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DxO Film Pack 8 Review | The Most Comprehensive Film Emulation Tool We’ve Ever Seen

Digital photography is about technical perfection and “clean image data”; film photography is about emotion, character, soul… At least those are the cliches! Except, what if you could blow away all the stereotypes and have all of those things at your fingertips? It sounds too good to be true, however, this DxO Film Pack 8 ... Read more
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Location Scouting: On the Hunt for the Perfect Shots

One of the most tedious and difficult things that can often happen to photographers is to think of new locations for an upcoming photo or video shoot. Here are some tips to help you find the perfect location for your next shoot.

Lumaprints Review: Framed Canvas and Framed Fine Art Prints (Quality That Punches Above the Price)

When we talk about the value of preserving photos, prints still do what digital files cannot. Sure, digital is convenient, fast, and easy to share, but it’s also easy to ignore. Think of the countless images that live on your phone, hard drives, or social feeds. They tend to disappear rather quickly, no matter how ... Read more
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Glossy VS Matte Photos | Which Print Paper is Better?

Even in today’s world of digital displays, most photographers have printed at least a few of their photos. When it comes to photo printing, one of the most common questions is, glossy or matte? Deciding between these two types of paper is a huge decision, and you definitely want to make the right choice! There ... Read more

Second Shooter Contract Sample for Second and Third Photographers

For those who are looking to step foot into the professional realm of photography (or those who are already there), you may start to realize that you can’t be everywhere at once. And even if you think you can, there are inevitably moments that you will miss. By photographing a wedding solo you could be ... Read more

Lighting for Pet Photography with One-Light

Often, photographers who are considering the graduation from natural-light-only photography to the addition of artificial light into the mix will feel intimidated by the notion. In this article on lighting for pet photography, we’re here to show you that there’s no need — using flash can be easy. When you’re first getting started, using a ... Read more
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Cherry Blossom Photoshoot Tips | Capturing the Beauty of Spring

Spring is a season of new beginnings, and what better way to celebrate than by capturing the beauty of cherry blossoms through photography? With their delicate pink and white petals, these trees provide a stunning backdrop for photoshoots of all kinds. Their ephemeral nature adds a unique, whimsical quality to the photos that’s hard to ... Read more

Posing Guide for Photographing Children

Children are often the first subjects that a photographer falls in love with as a primary subject.  There are endless benefits of shooting little ones who have yet to develop camera shyness, allowing beginning photographers to have a moving, dynamic, energetic, and sometimes patient subject.  But it isn’t until you are hired to shoot children ... Read more
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Learn “Spotlight” LIGHTING Photography Portraits

There are countless ways to get creative with studio portrait lighting. In this video, we’ll be putting the spotlight on our model with an incredibly simple creative lighting setup using only two off-camera flashes. Video: Creative Lighting Setup For “Spotlight” Style Portraits Before we jump in, be sure to give my friend and model, Kiara, ... Read more
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20+ Incredible Examples of Creative Lighting

A photograph cannot exist without light. Light is an integral aspect of a photograph that can influence the mood, emotion, and ultimately, tell a story. Though there are several unwritten rules of light use that photographers follow to capture an image, there are those who break the bounds and create a one-of-a-kind moment. In this ... Read more

Why Do I Look Bad in Photos & What Can Be Done About It

Kishore Sawh

Hold off on the nose job.

Sony A7iii Scores 96 on DXO Mark | ‘Low-light score is the highest of any full-frame 35mm sensor we’ve tested’

Kishore Sawh

This goes a way in showing how useful this 'intro' model will be for many people

Chuck Westfall | Supporting The Legacy Of An Industry Friend & Icon

Kishore Sawh

He was, perhaps, that unique anomaly in our industry - a topic everyone could actually agree upon.

How to See if Someone Has Fake Followers | Your Guide to Social Media Authenticity

Zach Sutton

This context helps bring clarity and smarter decision making.

Where Photography Lens Design Is Heading | Price, Functionality, Quality & Practicality

Kishore Sawh

A pragmatic look at the current state of lens development.

Why The Sony A7iii Is Important & Where It Sits With The A7Riii & A9

Marlon Richardson

Think the A7iii means the others aren't needed? Think again.

State Of The Industry | Tyler Shields Says ‘Celebrity Photography Is Dead’

Holly Roa

Ask any photographer – it’s an interesting time in the industry, doubly so if you are just now trying to ...

Aspiring Photographers Listen Up - Career Advice From A Commercial Photographer

Career Advice From A Commercial Photographer | How To Survive

Max Bridge

The advice contained in this article is the single most important thing for anyone wishing to start a career as a commercial photographer. So many photographers ignore this point and it's a massive mistake.

Google VS Getty | What You Need To Know As Of Today

Kishore Sawh

What Getty has done is good, but perhaps we need more?

This Real/Fake Fenty Beauty Model Debate Could Have Implications For Photographers

Kishore Sawh

Just the mere questioning could have opportunity costs for photographers and models