Polaroid

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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Photographer Features

Sometimes Microwavable Polaroid Film Is What’s For Dinner

Michelle Bird

In a series he calls Hatzfraz/Fast Food, Blohm set out to reinvent Polaroid film processing using a microwave and a shield that is based on a wet carton and glass.

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Camera Reviews and News Photography News

Polaroid Originals Introduces The Polaroid Originals Lab – A Desktop Photo Print Lab That Brings Instant Film Processing To Your Desktop

David Crewe

Polaroid Originals brings the awesomeness of instant film right to your desktop (and smartphone), with the announcement of the Polaroid Originals Polaroid Lab Instant Film Printer!

Photography Tips

The Return Of Polaroid | The King Is Back And Already An Instant Classic

Brittany Smith

Polaroid is celebrating their 80th anniversary and introducing a new line of instant classics and the nostalgia factor is very ...

Photography Tips

Polaroid OneStep 2 | Polaroid is Back and Better Than Ever

Justin Heyes

Polaroid wants a place on your Christmas list

Photography Tips

The Evolution Of The Modern Camera in GIFs

Hanssie

From rangefinders to 35mm to DSLRs, take a trip through history at how cameras have evolved over time in these interesting GIFs.

Camera Reviews and News Photography News Fujifilm Cameras and Lenses

Fujifilm Announces New Instax Mini 9 | New Lighting Modes, Close-Up Lens & More

Kishore Sawh

It’s often hard to guess what a camera manufacturer is going to do, because where we as press, consumers, users ...

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Camera Reviews and News

Polaroid Snap Camera Review — Perfect for Parties, Posting & DIY Photo Booths

Tanya Goodall Smith

Imagine ending up with a digital copy of all your instant prints, too? The Polaroid Snap gives you the best of the digital and instant prints worlds.

Photography Tips

InstantFlex TL70 | Bringing The Best Of Rolleiflex & Polaroid Together

Kishore Sawh

Rolleiflex may be gone, but its spirit lives on in the most attractive instant camera on the market.

Photography News Photographer Features

Impossible Project’s New Instant Film 2.0 | Faster, Sharper, Better, With Polaroid Blood

Kishore Sawh

The Impossible Project is releasing new and better instant film than ever before. With a Polaroid mastermind at the helm, this is something to be excited about.

Deals

5 Photography Gifts Under $200 You’ll Love to Give – Or Get

Kishore Sawh

If you're looking for last minute gifts that will be greeted with a huge smile by any photographer you know, or yourself, these are our top recommendations.

Photography Tips

After Almost 3 Years in Development, Polaroid’s Socialmatic To Start Shipping In January

Anthony Thurston

Hipsters Rejoice! The funky looking Polaroid Socialmatic instant print digital camera, the same one we first shared with you two years ago, will finally be available next month.

Photoshop

How To Make A Polaroid Framed Picture In Photoshop | Aaron Nace

Kishore Sawh

Polaroid film is gone, though Instant film is making a comeback. Here's a super easy way to make a realistic Polaroid framed picture using Photoshop.

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