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How to Freeze Motion in Photography

In photography, some of the most compelling images are the ones that freeze motion, especially fast moving, dynamic motion. Whether it’s the graceful leap of a dancer, the splash of water mid-air, or the raw energy of a sporting event, freezing motion brings these fleeting moments to life with clarity. In this guide, we’ll explore ... Read more

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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Camera Raw is a Beast! But Did You Know It Could Do This to Jpegs?

Kishore Sawh

Camera Raw is what you should be doing the major primary edits to your RAW files with - but you may be surprised to see what it can do with JPEGs - it's astonishing.

Photographer Features

Conceptual Photography: The Mesmerizing Vision of Photographer Aliza Razell {Interview}

Chris Nachtwey

Interview with Aliza Razell: Combining creative vision, photoshop, and the occasional water color painting to create mesmerizing images.

Photoshop

Shoot In Color, Think In Black & White | Make Your Skies And More Pop

Kishore Sawh

Here's how using tones in a black and white filter in Photoshop can actually make a tremendous impact on your images

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How To Add Realistic Bokeh In Photoshop

Kishore Sawh

This is a great way to add more defocus to areas of a photo in post process. It can be made to look very natural, though I always say get it right in camera first.

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The 2 Minute Two-Shot Disappearing Light Trick by Kevin Kubota

Kevin Kubota

Have you ever wanted to bathe your subject in soft, shapely light – achievable only via your handy-dandy portable soft box, but you also want to shoot the image with a wide angle lens, to capture the dramatic background as well? Here's a great 2 minute, two shot trick to help you do so!

Photography Tips

9 Ways to Make Photoshop’s Adjustment Layers Easier to Use

Topher Kelly

There are far more photographers – from the amateur to the professional – who have embraced the need to become adept at Photoshop than those who haven't. Once you have the basics down, it simply becomes a matter of refining those skills and having a more efficient workflow.

Photography Tips

Congresswoman Introduces Bill to Regulate Excessive Photoshop Use

Alice Houstons

The recently abundant outcry with excessive Photoshopping has lead lawmakers to stand up.

Photography Tips

How To Make Realistic Lens Flares In Photoshop & In Camera

Kishore Sawh

Phlearn's Aaron Nace shows how to make realistic lens flares in Photoshop, and I explain what they are and how they're formed in camera.

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Adding Vintage Edge Burn Easily In Photoshop

Kishore Sawh

Add some creative vintage punch to your photos by adding an edge burn like you'd find on film. Quick and easy.

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Getting The Commercial Editorial Smooth Hair Look Is Easier Than You Think

Kishore Sawh

We take you through step by step, a highly useful method of smoothing coarse, or unruly hair, and showing you should you can achieve it quickly, and with a commercial look.

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How To Replicate The Color Palette From Any Photo Or Famous Painting In Seconds In Photoshop

Kishore Sawh

Take some old pictures you love, and mix it with other art you love. Learn how to quickly take the color casts from any image and make it part of yours

Photography Tips

Make Photoshop Files Viewable On Almost Any Device & Keep Data

Kishore Sawh

Almost all of us use Photoshop, yet the PSD files can't be read by all devices and programs. Here's a tip so that you can maintain all your layers and image data, for editing in PS, and make those files viewable on any device.

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