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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

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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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
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Cloudy Day Photography | How to Get Great Pictures with Overcast Skies

Sean Lewis

Check out these ten cloudy day photography tips for getting great pictures in less-than-ideal weather.

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How to Get Creative with Perspective

Pye

Follow along, from concept to execution, and see how to use perspective to level up the creativity in your portraiture.

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3 Visual Storytelling Techniques You Can Use to Create More Impactful Portraits | Meg Loeks

Meg Loeks

Lighting and composition play key roles in capturing great portraits, but creating a powerful story will stir an emotional response. In this article, Meg Loeks shares 3 techniques to help enhance storytelling within YOUR work.

Photography Tips

Photographer Features Senior Couples In Timeless “Engagement” Photo Series

Sean Lewis

Age is only a number in Sujata Setia's timeless engagement photos of elderly couples.

Lens Comparisons

The 200mm F/2.0 Lens | 15 Photos That Will Make You Need One

Christopher

The 200mm F/2.0 Lens is a dream lens for almost every portrait photographer.

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Softbox vs Umbrella | Comparing Two Common Lighting Modifiers

Matthew Saville

What is the difference between these two very important lighting modifiers? Every portrait photographer should know how to use both of them correctly...

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Photography Basics

6 Techniques to Create Great Images Anywhere

Pye

We're going to show you 6 techniques for creating better images, regardless of the camera you're using or the scene in which you're working.

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How Photographers Should Answer the Question “Can I Get A Discount?”

Matthew Saville

Over the 15 years that I've been a wedding photographer, I've been asked some interesting questions by potential clients when it comes to negotiations about PRICE...

Photography Tips

5 Go-To Portrait Lighting Patterns for Photographers

Sean Lewis

Mastering lighting patterns is essential for portrait photographers. This mastery empowers them to effectively shape the mood with light and ...

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5 Tips For Shooting Wedding Portraits in Winter

Jason Henington

When shooting in the cold, there are so many challenges to consider, but there are also many opportunities you don't have at other times of the year. Here are 5 tips for taking great couples portraits in cold climates.

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Affordable Top Cameras for Portrait Photography

Sean Lewis

You’ve no doubt heard the adage, “the best camera is the one that’s with you,” made famous by creative entrepreneur ...

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How to Boost Your Creativity and Business with the Unscripted App for Photographers

Sean Lewis

Ever run out of posing ideas in the middle of a shoot? We found a solution. This surprisingly powerful tool that comes wrapped in the convenience of a user-friendly app that you can keep on you at all times. Check it out!

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