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Should You Delete Your RAW Photos, Or Archive Them Forever? – Q&A

A common dilemma photographers face is the following question: “should I delete my RAW original photos, after delivering them to a client?”  I have the high-res edited JPG files and I’ve never had to go back to my RAWs for any reason, so do I really need them taking up tons of space on my ... Read more
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Best Tripod For Landscape Photography

Is it possible to find a good tripod for landscape photography, without breaking the bank? Yes, it is.

VideoProc Converter AI Review: Smart yet Cost-Effective Video and Image Enhancement Tool for Photographers

For photographers and videographers, every moment captured is a piece of our real world that has been frozen in time. Whether it’s the vibrant hues of a sunset landscape, the emotion of a memorable moment with friends & family, or the nostalgic charm of our oldest imagery, this is what our passion as artists is ... Read more

Editorial Posing Tips, Inspiration, and Examples for Better Group Portraits

Editorial posing is a style of posing that utilizes layers, connection points, and varied expressions to create a unique look you might see in a fashion magazine or high-end photography publication. It is the opposite of standard, symmetrical posing, where subjects are placed in a straight line with equal weight on both sides. In this ... Read more
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5 Tips on Shooting Sharp Images with a Wide-Open Aperture

How do we get tack-sharp images, especially when it comes to groups, when we're shooting with a wide-open aperture? Here's how in 5 tips (plus 3 bonus tips)!

Essential Tips For Capturing Boat Wedding Pictures

Photographing a wedding on a boat presents unique opportunities and challenges for photographers. The dynamic environment, with its changing light and moving landscape, calls for versatility and creativity. This article provides tips to navigate these waters, ensuring you capture breathtaking boat wedding pictures that the couple will treasure for a lifetime. Go Wide – Use ... Read more
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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

Things You Should Know If You Want To Be A Test Photographer

Brittany Smith

There are basics you need to understand.

Match Posing and Post-Production to Fit Your Client’s Vision

Pye

Wouldn’t it be great if we could shoot every session according to our own vision all of our clients would ...

Wedding Photography Posing Tips | How To Pose A Sitting Bride (Or Any Seated Subject)

Holly Roa

You can have the best, most perfectly prepared subject with phenomenal hair, makeup and styling and have gorgeous light at ...

How To Get The Best Out Of Your Subjects | Direct, Don’t Pose

Holly Roa

Photography subjects run a gamut from seasoned models to inexperienced and hesitant folk who need a photo of themselves but ...

Posing Tips | The Three-Point Checklist by Roberto Valenzuela

Holly Roa

It’s amazing what a huge impact small details can have on how a photograph is read. When shooting candids, you ...

The Complete Posing Workshop – Now Available!

Alice Houstons

Be more than just a photographer, be a director.

3 Primary Subject Positions Relative To Your Key Light Source

Shivani Reddy

Learn which of 3 primary subject positions will yield more flattering portraits.

13 Photographers Share Their One Liners Guaranteed To Elicit Genuine Emotion

Pye

I've spent hundreds of hours studying posing and education from incredible photographers around the world. I wanted to know how they posed, how they communicated, and what enabled them to get consistently incredible emotions and images out of their shoots.

Tips on Posing Full Figured Women Using Only One Light | Lindsay Adler

Hanssie

In the following CreativeLive video (an excerpt from her Portrait Photography Bootcamp), Lindsay Adler gives some tips on how to pose full figure women with a one light setup.

How To Pose Others & Yourself To Look Your Best

Kishore Sawh

Lexia Frank uses her experience as a professional luxury wedding photographer, and dancer, to help guide you through posing yourself and subjects so you always get the best look.