/4.5-6.3 zone) but it's weight and size might not make it a lens for everyone.