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Lightroom Workflow Tips to Speed Up Editing
In this article, we show how we can apply the principles of the assembly line to your own Adobe Lightroom workflow to speed it up and become much more productive.
Tips for Corporate Headshots and Portraits
In this post, we'll go over some tips & tricks to help you get through a long day of corporate headshots.
5 Best Monopods for Photographers of All Levels
What are monopods and why do I need one? A monopod is an extremely handy piece of equipment that photographers of all levels can put to good use. Similar to (but different from) their famous three-legged cousin, the tripod, monopods are a single-leg support for mounting your camera on. While they may not be as ... Read more
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. Whether you are shooting for a makeup artist’s portfolio, a commercial beauty campaign, or a bride on her wedding day, this genre demands a careful blend of technical skill and creative vision. The process ... Read more
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
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
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
Photoshop Tips | How And Why To Use Droplets
Holly Roa
Droplets are among Photoshop’s lesser-known features, but if you need to process batches of images in Photoshop, they can save ...
Photoshop Tips | How To Use Curves
Holly Roa
Hey Photoshop users! Are you using Curves adjustments? You should be. Otherwise, you’re missing out on one of Photoshop’s most ...
Photoshop CC 2018 | 5 Need-To-Know New Features
Holly Roa
With 2018 versions of Adobe program releases came much scrutiny of Lightroom naming conventions and confusion over the purple line ...
Photoshop Tutorial | 5 Ways To Change The Color Of Anything In Photoshop
Wendell Weithers
The ability to change specific colors in post-production is a good skill to have in general but, it’s also a ...
Photoshop Better | Exploring The Abilities & Settings Of The Healing Brush
Holly Roa
The healing brush is one of the most widely used tools in Photoshop and one of the very first tools ...
Five Ways To Retouch Blemishes In Photoshop
Holly Roa
Part of a portrait photographer’s job is to make their subject look as good as possible, maybe even a little ...
