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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.
Best Iphone Accessories for Photography SLR Lounge

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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Creating a Black & White Luminarᴬᴵ Preset for Street Portraits

Shivani Reddy

In this video, we’re going to create a black and white Luminar presets packed with high detail for street portraiture ...

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Skylum Updates Luminar AI – Fixing Several Bugs and Enhancing the Workflow Experience

David Crewe

Skylum has just released an update to Luminar AI that delivers a more refined version of Luminar and addresses several bugs for both Windows and Mac users.

LuminarAI officially Launched SLR Lounge

LuminarAI Officially Launched – Reinvents the Photo Editing Experience for Creative Artists

David Crewe

The new AI-centric tools help drive a refined workflow, offering creatives the solutions they need without the manual, tedious tasks often required.

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AI and the Future of Photography | How to Survive and Thrive In Changing Times

Matthew Saville

How do photographers ensure their long term success in the industry?  In this article, we'll give you 5 ways to not only survive, but to thrive in the age of Artificial Intelligence.

Winners announced in the Luminar Bug Photography Awards 2020 SLR Lounge

Winners Announced in the Luminar Bug Photography Awards 2020

David Crewe

The annual awards were launched this year as a way of simultaneously celebrating invertebrates photography, and raising awareness of the plight of so many invertebrates species, which have seen large declines in their populations. The awards have also raised valuable funds for the conservation efforts of Buglife.

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Luminar AI Uses Human-Inspired Artificial Intelligence for A Faster Editing Experience

David Crewe

LuminarAI challenges the traditional approach of presets and sliders with the ability to use adaptive Templates and human-centric edits powered by AI.

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. ...

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5 Common Post-production Mistakes That Are Hard to Detect

Alice Houstons

When I see photos shared on the internet, I often spot five bad photo editing practices that are somewhat hard ...

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Top 5 Spots in the World to Take Photographs

Raffaele Cabras Keller

Rafaelle Cabras Keller shares a list of beautiful landscape locations and provides shooting and editing techniques so that you can create your own amazing landscape photos!

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Top 5 Buildings in the World to Photograph

David Crewe

There are so many amazing buildings and structures to photograph all over the world. For some inspiration, I’ve put together ...

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

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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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