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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

Highlights vs. Whites | What’s The Difference & When To Use Which?

Kishore Sawh

Two sliders on the basic panel and they seem so similar, but they are in fact different, and most seem not to know how, and why it's relevant.

Shadows vs. Blacks | What’s The Difference & When To Use Which?

Kishore Sawh

Two alike, or too alike? Neither really. Here is what to make of the black and shadows sliders.

Pet Photography Guide | Gear, Tips, and Common Mistakes to Avoid

Holly Roa

When it comes to pet photography, or any animals really, you can expect to face a unique set of challenges.

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Best Lightroom Export Settings for Web

Pye

In this episode of the Lightroom 4 A to Z DVD Training, we are going to create an Export preset that will export web-size images from Lightroom 4. This preset will help you quickly and easily export one or images for the web.

How To Set-Up Your Wacom Intuos Tablet For Lightroom, Photoshop and Capture One

Kishore Sawh

Don't be fooled into thinking a Wacom tablet is only for Photoshop. It can totally transform your LR workflow for the better. Here's how to set-up.

Vibrance vs Saturation | What is the Difference?

Justin Heyes

Understand this to make your editing life easier and faster

How to create and save presets for quick editing in Lightroom

How to Create Presets to Quickly Edit Your Photos in Lightroom | Quick Reference

Visual Flow

In this article, we’ll show you how to create presets that work with your style of shooting to quickly edit your photos in Lightroom.

The Razer Blade 15 Studio Edition Laptop

Razer’s New Groundbreaking Studio Edition Laptop: Insane Power for a Reasonable Price

Alice Houstons

It’s time to gaze upon the future of photo and video editing—especially at a price that comes out far cheaper than expected!

Boudoir Lighting for a Moody Look

Olga Tenyanin

Learning to see light is essential, if not the most important thing, for a photographer.

Wacom Cintiq Pro 13 Review | A Immersive Editing Experience For Photographers

Kishore Sawh

It's a pleasure, but is it a workhorse for photographers?

Capture One 11.1 Review | Putting The New Features To Use

Tina Eisen

Capture One becomes a different beast

How To Reduce Noise In Photoshop

Holly Roa

Don't let noise ruin a good photo - even after the fact.