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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
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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

How to Use Fresnel Lenses in Photography

Fresnel lenses, originally designed for lighthouses, found their way into photography as powerful tools for shaping light. These lenses focus light effectively while remaining lightweight and portable. Whether you’re a portrait photographer or experimenting with creative lighting, understanding how to use Fresnel lenses can add depth and drama to your work. Fresnel Lenses in Photography: ... Read more

Tips for Going Big with Large Photo Prints

When wall space and budget allows, it’s great to go big with large photo prints. Large prints, which can reach up to 96” wide (that’s eight feet!), allow your clients to preserve their special moments on an epic scale, and they also serve as the ultimate showcase for quality photos. For photographers who’ve made print ... Read more
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4 Effective Communication Skills Photographers Need to Succeed

When we think about jumping into photography as a career, we often focus on our hard skills, or the technical aspects of shooting. It’s the part we fall in love with while learning to use our gear and discovering new techniques to capture incredible images. Knowing how to take beautiful photos, however, does not automatically ... Read more

Midday Photography Lighting Tips for Better Portraits

If you head out unprepared to capture portraits under the midday sun, you might find yourself wrestling with harsh shadows and limited creative opportunities. While this time of day has a reputation for providing less than ideal lighting, we can actually use it to our advantage. In this guide, we will walk through practical tips ... 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
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Staircase Photoshoot Tips for Beautiful Images

Staircases can serve photographers not only as functional structures, but also stunning backdrops for photoshoots. A well-executed staircase photoshoot can produce breathtaking images. However, capturing such images requires an eye for detail, the right equipment, and proper preparation. In this article, we’ll provide tips and tricks on how to execute the perfect staircase photoshoot. From ... Read more
Why Everyone Knows You’re Not a Professional Product Photographer And How To Change

How to Do Product Photography for Small Business: Photography Tips to Follow

You can have an amazing product and still lose a sale because the photo feels off: the color looks wrong, the shadows are distracting, or the image just doesn’t look like something a real store would publish. The frustrating part is that most of those problems aren’t about having a better camera, but about getting ... Read more
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Adobe Announces Premiere and Photoshop Elements 2020 – Adding Powerful Adobe Sensei “AI” Features

David Crewe

Today Adobe announced updates to the Photoshop and Premiere Elements applications, introducing a plethora of new Adobe Sensei AI powered tools to the platform making them incredibly useful for Beginners and Professionals alike!

Adobe Photoshop Announces an Improved Content Aware Fill Tool
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This Could Be The Biggest Improvement To Photoshop In Years – Adobe Announces Improved Content-Aware Fill

David Crewe

Adobe's latest sneak peek may just be the biggest and best improvement to Photoshop in YEARS! The optional controls that will be available soon for the Content-Aware Fill are sure to be game-changing for photographers and retouchers everywhere.

Palette Rebrands To 'Monogram,' Launches New Editing Hardware Via Kickstarter
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Palette Rebrands To ‘Monogram,’ Launches New Editing Hardware Via Kickstarter

Holly Roa

In case you missed the news, Palette has recently rebranded to 'Monogram' and along with the new name comes a sleeker redesign of the familiar modules with the addition of exciting an exciting new one too!

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Retouching & Editing Photos: Cheating or Artistic Expression?

Sean Lewis

Is retouching "Cheating" in the digital age? Considering the "pros" have been doing it since the days of the darkroom, Serge Ramelli doesn't think so! Check out this video on why!

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Lose the Glare! 3 Simple Steps to Cleaning Up Those Blinding Glares in Eyeglasses!

Dennis Dunbar

What do you do when the person you’re shooting is wearing glasses and you've caught some reflections and glare in the lens? Fortunately there is a relatively simple way to deal with this in Adobe Photoshop so your portrait can shine without that distracting glare.

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How To Cure Age Spots With The Dodge & Burn Reverse Time Machine!

Dennis Dunbar

Portraits of seniors can serve as great examples of celebrating the experience of those folks who have lived life well. ...

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5 Beginner Steps to Create a Great Composite in Photoshop

Alice Houstons

A quick and simple tutorial to understand the seemingly complex process of composite photography.

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Remove Backgrounds In One Click With The remove.bg Plug-In For Adobe Photoshop

David Crewe

If you ever need to remove the background from your images, you probably won't find a faster, more convenient plug-in to get the job done.

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Loupedeck+ Review: A Big Improvement From The Original

David Crewe

How does the Loupedeck+ compare with its predecessor? Is it worth the time it takes to learn to use it? The answers to these and other questions wait inside this article!

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Four Reasons You Should Add Portrait Pro To Your Workflow

Alice Houstons

As portrait and wedding photographers, we often face the task of retouching numerous portraits & faces quickly & efficiently, while still demanding professional results...

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Down & Dirty Dodge And Burn Technique Using ‘Blend If’

Max Bridge

Blend If is a highly undervalued tool in Photoshop. I use it on a daily basis for lots of different things and by the end of this article, you will too.

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How to Whiten Teeth in Photoshop

Max Bridge

Don't let your portrait be ruined by bad teeth. Like in life, they need attention, and Aaron Nace will show you the right way to think about and correct discolored and misshapen teeth.

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