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How to Keep Camera Battery Warm in Cold Weather

January 31, 2026

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

January 30, 2026

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

January 29, 2026

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. Also, it’s 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

January 29, 2026

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

January 28, 2026

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

Learn the Art of Visual Storytelling Through Photography

January 28, 2026

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

Forest Photography Tips & Guide for Better Photos

January 27, 2026

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

January 26, 2026

PPI and DPI are both very important terms for any photographer who wants to display their images as beautifully as possible.

Aiarty Video Enhancer: Clean Up Noisy, Low-Light Footage and Upscale to 4K (New Year Deal)

January 26, 2026

With 2026 underway, creators looking to bring new life to their old, noisy, or low-resolution videos should take note of a compelling promotion from Aiarty. The company’s AI Video Enhancer, a desktop application designed to upscale, denoise, and restore footage, is now available at its lowest price ever as part of a New Year special. ... Read more

How to Use a Light Meter for Film

January 25, 2026

Metering film is the most common cause of frustration amongst new film shooters, but it’s also one of the most important skills to master. Incorrect metering can lead to wasted sessions, missed shots, and lots of wasted money on film. The good news? Once you understand the fundamentals, metering becomes second nature. In this article, ... Read more

Photo Editing Lightroom

New Lightroom Workshop! Fstoppers and SLR Lounge Take a Deep Dive into Lightroom

March 29, 2022

Alice Houstons

It’s no secret that post-production can take up a significant chunk of a photographer’s time and greatly extend his or ...

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Photo Editing Photoshop

How to Swap Faces and Expressions in a Few Simple Steps

June 3, 2021

Pye

We’ve teamed up with Adorama to bring you a series of photography tutorials called “Master Your Craft” to be featured ...

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Lightroom Presets for Instagram

August 14, 2024

Matthew Saville

If you’ve ever wondered how you can use Lightroom to recreate Instagram filters, then you’re in the right place!

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Twice-Baked Editing with Luminar 4 for Unreal Results

May 20, 2020

Pye

In this video, we're going to walk you step-by-step through on of our signature, "twice-baked" environmental portrait edits using Luminar 4 to achieve amazing results.

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How to Read a Histogram | Quick Reference1

September 4, 2020

Matthew Saville

In this article, we’ll explain how to “read” or understand a histogram, and how to use it both in the field and in Lightroom, so that you can choose the right exposure and produce the best image quality.

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Photo Editing Lightroom

How to Dodge and Burn in Lightroom via the Dark Mode Editing Technique

April 27, 2020

Pye

If you've ever wondered how to get that dodge and burn look without spending an excessive amount of time in Photoshop, here's your solution.

Photo Editing Lightroom

Editing in Lightroom using the “Dark Mode” Technique

August 14, 2024

Pye

In this tutorial, learn how to unleash the power & potential of Lightroom's local adjustment brushes with a technique we like to call "Dark Mode".

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How to Create Incredible Black & White Images in Lightroom (and Make Your Own Presets) | Quick Reference

August 14, 2024

Visual Flow

Using Lightroom's standard black & white conversion profile as a base, we're going to show you how to create incredible black & white images with a few simple tweaks (which you can then use to create your own preset)!